Albanese government to launch new industrial relations negotiations but all but rules out bringing back bargaining fees for non-union members
could also be applied to music streaming.
He said after playing an Australian album on a streaming service “by the third or fourth song” it will suggest choices from North America. Burke said it had not been possible after seven months of consultation due to complexities like how to treat volunteers at festivals who are part-paid with tickets and accommodation, and the impact on smaller venues.
Burke said that musicians, who have often trained since the age of three or four, show “extraordinary” skill.
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