Music / creative industry organisations, funding & support
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Rimon offers specialist advisory services for the R&D Tax Incentive and related innovation funding programs
Australian Investment Council — The national peak body for private capital in Australia, representing venture capital, private equity and institutional investors supporting growth and innovation.
Indigenous Business Australia — A government agency providing home-ownership, business-finance and investment support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and enterprises.
ArtsWellbeingCollective provides mental health, wellbeing and support resources for arts workers and organisations.
ArtSupport builds philanthropic partnerships and funding pathways for Australian arts organisations.
FundTheArts campaigns for stronger public investment in Australia’s arts and cultural sectors.
MGNSW supports museums, galleries and cultural organisations across New South Wales.
RegionalArtsNSW strengthens regional arts networks, funding and creative development.
The Seed Fund – A philanthropic, artist‑led Australian not‑for‑profit granting funds and hosting immersive management workshops to help creators build sustainable music careers.
vclist.org — A directory of venture capital firms, angel investors, accelerators and incubators for startups to explore.
Creative/Music Org/Support
ARIA is Australia’s recording-industry association representing labels and industry interests, including the ARIA Charts and Awards.
APRA AMCOS is Australasia’s music-rights organisation for songwriters, composers and publishers, licensing music use and distributing royalties (including via the OneMusic joint initiative).
Tech Policy Design Institute is an independent, non-partisan think tank that designs and convenes effective tech policy for the public good.
The Cast connects creatives and researchers worldwide to foster sustainable futures through culture.
Indie Music Academy provides training and services to help independent artists grow their fanbase, streams and music business.
PRS for Music is the UK rights-management society that licenses the use of members’ music and pays royalties worldwide.
SOCAN is Canada’s performing and reproduction-rights organisation, licensing music use and distributing royalties to creators and publishers.
PPCA is Australia’s recording-rights collecting society providing blanket licences for the use of sound recordings and distributing revenue to labels and artists.
ASCAP is the U.S. performing-rights organisation (not-for-profit) that licenses music use and pays royalties to songwriter, composer and publisher members.
Musicians’ Union (UK) is the trade union for musicians working across the UK, providing representation, legal support and member benefits.
Tech Policy Design Centre – an Australian hub focused on shaping responsible and effective technology policy and governance.
FemaleSwitch is a platform spotlighting women in business, amplifying their stories and achievements.
A ARTS (Australian Association for the Study of the Arts) – Scholarly association supporting arts research, collaboration, and discourse.
The Ethics Centre — An independent Australian organisation committed to “bringing ethics to the centre of everyday life,” offering resources such as articles, podcasts, events, consulting services, and an ethics helpline.
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Creative Workspaces is the official Australian Government platform dedicated to supporting safe, fair, and inclusive workplaces in the creative sector. It offers resources, policy guidance, and support for cultural and arts organisations.
The Australian Investment Network connects entrepreneurs with angel investors, VCs, and private financiers, allowing startups to pitch ideas while investors explore opportunities across sectors like tech, real estate, and more.
Birchal is an Australian equity crowdfunding platform that helps startups raise capital from the public, connecting everyday investors with early-stage companies in a streamlined and compliant way.
BaseTemplates offers investor-approved pitch deck templates, financial models, and fundraising tools to help founders craft compelling presentations and navigate every stage of startup funding.
The Runway Ventures is a newsletter that shares lessons from failed startups, offering founders practical insights to avoid common mistakes.
Startmate accelerates ambitious founders, women, and investors through mentor-driven programs backed by top angels, venture funds, and tech startups across the region.
goldengrants.cargo.site is a curated directory of funding opportunities, residencies, and open calls for artists, designers, and creative practitioners.
Startup Resources is a curated directory of tools, platforms, and services tailored to help startups launch, grow, and scale efficiently.
The Grants Hub is an Australian grants directory and funding search platform offering grant alerts, application tools, and expert support across arts, business, community, and more.
ArtSupport Australia is a national platform providing professional development, mentoring, and career resources for artists and creatives, helping them build sustainable, successful practices.
ArtsHub is Australia’s leading independent online resource dedicated to the arts industry. It offers news, reviews, job listings, events, and opportunities for artists and arts professionals. As part of the Creative Hubs Group, ArtsHub serves as a central platform for the Australian arts community.
The A New Approach (ANA) Publications page features independent research and analysis on arts, culture, and creativity in Australia, offering insight reports, analysis papers, and factsheets to inform policy and investment decisions.
The Connect by Live Nation Insights page offers data-driven research and cultural trend analyses—such as the annual Love Song study—designed to help brands authentically engage with music-loving audiences.
The Push is a Melbourne-based youth music organisation supporting young people through all-ages events, industry training, and music programs across Australia.
Listen Up Music is an Australian music charity that uses songwriting, events, and programs to promote mental health and well-being in the music industry.
Support Act is Australia’s music industry charity, providing crisis relief, mental health support, and wellbeing services to artists, crew, and music workers.
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aimco.org.au is the leading industry body in Australia promoting best practices, transparency, and professional standards in influencer marketing.
aimco.org.au is the leading industry body in Australia promoting best practices, transparency, and professional standards in influencer marketing.
almbc.org.au is the Australian Live Music Business Council, supporting and representing small-to-medium businesses in Australia’s live music ecosystem.
australianfashion.org is the official site of the Australian Fashion Council, which supports the growth and global positioning of Australia’s fashion and textile industry.
screenaustralia.gov.au is the national agency supporting Australian screen content, including film, television, online and emerging platforms.
screenworks.com.au is a regional film and TV development organisation supporting creatives and crews in regional Australia.
mpeg.org.au is the official website of the Music Producers & Engineers’ Guild of Australia (MPEG), a national body representing Australian music producers and sound engineers.
assg.org.au is the Australian Screen Sound Guild, supporting professionals working in screen sound across film, TV, and multimedia.
apdg.org.au is the Australian Production Design Guild, promoting excellence in screen, stage, event, and exhibition design.
awg.com.au is the Australian Writers’ Guild, advocating for writers in screen, stage, radio, and interactive media across Australia.
afa.net.au is the Australian Festival Association, the peak body for festival organisers, promoting fair regulation, best practices, and sustainability across the industry.
agms.edu.au is the Australian Guild of Music, offering accredited music and creative arts education and qualifications.
Music & Arts Legal Ecosystem
Arts Law provides free or affordable legal guidance, educational resources, and advocacy to support Australian artists and arts organisations navigating legal and business-related matters.
LSDefine is a plain-English legal dictionary that offers clear, simplified definitions of complex legal terms—designed to help users understand legal jargon quickly and easily.
Orca for Music — A detailed mapping of the global music ecosystem, outlining key industry stakeholders and value flows.
Arts Law Sample Agreements – Ready-to-use legal templates for artists to protect their work across music, publishing, performance, and more.
Live Music Office Contracts & Agreements – Free contract templates and guidance tailored for live performance professionals and venues.
LawPath Artist Agreement – Customisable, downloadable artist agreement templates for legal protection across creative industries.
Musicians Australia Contracts – Contract resources, fact sheets, and templates designed to support professional musicians in Australia.
Arts Law “Musicians and Composers Useful Resources” – Handy guide listing legal resources, sample agreements, and collecting society info for music creators.
Artist Management Agency (Artist MA) – Offers artist representation, promotion, and strategic career-building services.