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Cap on Major Events at Sydney's Randwick Racecourse to be Lifted

Cap on Major Events at Sydney's Randwick Racecourse to be Lifted

The cap on major events at Sydney's Royal Randwick Racecourse has been lifted, gifting the city another option for shows and festivals. As announced by the Minns Labor Government on Friday (October…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 24, 2025
Cap on Major Events at Sydney's Randwick Racecourse to be Lifted

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Cap on Major Events at Sydney's Randwick Racecourse to be Lifted

The cap on major events at Sydney's Royal Randwick Racecourse has been lifted, gifting the city another option for shows and festivals. As announced by the Minns Labor Government on Friday (October…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 24, 2025
Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

The NSW State Government has announced it has raised the cap on concerts held at Sydney's Centennial Park. The park, situated in the inner-east of Sydney, will now be able to hold twelve concerts a…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 8, 2025
Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

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Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

The NSW State Government has announced it has raised the cap on concerts held at Sydney's Centennial Park. The park, situated in the inner-east of Sydney, will now be able to hold twelve concerts a…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 8, 2025
Michael's Rule Adopted: NSW Government Confirms Major Boost for Australian Acts

Michael's Rule Adopted: NSW Government Confirms Major Boost for Australian Acts

The Minns Labor Government has announced its plan to incentivise global touring acts to add local Australian musicians as their support when they perform at some of the largest venues across NSW. In…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2025
Michael's Rule Adopted: NSW Government Confirms Major Boost for Australian Acts

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Michael's Rule Adopted: NSW Government Confirms Major Boost for Australian Acts

The Minns Labor Government has announced its plan to incentivise global touring acts to add local Australian musicians as their support when they perform at some of the largest venues across NSW. In…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2025
State Government Reveals New Plan to Protect Future of Music Festivals and Events

State Government Reveals New Plan to Protect Future of Music Festivals and Events

A new framework aiming to protect and secure the future of major local music festivals and events has been put forward. The Minns Labor Government announced on Saturday (March 15th) that it's…

By Neil Griffiths - Mar 15, 2025
State Government Reveals New Plan to Protect Future of Music Festivals and Events

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State Government Reveals New Plan to Protect Future of Music Festivals and Events

A new framework aiming to protect and secure the future of major local music festivals and events has been put forward. The Minns Labor Government announced on Saturday (March 15th) that it's…

By Neil Griffiths - Mar 15, 2025
NSW Premier Accused of Ignoring Major AC/DC Anniversary

NSW Premier Accused of Ignoring Major AC/DC Anniversary

The New South Wales Premier has been grilled for not acknowledging the recent 50th anniversary of AC/DC. During a budget estimates hearing on Wednesday, Legislative Council member and member of the…

By Neil Griffiths - Feb 27, 2025
NSW Premier Accused of Ignoring Major AC/DC Anniversary

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NSW Premier Accused of Ignoring Major AC/DC Anniversary

The New South Wales Premier has been grilled for not acknowledging the recent 50th anniversary of AC/DC. During a budget estimates hearing on Wednesday, Legislative Council member and member of the…

By Neil Griffiths - Feb 27, 2025
‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

NSW's premier has issued a veiled threat to ban music fests on Anzac Day, part of a crackdown of retail trading on this “solemn” occasion.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2024
‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

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‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

NSW's premier has issued a veiled threat to ban music fests on Anzac Day, part of a crackdown of retail trading on this “solemn” occasion.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2024
NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

The commitment “will set the foundation for a better and more secure future,” explains the Hon. John Graham MLC in a statement.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 20, 2023
NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

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NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

The commitment “will set the foundation for a better and more secure future,” explains the Hon. John Graham MLC in a statement.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 20, 2023
Music Industry Applauds ‘New Era’ as Labor Sweeps to NSW Election Victory

Music Industry Applauds ‘New Era’ as Labor Sweeps to NSW Election Victory

The music industry welcomes the incoming NSW Labor government, which pledged "historic" levels of investment as part of its "fresh start".

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2023
Music Industry Applauds ‘New Era’ as Labor Sweeps to NSW Election Victory

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Music Industry Applauds ‘New Era’ as Labor Sweeps to NSW Election Victory

The music industry welcomes the incoming NSW Labor government, which pledged "historic" levels of investment as part of its "fresh start".

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2023
NSW Labor Pledges $103M In Pre-Election ‘Fresh Start’ For Music Industry

NSW Labor Pledges $103M In Pre-Election ‘Fresh Start’ For Music Industry

The bottom line for Labor’s "fresh start" is a commitment to invest $103 million in the NSW music space over the next four years.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2023
NSW Labor Pledges $103M In Pre-Election ‘Fresh Start’ For Music Industry

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NSW Labor Pledges $103M In Pre-Election ‘Fresh Start’ For Music Industry

The bottom line for Labor’s "fresh start" is a commitment to invest $103 million in the NSW music space over the next four years.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2023
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