APRA AMCOS
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We represent over 128,000 songwriters, composers and music publishers across Australia and New Zealand. #supportaustralianmusic
It’s officially time to cast your vote for the 2026 SONG OF THE YEAR! 🎉
This year’s vote is extra special… We will be celebrating 100 years at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, and you could win the chance to be a part of it!
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This year’s vote is extra special… We will be celebrating 100 years at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, and you could win the chance to be a part of it!
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Vote for APRA Song of the Year
Vote and you'll go into the draw to win for a trip to the 2026 APRAs or cash prizes. Log in to the Portal and vote for your favourite.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:40 AM
It’s officially time to cast your vote for the 2026 SONG OF THE YEAR! 🎉
This year’s vote is extra special… We will be celebrating 100 years at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, and you could win the chance to be a part of it!
www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...
This year’s vote is extra special… We will be celebrating 100 years at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, and you could win the chance to be a part of it!
www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...
Ready to turn your music into money?
If you’ve written or performed original music, you could be earning royalties, and our Resources page shows you how! 🙌
Don’t miss out on the royalties you’ve earned.
🔗 Head to the Resources page: www.apraamcos.com.au
If you’ve written or performed original music, you could be earning royalties, and our Resources page shows you how! 🙌
Don’t miss out on the royalties you’ve earned.
🔗 Head to the Resources page: www.apraamcos.com.au
November 7, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Ready to turn your music into money?
If you’ve written or performed original music, you could be earning royalties, and our Resources page shows you how! 🙌
Don’t miss out on the royalties you’ve earned.
🔗 Head to the Resources page: www.apraamcos.com.au
If you’ve written or performed original music, you could be earning royalties, and our Resources page shows you how! 🙌
Don’t miss out on the royalties you’ve earned.
🔗 Head to the Resources page: www.apraamcos.com.au
Congratulations to Ninajirachi, who has just taken home the 2025 Sound Merch Australian Music Prize with her incredible album ‘I Love My Computer’
One of Australia’s most prestigious awards recognising and honouring the creative accomplishments of Australian musicians!
One of Australia’s most prestigious awards recognising and honouring the creative accomplishments of Australian musicians!
November 7, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Congratulations to Ninajirachi, who has just taken home the 2025 Sound Merch Australian Music Prize with her incredible album ‘I Love My Computer’
One of Australia’s most prestigious awards recognising and honouring the creative accomplishments of Australian musicians!
One of Australia’s most prestigious awards recognising and honouring the creative accomplishments of Australian musicians!
CISAC has released its Global Collections Report 2025, the definitive annual analysis of creator royalties across the global creative industries.
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CISAC releases 2025 Global Collections Report
Global creators’ royalties reach EUR13.97 billion, powered by digital growth
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November 6, 2025 at 11:30 PM
CISAC has released its Global Collections Report 2025, the definitive annual analysis of creator royalties across the global creative industries.
Read more via: www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...
Read more via: www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...
We’re proud to launch the fourth round of 2026 APRA AMCOS Board Observership Program — a unique, 12-month opportunity to gain hands-on board experience, accredited governance training, and mentorship from experienced industry leaders.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:19 AM
We’re proud to launch the fourth round of 2026 APRA AMCOS Board Observership Program — a unique, 12-month opportunity to gain hands-on board experience, accredited governance training, and mentorship from experienced industry leaders.
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What a monumental win to kick off #AusMusicMonth ✨
APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government's announcement of a local content obligation on streaming video on demand (SVOD) services operating in Australia.
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APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government's announcement of a local content obligation on streaming video on demand (SVOD) services operating in Australia.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:17 AM
What a monumental win to kick off #AusMusicMonth ✨
APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government's announcement of a local content obligation on streaming video on demand (SVOD) services operating in Australia.
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APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government's announcement of a local content obligation on streaming video on demand (SVOD) services operating in Australia.
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It’s a School Night, touched down in Melbourne!
