You may need a licence to use music in the following ways. Please contact us if you need assistance or clarification.
- Background Music
Covers the use of:
- Background Music System, including CD, tape player, radio, background music service and/or each zone/channel of a multi-channel device;
- Radio and/or TV sets used to show video/DVD, free to air and/or subscription TV;
- Audio Juke Box;
- Large Screen and/or Video Juke Box
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- Music on Hold
Covers the use of radio, tape, CD or pre-recorded messages and music via a telecommunication system to callers on hold. Annual fees vary according to the number of external telephone lines.
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- Live Performances
Covers performances at the premises by live-artist performers. Annual fees are calculated on 2% + GST of gross expenditure on live-artist performers plus 1.5% + GST of gross admission receipts where “door deals” occur.
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- Featured Recorded Music
Covers performances at the premises by means of featured recorded music selected or pre-programmed by DJs or a pre-programmed music service.
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Unless otherwise specified, all APRA|AMCOS licences are offered on an annual basis. Where appropriate, fees are subject to an automatic annual adjustment in accordance with the percentage rise in the consumer price index.
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