In this challenging time of uncertainty, NZ writer representative on the APRA board, Bic Runga, sends a few words of solidarity and encouragement. 

As we head into the weekend, the NZ music industry organisations have a collective update on our activities.

Important information for members who played live gigs between July 2019 and April 2020

Are you wondering whether you need a licence or what kind of licence you may need for your live-stream?

Kia ora mai rā e Te Kāhui Tau - ngā kaititotito, ngā manutīoriori me ngā ringapuoro.

You won't need to wait until November, we're paying your performance reports royalties in May.

The following advice ONLY relates to live streaming of performances licensed under an APRA AMCOS Dramatic Context licence.

The situation has changed rapidly this week, with unprecedented steps taken by Government that will affect every member of our music community and all New Zealanders.

The national arts development agency of the New Zealand government gives an update on their plans to support the NZ arts sector through Covid-19.

Tell us how you have been impacted.

Keeping the music industry viable through Covid-19

Our staff across our New Zealand and Australian offices will be working from home from Wednesday 18 March

Jamie McDell, Darren Watson and Kaylee Bell among the Kiwi nominees for this esteemed award.

We're back and cash prizes are on offer. Good luck!

Awards presented to standout talent Cloves, Jed Kurzel, Jordan Rakei and Nick Cave & Warren Ellis.