Owners of sound recording copyrights will see an increase in royalties coming from Australia, following a Copyright Tribunal ruling that increased the royalty rates paid by broadcasters by 38%.
Australia’s recorded music royalty rates for radio play to rise by 38% after tribunal ruling
Music Business Worldwide, 15 January 2026, Australia
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