Australian orgs welcome $34m live music pledge

In an election commitment, Victoria premier Daniel Andrews has promised cash to support 10,000 concerts in the state over the next four years

Victoria festival Unify Gathering will not go ahead next year
Victoria festival Unify Gathering will not go ahead next year © Kieran Tunbridge

Australian music organisations have welcomed a pledge by the Victorian government to invest A$34 million in the state’s live music sector.

Premier Daniel Andrews, who is seeking a third term, and minister for creative industries Steve Dimopoulos have also promised cash to support 10,000 concerts over the next four years and $1,000 grants for artists if Labor prevail in this weekend’s state election.

The commitment also includes  $2.5m for a Live Music Major Events Fund, providing grants of up to…

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