VMDO Good News Wrap Up #1
Published 3 April, 2020
As a way top bring a little joy during the COVID-19 crises, we’ve started a weekly wrap up of some of the good news stories and new innovations coming out of the music industry right now.
Articles:
The Music Network revealed the 50 finalists for the TMN 30 Under 30 Awards this week.
First Nations Talent Brought To The Front With Latest Live Streamed Series.
SoundCloud pledges $15m in support to help its creators.
Australia Council CEO explains new Resilience Grants.
6 Anti-Tips for Working from Home in COVID-19.
Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino donates $250k to Crew Nation fund
Singer Montaigne will get the chance to represent Australia at Eurovision in 2021.
JobKeeper payment for sole traders: what you need to know.
Nightclubs are turning to live-streaming to 'keep the party going' and ensure DJs are paid
Grants and opportunities:
Victoria’s Digital Creator Program - YouTube workshop (East Gippsland)
Victoria’s Digital Creator Program - Creator Accelerator
Experts in Residence - Bookkeeping, Business and Legal
Free online workshops - General Assembly Melbourne (ongoing)
APRA AMCOS - Mentorships for Women in Music
Creative Victoria - First Peoples Investment Program.
City of Melbourne - Quick Response Grants.
Resources:
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) resources for business - Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
COVID-19 Support - Indigenous Business Australia
The Treasury Economic Response to the Coronavirus - Australian Government
COVID-19 Stimulus and Support Measures - Comprehensive Guide
The Third $130 bn Stimulus Package: JobKeeper