Last week, School Night took place at The Evelyn Hotel. A massive thanks to our guest performer & host Kye alongside our other performers Josh Hannan and Tiana Khasi
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Last week, School Night took place at The Evelyn Hotel. A massive thanks to our guest performer & host Kye alongside our other performers Josh Hannan and Tiana Khasi
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October 30, 2025 at 4:44 AM
It’s a School Night, touched down in Melbourne!
Last week, School Night took place at The Evelyn Hotel. A massive thanks to our guest performer & host Kye alongside our other performers Josh Hannan and Tiana Khasi
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Last week, School Night took place at The Evelyn Hotel. A massive thanks to our guest performer & host Kye alongside our other performers Josh Hannan and Tiana Khasi
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Applications are now open for the APRA 2026 Board Observership Program! 🙌
The Observership Program offers an opportunity to participate in a 12-month program to build experience and confidence in serving on a Board.
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The Observership Program offers an opportunity to participate in a 12-month program to build experience and confidence in serving on a Board.
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Two positions open for APRA Board Observership
EOIs open for APRA AMCOS members: 2x positions available
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October 29, 2025 at 5:54 AM
Applications are now open for the APRA 2026 Board Observership Program! 🙌
The Observership Program offers an opportunity to participate in a 12-month program to build experience and confidence in serving on a Board.
🔗 www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...
The Observership Program offers an opportunity to participate in a 12-month program to build experience and confidence in serving on a Board.
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A spectacular night at Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall, celebrating excellence and innovation in screen composition!
Presented by APRA AMCOS and the Australian Guild of Screen Composers (AGSC)
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Presented by APRA AMCOS and the Australian Guild of Screen Composers (AGSC)
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2025 Screen Music Award winners announced
Jack Symonds and women composers take centre stage at annual ceremony
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October 28, 2025 at 11:37 PM
A spectacular night at Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall, celebrating excellence and innovation in screen composition!
Presented by APRA AMCOS and the Australian Guild of Screen Composers (AGSC)
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Presented by APRA AMCOS and the Australian Guild of Screen Composers (AGSC)
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APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government ruling out a Text and Data Mining (TDM) exception, reaffirming its commitment to strong copyright protections in the age of AI.
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APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government ruling out a Text and Data Mining (TDM) exception, reaffirming its commitment to strong copyright protections in the age of AI.
Attorney-General Michell...
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October 27, 2025 at 1:10 AM
APRA AMCOS welcomes the Australian Government ruling out a Text and Data Mining (TDM) exception, reaffirming its commitment to strong copyright protections in the age of AI.
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Jonathan Carter, APRA AMCOS, Chief Operating Officer, has been elected as chair of CISAC Legal & Policy Committee 👏
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Jonathan Carter, APRA AMCOS, Chief Operating Officer, has been elected as chair of CISAC Legal & Policy Committee 👏
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Jonathan Carter, APRA AMCOS, Chief Operating Officer, has been elected as chair of CISAC Legal & Policy Committee 👏
The Legal Committee - a major committee within International Copyright Management ...
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October 24, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Jonathan Carter, APRA AMCOS, Chief Operating Officer, has been elected as chair of CISAC Legal & Policy Committee 👏
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In this Insights webinar, we're joined by Dan Pash from Accessible Arts who'll take us through some simple considerations and tools you can easily implement to make sure your music is accessible to everyone!
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Insights x Accessible Arts: Acing Accessibility for Music
Learn simple ways you can expand your audience by making your music more accessible and inclusive.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:49 AM
In this Insights webinar, we're joined by Dan Pash from Accessible Arts who'll take us through some simple considerations and tools you can easily implement to make sure your music is accessible to everyone!
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APRA AMCOS members are invited to attend a free, special '101' session to learn more about what membership offers you!
📆 Wednesday, 29th October.
⏰ 5:30pm - 6:30pm (AEDT)
📍 Online
Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/apra-amcos...
📆 Wednesday, 29th October.
⏰ 5:30pm - 6:30pm (AEDT)
📍 Online
Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/apra-amcos...
APRA AMCOS 101
Keen to learn more about your APRA AMCOS membership?
