ACCC continues exemption to APRA arrangements for music rights

11 September 2026WatchACCCMedia release

The ACCC re-authorised APRA's collective music licensing arrangements, which would otherwise raise competition law issues. Venues, broadcasters and businesses playing music continue to license through the existing collective model.

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It may be worth confirming music licensing arrangements remain appropriate for how the business actually uses music.

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