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Peak Industry Body Quotes

“The Australian music industry continues to persevere through truly difficult cultural and global changes - affecting every part of our industry. As the representatives of our artist managers, and therefore our incredible artists, the AAM calls for continued deep support on both a financial and cultural level from our leaders. We strive to stabilise the opportunities presented to our musicians and performing artists on a global scale, knowing our industry has the experience and creative energy to compete and thrive internationally and at home.”

Jess Keeley, Chair AAM

“The future of Australian music depends on the stories we protect, invest in and share with the world. Music publishers are at the heart of that mission -amplifying local voices, creating careers and exporting Australian creativity globally. Vote Music 2025 showcases an industry united in its vision, ensuring the newly elected government can be guided by this thoughtful blueprint, which supports everyone in the music industry in a harmonised, yet pragmatic way.”

Damian Rinaldi, AMPAL CEO

“Australian music is part of who we are as a nation. It connects us, it tells our stories, and it supports thousands of jobs across every community. Right now, our artists and songwriters are making their mark on the global stage, but they need strong foundations at home to keep creating and building sustainable careers. With the right investment and policy settings, Australia can become a net exporter of music — growing jobs, strengthening our global voice, and ensuring that Australian music is heard, valued and supported here and around the world.”

Dean Ormston, APRA AMCOS Chief Executive

"We have a great opportunity to build on the support for the Australian music industry in the next term of parliament. Festivals across Australia provide the stages that enable local artists to grow their audience and make it in a more globalised music industry. We need the Federal Government to back in tax offsets, more funding for Music Australia and to extend Revive Live."

Olly Arkins, Managing Director, Australian Festival Association

"Australian music for the screen brings stories to life and carries them to audiences across the globe. It is not only a powerful expression of our culture and intellectual property, but also a growing driver of jobs and economic opportunity, contributing over $100 million to our nation’s GDP. By investing in our screen composers and the businesses that support them, we can strengthen Australia’s creative economy, protect our IP and ensure our music continues to shape stories that resonate around the world."

Dale Cornelius, President AGSC.

“AIR joins fellow industry bodies to lobby for the continued investment by the Federal government to further support, strengthen and elevate the Australian Music industry, recognising the backbone role of independent labels in fuelling local music for audiences locally and around the world.”

Maria Amato AIR CEO

“The ALMBC is proudly supporting this combined joint statement in the lead up to the 2025 federal election. We call on all candidates from major parties, minor parties and independents, to get behind the underdog that is grass roots Australian music and the tens of thousands of workers and artists involved in the industry across the continent.”

Howard Adams, Chair ALMBC

““At the heart of our Australian Music Centre vision is Australian music continuing to be heard, valued and celebrated. Our Australian made compositions speak to the essence of who we are and who we aspire to be. Through this call for extended support, we are futureproofing our artists and their music so it can be heard here and throughout the world.”

Catherine Haridy CEO Australian Music Centre

“As we head into this federal election, we urge policymakers to prioritise the growth and development of our nation's vibrant music industry. As AMIN, we represent the collective voice of state and territory peak bodies, we're calling for continued support to develop local music across Australia, fostering cohesion and creativity among artists, venues, managers, labels, and beyond.”

K Verell, AMIN, CEO, Music Tasmania

“Young Australians are shaping this election, and music is central to their culture, identity and communities. ARIA and PPCA support backing the audiences of tomorrow, driving community connection, and creating local culture and jobs right across the country. Backing Australian music means backing young Australia right when they need it most.”

Annabelle Herd, ARIA PPCA CEO

'Providing career certainty for the next generation of artists, writers, creatives and industry workers is something very close to the CMAA's heart.For two decades we have witnessed first-hand the talent and commitment of the 1,000+ young graduates who have passed through our Academy of Country Music programs.  The challenges they currently face to get their music heard and seen here and overseas are well-documented and known to us all.They are our future and we must do everything in our power to assist them in their journey. We urge politicians of all persuasions at all levels of government to support the Vote Music 2025 initiative.'

Dobe Newton OAM, Chair/President CMAA

“Crew members are the backbone of the live music industry. We believe that a well-supported industry not only retains workers but also helps them thrive. With core funding from Creative Australia, we’ve expanded our reach to more cities, offering programs like Wellbeing Support at Events, mental health support in partnership with Support Act, and mentoring and training that connects educational institutions with employers. For these reasons, we strongly support Vote Music 2025.”

Christian McBride, CrewCare Chair

“Live music venues are the lifeblood of our communities, from our biggest cities to our smallest towns. We are the training ground for the next generation of artists and the workplaces for generations of Australian talent. Every night on our stages, artists hone their craft, connect with audiences, and build the careers that take them to national and global success. With the right support, venues can continue to grow jobs, bring communities together, and keep Australian music thriving across the full breadth of the nation. Australia needs to Vote Music!"

Tyla Dombroski, Director Crowbar Sydney and Crowbar Brisbane 

“MPEG, in alliance with its fellow signatory organisations, emphatically advocates for the next Australian parliament to commit to providing ongoing and enduring support of current and future generations of Australian music creators. Safeguarding this vital cultural and economic asset is paramount in ensuring that the Australian music community continues to thrive and further cement its reputation as the local and global creative powerhouse that it is.”

Kurt Luthy Executive Director MPEG

“The next Parliament’s strategic investment in Australian music has the potential to significantly strengthen and elevate our country’s global reputation as a hub of innovation and diversity, delivering lasting cultural and economic benefits both at home and abroad.”

Esti Zilber Executive Producer, Sounds Australia

“We all know that Australian music is world class, and with the right support, it can not only create jobs but help define our culture and enhance our mental health and wellbeing as individuals, communities and as a nation. We support the call for all political parties to commit to a stronger future for Australian music, and to ensure that we have a diverse, thriving music culture where all people in the music industry are safe, supported, respected and valued, and enjoy improved mental health & greater economic security.”

Clive Miller, CEO, Support Act

“We have heard loud and clear that young people believe there is a significant role for government to support these initiatives - from grassroots all the way to the biggest stages. Investing in a new generation of artists and audiences will not only give young Australians the opportunity to create connections with their communities but also shore up the economic outlook for the Australian music industry.”

Kate Duncan, CEO The Push

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