We were saddened to learn of the passing of beloved ABC Sydney Afternoons host, broadcaster, writer and musician James Valentine, who passed away at age 64 from cancer. www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

One of Australia’s most iconic and globally influential bands, INXS, will be honoured with the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music at the 2026 APRA Music Awards www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

We’re proud to share that APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston has been appointed to help shape Australia’s new National Cultural Policy! The Australian Government is pressing ahead with a renewed National Cultural Policy by establishing Expert Panels and a Policy Advisory Group.

A very warm congratulations to the artists selected for the upcoming Songsmiths program, an initiative supporting songwriters who are d/Deaf or disabled. aarts.net.au/news/2026-so...

Australia's creative and media sectors brought their case directly to Parliament, hosting Powering Intelligence: Media, Culture and the Future of Innovation at Australian Parliament House in Canberra www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Creative work often relies on close collaboration, whether that’s within bands, touring teams, creative partnerships, or workplaces. When communication breaks down, tensions can escalate quickly. 📆 Tuesday, April 21, 2026 🕠 5:30pm – 6:30pm (AEST) RSVP via: www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new... 🔗

Sound NSW is launching a brand‑new database of NSW music professionals to help our government department easily discover and use your music in upcoming projects To register your details for inclusion in the database and to be considered for future opportunities www.nsw.gov.au/departments-...

⏰ Applications closing soon! The 2026 Lighthouse Award is open to applications from women and gender diverse artist managers, but not for much longer! Apply now: www.apraamcos.com.au/about/suppor...

As Prime Minister Albanese welcomed Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney to Parliament this week, both leaders made it clear: “As two middle powers in an era of strategic competition, Australia and Canada must seek and create new ways to stand with and for each other.”

We’re pleased to let you know about important updates to the way jazz improvisation works should be registered and claimed. Did you know there are many ways to maximise your royalties? Head to apraamcos.com.au/resources to learn more.

APRA AMCOS was proud to host the CISAC Board of Directors in Sydney, welcoming leaders from across the global creative community. A special evening, and a fitting moment to reflect on a century of advocacy for creators.

Last night, APRA AMCOS welcomed the CISAC Board of Directors, representing 228 societies across 111 countries. “We stand strong in collaboration with CMOs from around the world, united under the CISAC banner, as we advocate for the value of human creativity in the face of the AI revolution.”

Free and cheap tickets to gigs for 18-25s! If you love live music, MyGig Pass is the easiest way to hear about gigs and great deals from venues across the state. Sign up here > www.lmva.au/mygigpass

We’re thrilled to celebrate eliseRS (Elise Reitze-Swensen) for winning the prestigious Minderoo Foundation Artist Fund Award and the $50,000 AUD prize for her upcoming 20-track double album, Life We’ve Known – ahead of its release on March 6, 2026.

Delta Goodrem is set to represent Australia at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, marking an exciting new chapter for the acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter! 💛

"The world’s creators and journalists deserve a share of the largest wealth creation in the history of the technology industry, and they will fight for it. But this does not have to be a battle." - Dean Ormston, CEO of APRA AMCOS www.afr.com/companies/fi...

Celebrating the announcement of Dr. Siobhan McGinnity and Will Pawa-Oui as the 2026 APRA Board Observers. The Observership Program continues to open doors, build capability, and strengthen our creative community. www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Off to a flying start for day one of GUDINSKI SongHubs at Bakehouse Studios, curated by The Temper Trap. www.rcstills.com

The 2026 Lighthouse Award is now open to applications from women and gender diverse artist managers! ⭐️ Managers are invited to apply now until Monday 23 March for the chance to receive a $5,000 grant to support their business and professional pursuits. www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

It’s also an excellent time to do some musical housekeeping before the intensity of the year kicks off! Here we share some simple things you can do to put your music project on the right track in 2026. Get ahead of your admin and maximise your creativity! www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Regional Sessions Kiama 📍 Another beautiful day all about connecting regional artists and industry, sharing knowledge, building networks, and creating spaces for artists at every stage of their journey to learn and grow. 📸 www.samanthaquintalphotography.com

“This code is like Jurassic Park and doesn’t reflect the opportunity that’s right in front of commercial radio right now,” - Dean Ormston, CEO of APRA AMCOS www.billboard.com/pro/australi...

HURRY LAST CHANCE! 🎉 Applications for the 2026 Art Music Fund close 16 February 2026! www.apraamcos.com.au/about/suppor...

APRA AMCOS has expressed its disappointment at the registration of the Commercial Radio Code of Practice 2026 by the Australian Communications and Media Authority. www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Thinking about coming to APRA AMCOS Regional Sessions 2026?! If you’re wondering whether it’s worth attending, we’ve pulled together a few of the key reasons why creators keep coming back year after year. Read more about why you should go:
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More funding for Art Music composers! Thanks to new support from Music Australia, the Fund now supports 17 composers with $7,500 each, including 15 Australian composers (up from 9) and 2 from Aotearoa New Zealand. www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Introducing our superstar APRA AMCOS team who took to the pitch yesterday for one of the most anticipated days on the music calendar, The 2026 Musica Copa founded by UNDR ctrl⚽️

Massive congratulations to our screen members recognised at this year’s AACTA Awards! 👏 The AACTA Awards honours excellence across Australia’s screen industry, celebrating the creative talent behind the film, television and documentary productions that shape our storytelling and cultural identity.

