As part of the latest effort from the ‘Save Our Arts’ campaign, a series of forums will be hosted in key marginal seats with representatives from the Australian music industry. They include Ryan (Queensland), Macnamara and Wills (Victoria). The advocacy groups say the Australian music sector is in crisis and needs desperate attention.
“Recent data reveals a troubling trend,” the group said in a statement. “In 2024, only 29 Australian songs featured in Triple J’s Hottest 100, the lowest since 1996. Additionally, just two Australian tracks appeared in the ARIA Top 50 Singles, highlighting the diminishing visibility of local talent.