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October 21, 2025 at 3:05 AM
APRA AMCOS members are invited to attend a free, special '101' session to learn more about what membership offers you!
📆 Wednesday, 29th October.
⏰ 5:30pm - 6:30pm (AEDT)
📍 Online
Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/apra-amcos...
📆 Wednesday, 29th October.
⏰ 5:30pm - 6:30pm (AEDT)
📍 Online
Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/apra-amcos...
APRA AMCOS International revenue hits $98.8m, up 14.8% from FY23/24! 💥
APRA’s International Live Performance accounted for nearly 16% of revenue, a substantial growth from last year’s 6% share.
🔗 You can read more at apraaamcos.com.au/YearInReview
APRA’s International Live Performance accounted for nearly 16% of revenue, a substantial growth from last year’s 6% share.
🔗 You can read more at apraaamcos.com.au/YearInReview
October 20, 2025 at 6:36 AM
APRA AMCOS International revenue hits $98.8m, up 14.8% from FY23/24! 💥
APRA’s International Live Performance accounted for nearly 16% of revenue, a substantial growth from last year’s 6% share.
🔗 You can read more at apraaamcos.com.au/YearInReview
APRA’s International Live Performance accounted for nearly 16% of revenue, a substantial growth from last year’s 6% share.
🔗 You can read more at apraaamcos.com.au/YearInReview
If you’re a music manager or self-managed artist ready to grow, connect, and expand your toolkit, this is your chance! 🌱
Applications for The Seed Fund are officially OPEN!
Apply now via www.theseedfund.org
Applications for The Seed Fund are officially OPEN!
Apply now via www.theseedfund.org
The Seed Fund
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October 19, 2025 at 10:31 PM
If you’re a music manager or self-managed artist ready to grow, connect, and expand your toolkit, this is your chance! 🌱
Applications for The Seed Fund are officially OPEN!
Apply now via www.theseedfund.org
Applications for The Seed Fund are officially OPEN!
Apply now via www.theseedfund.org
Local content matters. So why are Aussies/Kiwis hearing and discovering less local music?
Read more about how we plan to turn up the volume on home grown talent via apraamcos.com.au/YearInReviewAussies/Kiwis hearing
Read more about how we plan to turn up the volume on home grown talent via apraamcos.com.au/YearInReviewAussies/Kiwis hearing
October 17, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Local content matters. So why are Aussies/Kiwis hearing and discovering less local music?
Read more about how we plan to turn up the volume on home grown talent via apraamcos.com.au/YearInReviewAussies/Kiwis hearing
Read more about how we plan to turn up the volume on home grown talent via apraamcos.com.au/YearInReviewAussies/Kiwis hearing
📣 APRA AMCOS Year In Review!
📖 On behalf of APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston, and the entire team, we encourage you to explore the full report: www.apraamcos.com.au/year-in-review
📖 On behalf of APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston, and the entire team, we encourage you to explore the full report: www.apraamcos.com.au/year-in-review
2024-2025 APRA AMCOS Year in Review
The APRA AMCOS 2024-2025 Year in Review tells the story of record-breaking results driven by our focus on service.
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October 16, 2025 at 10:26 PM
📣 APRA AMCOS Year In Review!
📖 On behalf of APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston, and the entire team, we encourage you to explore the full report: www.apraamcos.com.au/year-in-review
📖 On behalf of APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston, and the entire team, we encourage you to explore the full report: www.apraamcos.com.au/year-in-review
Sound NSW has announced that their Contemporary Music Development Grants are back!
Whether you’re an artist looking to record and promote new music, or you’re a music industry organisation looking to grow, you could be eligible for funding across four programs!
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Whether you’re an artist looking to record and promote new music, or you’re a music industry organisation looking to grow, you could be eligible for funding across four programs!
www.nsw.gov.au/departments-...
Contemporary Music Development Grants
The Contemporary Music Development Grants will support career sustainability for artists and acts to create and promote new music, enable music organisations to deliver significant sector development ...
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October 10, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Sound NSW has announced that their Contemporary Music Development Grants are back!
