ARIA welcomes the Victorian Labor Government’s pledge to back 10,000 gigs in the Creative State

Today ARIA welcomes the $34 million election commitment by the Andrews Labor Government to support music in Victoria.

The Victorian music community was hit hard by extended lockdowns leading to live performance cancellations, and now face the challenges of reopening with rising costs, skills shortages and poor consumer confidence.

This commitment addresses a range of aspects in the music ecosystem including live music, festivals, education and importantly the mental health toll on our community. It will go a long way to helping the music industry get back on its feet and share great music with Victorians.