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New Zealand Radio Institution 95bFM Relocating for First Time in Almost Six Decades

New Zealand Radio Institution 95bFM Relocating for First Time in Almost Six Decades

New Zealand radio institution 95bFM is relocating for the first time in almost six decades. The student radio station today announced it's moving to Karangahape Road in Auckland by Friday, July 31st,…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 2, 2026
New Zealand Radio Institution 95bFM Relocating for First Time in Almost Six Decades

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New Zealand Radio Institution 95bFM Relocating for First Time in Almost Six Decades

New Zealand radio institution 95bFM is relocating for the first time in almost six decades. The student radio station today announced it's moving to Karangahape Road in Auckland by Friday, July 31st,…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 2, 2026
Concord Music Publishing ANZ Acquires Catalogue Interest in The Presets' Julian Hamilton

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Concord Music Publishing ANZ Acquires Catalogue Interest in The Presets' Julian Hamilton

Concord Music Publishing ANZ has acquired an interest in the publishing catalogue of Julian Hamilton, one half of seminal electronic duo The Presets. As part of the agreement, Concord Music…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026

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Universal Music New Zealand Launches Industry-First Artist Development Programme

Universal Music New Zealand Launches Industry-First Artist Development Programme

Universal Music New Zealand (UMNZ) has launched a first-of-its-kind artist development programme. UMNZ, Aotearoa's largest record label, today announced the launch of next.WAV., which is designed to…

By Conor Lochrie - 2 hours ago
Universal Music New Zealand Launches Industry-First Artist Development Programme

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Universal Music New Zealand Launches Industry-First Artist Development Programme

Universal Music New Zealand (UMNZ) has launched a first-of-its-kind artist development programme. UMNZ, Aotearoa's largest record label, today announced the launch of next.WAV., which is designed to…

By Conor Lochrie - 2 hours ago
APRA AMCOS Responds to Tech Council Chair Scott Farquhar: 'The AI Industry Has Had Every Opportunity to Negotiate'

APRA AMCOS Responds to Tech Council Chair Scott Farquhar: 'The AI Industry Has Had Every Opportunity to Negotiate'

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston has responded to comments made by Scott Farquhar at the Australian Financial Review's AI Summit in Sydney. “Every few months, Scott Farquhar discovers that Australian…

By Conor Lochrie - 2 hours ago
APRA AMCOS Responds to Tech Council Chair Scott Farquhar: 'The AI Industry Has Had Every Opportunity to Negotiate'

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APRA AMCOS Responds to Tech Council Chair Scott Farquhar: 'The AI Industry Has Had Every Opportunity to Negotiate'

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston has responded to comments made by Scott Farquhar at the Australian Financial Review's AI Summit in Sydney. “Every few months, Scott Farquhar discovers that Australian…

By Conor Lochrie - 2 hours ago
Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

Dom Dolla has already sold out his exclusive Melbourne show. The globetrotting Australian DJ and producer recently announced that he was coming home for his debut Marvel Stadium show, set for…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026
Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

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Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

Dom Dolla has already sold out his exclusive Melbourne show. The globetrotting Australian DJ and producer recently announced that he was coming home for his debut Marvel Stadium show, set for…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026
TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) has appointed Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

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TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) has appointed Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

Live Performance Australia has lodged its submission for Australia's next National Cultural Policy, putting a proposed Live Performance Production Incentive front and centre as the single most transformational reform available to the sector.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

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Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

Live Performance Australia has lodged its submission for Australia's next National Cultural Policy, putting a proposed Live Performance Production Incentive front and centre as the single most transformational reform available to the sector.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

The NSW Government's Createability Internship Program has expanded into the music industry for the first time, placing five interns with major music organisations as part of its largest ever intake.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

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Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

The NSW Government's Createability Internship Program has expanded into the music industry for the first time, placing five interns with major music organisations as part of its largest ever intake.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

Aotearoa New Zealand is today celebrating NZ Music T-Shirt Day.

By Conor Lochrie - May 29, 2026
'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

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'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

Aotearoa New Zealand is today celebrating NZ Music T-Shirt Day.

By Conor Lochrie - May 29, 2026
Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

Audrey Hobert performed a heartfelt cover of her younger brother Malcolm Todd’s breakout track 'Earrings' for her debut Like A Version appearance.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

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Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

Audrey Hobert performed a heartfelt cover of her younger brother Malcolm Todd’s breakout track 'Earrings' for her debut Like A Version appearance.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

Sydney live music venue Mary’s Underground will permanently close this winter, with owners citing rising costs and ongoing financial pressures.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

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'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

Sydney live music venue Mary’s Underground will permanently close this winter, with owners citing rising costs and ongoing financial pressures.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
Here Are All the Winners From the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards

Here Are All the Winners From the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards

After dominating the nominations in April, Marlon Williams once again led the way at the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards. See the full winners list here.

By Conor Lochrie - May 28, 2026
Here Are All the Winners From the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards

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Here Are All the Winners From the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards

After dominating the nominations in April, Marlon Williams once again led the way at the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards. See the full winners list here.

By Conor Lochrie - May 28, 2026