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Victoria Votes '14: Music's Importance In Vic Still Has A Long Way To Go

Music Victoria CEO Patrick Donovan's final thoughts ahead of this week's crucial State election.

Features / Arts

Victoria Votes '14: Music Industry Funding Is An Investment Not A Handout

"Any funding should be considered as an investment by the state – not a handout."

EXCLUSIVE: How We Can Fix Victoria’s Regional Live Music Scene

Exclusive opinion piece from Music Victoria's Patrick Donovan

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