Queensland

$2.03 million has already been provided to the sector.

Australian country music festivals are winning major tourism awards and accolades.

Lobbying from the live music sector is leading to new live music precincts across the country.

Industry Connect provides new and emerging artists access to industry workers and resources.

"The most kind hearted, free spirit that was deeply loved by everyone that met him.”

Four musicians were among 12 Queenslanders sharing in $80,000 of arts grants.

“We are serious about nurturing creativity and creative storytelling, supporting cultural and economic development, and boosting the capacity of the sector."

Clubs have also said it affected patron numbers and they had to let staff go.

Queensland Arts Showcase Program (QASP)’s latest round of funding, of $153,335, helped more events grow cultural tourism, support local jobs, and deliver memorable experiences for audiences and artists.

All proceeds from the charity gig will go towards the Women’s Legal Service Queensland.