Everyone is entitled to a safe workplace where they are respected and free from harassment, sexual harm, and discrimination

Our warmest congratulations to Dave Dobbyn who has been knighted for his services to music.

Applications are now open for SongHubs Ōtautahi / Christchurch, which will be held in March 2021

Got jingles that need to be registered? Please register and upload to OPUS by 1 Feb ahead of our Writer Portal getting an upgrade.

Important update if you are earning from the US.

APRA has extended Event Promoters a 10% discount on their music licence fees over summer 2020-21.

Report findings announced

Ten grants of $5,000 on offer and a new, simpler application process.

Top album and single both secured by Kiwi acts for first time in 16 years

A tribute to the members of the music community we lost in 2020

We're delighted to announce the songwriters who will be taking part in SongHubs Te Matau-a-Māui / Hawke's Bay

Today organisations from across the Aotearoa music community are announcing the creation of a new action group SoundCheck Aotearoa, with the aim of developing a safe and inclusive culture in the music community.

Download from the app now. Get the work done on the go.

We're delighted to announce the Kaitito Puoro (songwriters) and Kaihautū Puoro (producers) who will participate in our inaugural Reo Māori Songhubs program next week.

COVID-19 and the subsequent recession have impacted our revenue, most specifically affecting the November APRA royalty payment.

All the winners from the 2020 APRA Silver Scroll Awards have been announced

Mōkori anō ka rere a mihi ki a Rob Ruha, mōu i whakawhiwhia ki Te Tohu Maioha nā APRA 2020

Six iconic Kiwi acts to be inducted

Applications now open for SongHubs Aotearoa - Te Matau-A-Māui / Hawke's Bay

Apply for a one-time grant to support your creative work

This year’s APRA and AMCOS AGMs will be held virtually on Wednesday 18 November 2020. 

The year's events impacted the A$474.5m Group Revenue result. Digital remains robust. 

Check out all of the finalists for the 2020 AOTEAROA MUSIC AWARDS

Get your diary out, because we have a date for our 2020 Silver Scroll Award ceremony broadcast: Wednesday 28 October, 7.30pm, on YouTube!

To invest in domestic touring costs, to enable more NZ artists to grow sustainable careers and increase the access to live music for NZ audiences. 

The Pacific music community celebrated another year of outstanding music at the 16th annual Pacific Music Awards.

Recognising the success of Aotearoa’s behind-the-scenes music talent

Fijian guitarist Daniel Rae Costello to be honoured at online awards ceremony

Apply to take part in a series of 10 one-day music production workshops at Roundhead Studios.

New Zealand and Australian music legend Max Merritt has passed away aged 79.

Today we share the NZ Music Industry Manifesto for 2020 (Te Pae Ahumahi Puoro O Aotearoa). This is a summary document which lays out the six key areas of strategy and focus for the combined music industry organisations.

We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of remarkable musician and songwriter Reuben Winter (Totems, Milk, bandicoot, Caroles) last week.

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

Here’s what you need to know in regards to music licensing and live streaming

We're delighted to announce that applications are now open for our new Reo Māori Songhubs Program 2020, and will close at 5pm on Monday 28 September.

The APRA Maioha Award recognises the art of contemporary Māori songwriting and honours composers who are telling their stories in the language of Te Ao Māori.

Some of New Zealand’s best composers have been shortlisted for the SOUNZ Contemporary Award which celebrates excellence in contemporary composition. 

Some of New Zealand’s best songwriters and composers have been shortlisted for two prestigious Screen awards to be presented at the 2020 APRA Silver Scroll Awards.