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"We need the next Parliament to finish the job – and lock in the future of great Australian music for good."
The Presets' Julian Hamilton returns as Music Director for a second year, while Zan Rowe, Hau Lātūkefu and Ngaiire will co-host this year's awards.
13 Australian songwriters and composers have taken home $10,000 to boost their music careers.
The winners across 13 categories will be revealed on Thursday, 13 February, in Sydney.
The global music industry experienced abundant growth last year, and Australian consumers and songwriters were no exception.
Proposed changes to the HSC syllabus will see music performance examinations replaced with longer written aural exams.
"This move will cut off access to a life-changing therapy for many Australians who need it most."
“The Australian and New Zealand Governments need to take the lead and act decisively to protect the livelihoods of creators and the future of our creative industries.”
Returning to five NSW locations in February of next year, the program will allow artists to learn from the best of the best in Australian music.
Peter Hebbes served on the boards of APRA AMCOS and AMPAL for decades.