Whether you’re an artist looking to record and promote new music, or you’re a music industry organisation looking to grow, you could be eligible for funding across four programs!
www.nsw.gov.au/departments-...
Whether you’re an artist looking to record and promote new music, or you’re a music industry organisation looking to grow, you could be eligible for funding across four programs!
www.nsw.gov.au/departments-...
Managing Your Music Part 2 – The Release Checklist with Laura Imbruglia
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October 8, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Managing Your Music Part 2 – The Release Checklist with Laura Imbruglia
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One of Australia’s most acclaimed screen composers, Christopher Gordon, will be honoured with the Distinguished Services to the Australian Screen Award at the 2025 Screen Music Awards!
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Christopher Gordon to receive Distinguished Services to the…
Multi-award-winning composer behind Mao’s Last Dancer and Master and Commander recognised for outstanding contribution to screen music
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October 6, 2025 at 11:24 PM
One of Australia’s most acclaimed screen composers, Christopher Gordon, will be honoured with the Distinguished Services to the Australian Screen Award at the 2025 Screen Music Awards!
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What an incredible day for our EQUALIZE workshop series! Last weekend, we ran workshops across Hobart, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, and a big shoutout to all of our workshop facilitators! 💛
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September 30, 2025 at 11:37 PM
What an incredible day for our EQUALIZE workshop series! Last weekend, we ran workshops across Hobart, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, and a big shoutout to all of our workshop facilitators! 💛
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New member to APRA AMCOS, and you’re not sure where to begin?
It can be overwhelming to start out, but we got you! Our Resources page is made just for you!
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Think of it as your beginner's guide to making the most of your membership. 💡
It can be overwhelming to start out, but we got you! Our Resources page is made just for you!
www.apraamcos.com.au/resources/me...
Think of it as your beginner's guide to making the most of your membership. 💡
September 26, 2025 at 2:26 AM
New member to APRA AMCOS, and you’re not sure where to begin?
It can be overwhelming to start out, but we got you! Our Resources page is made just for you!
www.apraamcos.com.au/resources/me...
Think of it as your beginner's guide to making the most of your membership. 💡
It can be overwhelming to start out, but we got you! Our Resources page is made just for you!
www.apraamcos.com.au/resources/me...
Think of it as your beginner's guide to making the most of your membership. 💡
Yesterday, APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston joined artists, policymakers, and industry leaders at the Sydney Opera House for the Art of Tax Reform Summit - a summit looking at ways to address the industry’s many hurdles through tax reform.
September 26, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Yesterday, APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston joined artists, policymakers, and industry leaders at the Sydney Opera House for the Art of Tax Reform Summit - a summit looking at ways to address the industry’s many hurdles through tax reform.
Ready to take your music career to the next level? Join us online for the first instalment of our two-part series, where self-managed artist and industry all-rounder Laura Imbruglia shares her no-nonsense “business checklist” for independent musicians.
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Insights: Managing Your Music Part I
Free online webinar with APRA AMCOS Laura Imbruglia. 8 October 5:30pm - 6:30pm AEDT
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September 26, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Ready to take your music career to the next level? Join us online for the first instalment of our two-part series, where self-managed artist and industry all-rounder Laura Imbruglia shares her no-nonsense “business checklist” for independent musicians.
www.apraamcos.com.au/about-us/new...
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The ARIA 2025 nominations have just dropped, and there's a fleet of exciting new and returning talent to celebrate!
A huge congratulations to all the incredible APRA AMCOS members who are nominated.
Winners will be announced at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 👑
A huge congratulations to all the incredible APRA AMCOS members who are nominated.
Winners will be announced at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 👑
September 25, 2025 at 4:53 AM
The ARIA 2025 nominations have just dropped, and there's a fleet of exciting new and returning talent to celebrate!
A huge congratulations to all the incredible APRA AMCOS members who are nominated.
Winners will be announced at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 👑
A huge congratulations to all the incredible APRA AMCOS members who are nominated.
Winners will be announced at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 👑