By David Olsen · 9 February 2010 · Legal
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is making a move that could change the way songwriters get paid. But what does it mean for Australia's music scene?
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) invites comment on a proposal to require the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) to streamline processes for composers dealing directly with music users. APRA currently collects royalties for songwriters for the public performance of music and most composers in Australia assign their rights to APRA to issue licences […]
Tags: Accc, APRA, Competition, Music, Trade Practices Act