Australian Music Venue Foundation

A foundation launched to advocate for and potentially administer an arena ticket levy to support grassroots live music venues in Australia.

CCI Score

72.92

-0.02% April 18

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Australian Music Venue Foundation Advocates for Community-Driven Live Music Support

The Australian Music Venue Foundation has launched an initiative to implement an arena ticket levy aimed at financially supporting grassroots live music venues. Drawing inspiration from the UK model, the foundation’s proposal emphasizes community ownership and ethical redistribution of funds, which is viewed positively from a perspective that challenges profit-driven models and promotes cultural sustainability.

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Australian Music Venue Foundation is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

MAR

24

2025

Australian Music Venue Foundation Advocates for Community-Driven Live Music Support
65.00

The Australian Music Venue Foundation has launched an initiative to implement an arena ticket levy aimed at financially supporting grassroots live music venues. Drawing inspiration from the UK model, the foundation’s proposal emphasizes community ownership and ethical redistribution of funds, which is viewed positively from a perspective that challenges profit-driven models and promotes cultural sustainability.
MAR

20

2025

Launch of Australian Music Venue Foundation
75.00

A new foundation has been launched by grassroots live music industry stakeholders to advocate for enhanced representation, ethical practices, and structural reforms in Australia's live music scene.
MAR

14

2025

Establishment of AMVF to Support Grassroots Music Venues
74.72

The Australian Music Venue Foundation (AMVF) has been launched as a new peak body to protect and advocate for grassroots live music venues in Australia. The organization supports reforms such as a ticket levy, dynamic pricing limitations, and tax reforms to secure funding for vulnerable venues, reflecting a proactive stance in fostering community and cultural resilience.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

AMVF exhibits strong public and political behavior by actively engaging in advocacy for policy reforms. Its initiatives, such as proposing a ticket levy to funnel more resources towards grassroots music venues, demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding community culture and resisting policies that favor large corporate interests over local, democratic expressions.

New Peak Body AMVF Established to Protect Grassroots Music Venues — The Note
+70

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 24

By advocating for fair business practices and reforms, such as limiting dynamic pricing and supporting a ticket levy redistribution, AMVF underscores its commitment to ethical responsibility. This approach helps ensure that revenue is used to support local cultural institutions rather than being captured by larger corporate interests, aligning with anti-authoritarian and progressive economic practices.

New Peak Body AMVF Established to Protect Grassroots Music Venues — The Note
MAR

13

2025

Australian Music Venue Foundation Launch
76.95

The newly launched Australian Music Venue Foundation aims to advocate for grassroots music venues in Australia by ensuring better representation in discussions with government and industry stakeholders. Its approach reflects a commitment to democratic values and community support, counteracting centralized power structures that may enable authoritarianism.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

The foundation demonstrates strong public and political engagement by emerging as a representative body for grassroots music venues, ensuring that these community stakeholders have a direct voice in policy discussions. This proactive approach bolsters democratic practices and resists centralized authoritarian influence.

Australian Music Venue Foundation Launches - ALMBC
+75

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 24

As a non-profit initiative dedicated to improving the economic and operational sustainability of grassroots music venues, the foundation exhibits sound business practices and ethical responsibility. Its focus on community investment and fair industry representation aligns with principles that counteract exploitative practices and support social welfare.

Australian Music Venue Foundation Launches - ALMBC