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If you took nothing else from Taylor’s keynote, it was this: “B*tch, this is the entertainment industry, don't think about it too much!”

"The key to understand, though, is we are working toward positive change; we just have to get it right."

The Australian government aims to protect the economy, “society, environment and [the] rule of law, which would include copyright.”

Annabelle Herd explained it's a "decision to ensure industry recognition of the incredible contributions many artists have made to the Australian music landscape."

59% of 16-25-year-olds state that cost is a barrier to going to shows, and 35% describe cost as the “most significant” barrier.

Cassandra will receive a songwriting session with one of four impressive Australian artists as part of her prize.

63% of participants admitted that they preferred genre-focused line-ups over the multi-genre experience.

Find out about all the music industry movements happening across the country - from venue closures to openings to new appointments.

Voting for the publicly-voted award categories is now open and closes on Tuesday, 1 October.

The I Heart Songwriting Club has inspired the writing of 30,000 songs by over 1500 songwriters. Its tenth anniversary will be celebrated with 'Acoustic Mornings' at BIGSOUND.

Special guest Lyndsey Havens from the American edition of Billboard will deliver a special closing keynote.