When Peter Garrett launched Labor’s arts policy in Sydney ten days before the election, he vowed to spend $10 million to promote the arts in Australian communities, $17 million over four years to set up an arts innovation centre, and $7.6 million to boost Aboriginal art centres. The policy also set out its intention to

Create a Sonicbids Electronic Press Kit (EPK) by January 31, 2008 for a chance to play the 2008 North By Northeast Music Festival and Conference (NXNE). Now in its 14th year, North by Northeast is Canada’s #1 showcase for the best new independent music and music-related films. The Music Festival draws 70,000 fans, over 600

Christie’s Eliezer’s ‘High Voltage’ is a fascinating look at the lives of seven top music industry identities who have pioneered various areas of the business. High Voltage is the true account from behind the scenes of the Australian music industry with entertaining and inspiring stories from seven industry legends: Michael Gudinski, Denis Handlin, Ian “Molly”

Australian Trade Commission (AUSTRADE) has a support package for Australian companies wishing to attend MIDEM in 2008. What is included? Midem: Full entry to all the elements of the conference, tradeshow and other official Midem showcases. Full stand assistance from Austrade representatives who will provide the support services to help you make the most of

WHY SIGN UP? FBi is proudly independent. A not-for-profit music station, made by a team of passionate and dedicated volunteers. Their mission is to bring you the best new music and culture from home and abroad – we guarantee to bring you 50% Australian music with half of that from Sydney. FBi might not be

Australia’s plans to introduce digital radio sees Sydney hosting the global WorldDMB Forum on November 30. The WorldDMB Forum is a London based a global trade body coordinating the introduction of digital radio worldwide based on the Eureka 147 DAB system. It represents public and private broadcasters, network and transmission providers and radio manufacturers from

The Australia Council for the Arts, Ceres Solutions and Performing Lines have joined forces to announce the New Music Touring Project – Sound Travellers – a two year project to facilitate and promote the national touring of sound art/electronica, new jazz/ improvisation and contemporary classical music. This project is being managed as a partnership between

Fuse, which is part of the Adelaide Fringe Festival, brings together artists, promoters, agents, managers, publishers and media representatives to foster networking and the discussion of all things music. It provides participants with knowledge and pathways that enable the development of sustainable contemporary music industry careers for Australians. Fuse combines two nights of the best

Registrations have opened for 2008’s premier music event: Song Summit Sydney (S3). Be one of the first 200 delegates to register to take advantage of their Early Bird Special! You can be part of Australian music history for as little as $150. Go to the S3 website for full details of ticket prices (see ‘Program’)

Congratulations to all the winners from this years ARIA awards! Hall of Fame: Nick Cave Album of the Year: Silverchair – Young Modern (Eleven/Virgin/EMI) Best Group: Silverchair – Young Modern (Eleven/Virgin/EMI) Best Male Artist: Gotye – Mixed Blood (Samples ‘n’ Seconds/Creative Vibes) Best Female Artist: Missy Higgins – On A Clear Night (Eleven/Virgin/EMI) Single of