Terms of reference

Terms of reference

The Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts inquire into and report on the challenges and opportunities within the Australian live music industry, pertaining to:

  • Sustainability and growth of the industry
  • Suitability and location of venues for organisers, participants, and attendees
  • Artist development and career pathways
  • Capacity building in facilitation and promotion of events and festivals
  • Local economic benefits
  • Grant and support programs
  • Audience development and consumer behaviours
  • Barriers to growing the Australian industry, both domestically and internationally, including those relating to export, and
  • Building sustainability in the industry, domestically and internationally.