Nominations are now OPEN for the 2026 Art Music Awards! APRA AMCOS and the Australian Music Centre have announced major updates this year, making the awards clearer, more inclusive, and better representative of Australia’s art music community. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zYE...

🚨 Nominations now open for the 2026 Art Music Awards! 🚨 APRA AMCOS and the Australian Music Centre invite members to recognise the outstanding achievements of their peers across Australia’s art music community! www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Al from the APRA AMCOS Education and Outreach teams insights on Releasing Your Music at Soundcheck ’26. Register NOW for FREE- tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event...

The Country Music Futures Forum that took place at the Tamworth Country Music Festival! Thank you to everyone who attended this special two-day event, dedicated to supporting artists and industry professionals to share insights, build networks and explore opportunities in Australia and beyond.

A heartfelt congratulations to the eight APRA AMCOS members who have been recognised in this year’s Order of Australia Honours! Recipients are celebrated for their incredible service to the arts, music, education and their communities. Congratulations to all! www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

APRA has officially hit triple digits, and to celebrate we invited APRA AMCOS staff to bring their Family & Friends for a very special first 100th birthday celebration. We opened the doors, turned up the tunes, loaded up the sweet treats and invited our favourite humans to celebrate with us.

As we celebrate the incredible milestone of 100 years of APRA, with many announcements to come over the next few weeks and months, we’d like to start by acknowledging where our story began... We invite you to explore your music history, head to 🔗 apraamcos.com.au/APRA100

For 100 years, we’ve championed Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand songwriters, composers and music publishers. 💫 We have very exciting celebrations to share over the coming days and weeks to mark this incredible milestone, stay tuned!

The BRIT Awards nominees have just dropped, and we’re proud to recognise APRA AMCOS members whose work has been acknowledged by one of the UK’s most prestigious music awards. 🔥 Tame Impala, Kito, Leroy Clampitt & Sarah Aarons Best of luck at the 2026 BRIT Awards 🏆

After 12 years, the lockout laws are finally coming to an end! The Minns Labor Government is removing the last major lockout conditions, including the 3:30am “last drinks” rule to help revitalise Sydney’s night-time economy across Kings Cross, Oxford Street and the CBD.

We’re excited to reveal the 61 outstanding finalists for the 2026 APRA Professional Development Awards (PDAs), featuring songwriters and composers from across the country, each vying for these coveted honours. 🤩 www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

The Creative Workplaces Survey is now open. Take part now: creativeworkplaces.gov.au/survey

APRA AMCOS acknowledges the Productivity Commission's final report on data and digital technology - which recognises that licensing is the appropriate mechanism for AI companies to access copyright-protected creative content. www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Big shoutout to the winners of the 2025 Johnny Dennis Music Awards! 🎉 Congratulations to Ayda Akbal, Biddy Connor, James Peter Brown and Jesse Watt.

Season’s Greetings from APRA AMCOS! Our offices will be closed for the holidays from Friday, 24 December 2025 and will reopen on Tues, 7 January 2026. 🎉

APRA AMCOS is pleased to announce that two new staff have joined the SongMakers team: NSW Program Manager Reg Harris and Coordinator Breanna Jones! www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

Voting is now easier than ever, and you could win big! How to vote: Be an APRA member Log in to the member portal Submit your vote That’s it! ⭐️

The 2026 Art Music Fund is now open! This year, 11 established composers, nine from Australia and two from Aotearoa New Zealand will each receive AU$7,500 to create a commissioned work designed for a long and vibrant artistic life. 🔗 Apply now: www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...

A huge congratulations to 14-year-old Toowoomba musician Giann Zammataro for being named APRA AMCOS Young Songwriter of the Year with the beautiful original piece “To The Kid” at the Australian Children’s Music Foundation 🎉 An incredible achievement! 🌟

The Regional Sessions are back in NSW this Feb 2026! Five locations, incredible mentors (Anna Laverty, Bec Sandridge, Casey Barnes, GLVES, Joel Ma + more to be announced), and only 50 spots per event. 🎟 $30 early bird tickets on sale now! Don’t miss out. Link: www.apraamcos.com.au/.../regional...

The AGSC Scoring Summit celebrates the incredible work of Australian screen composers and offers the community an opportunity to connect, learn, and share ideas across film, television, games, trailers and advertising! www.eventbrite.com/e/the-austra...

Artists, producers, filmmakers, venues and festivals can nominate themselves across 20 categories including Song of the Year, Producer of the Year, Music Video of the Year, Festival of the Year and more. 🗓️ Nominations close Monday, 1 December at 11.59pm www.qmusic.com.au/qma/2026-nom...