APRA AMCOS

The awards were held in Melbourne last night, at the Plaza Ballroom, and cover jazz, classical and experimental.

"Make it pretty" is not a helpful brief.

The agreement sees the licensing of millions of songs from APRA AMCOS’ 95,000 Australian, New Zealand and international members to Facebook's two billion global users.

"Share your power and your resources, and make it a community affair. It’s easy for creative pursuits to be very individual, but make them communal. Pass the mic along.”

Progress had been made in terms of gender inequality but there was still room for improvement, attendees heard at SongHubs Sphere, the first NZ event staged by APRA AMCOS solely for women.

The winner picks up a $15,000 prize package including opportunities to play gigs at pubs across NSW in 2018/2019, a dedicated tour publicist and mentoring sessions with industry experts.

Holmes’ “one driving purpose has been to preserve, collect and communicate our artistic legacy.”

Small made a strong point – under the Fair Trade Agreement with the US, Australia cannot increase any existing protective quotas in any industry – including music’s.

APRA AMCOS have submitted a Senate enquiry into the economic and cultural value of Australian content on broadcast, radio and streaming services.

Several organisations are testifying for a 25% Aus content quota.