QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis. Photo: QMusic. Queensland’s peak music industry body is reducing staff and moving to a leaner operating model as its funding mix changes. Updated September 2026 QMusic, the organisation behind BIGSOUND and the Queensland Music Awards, is restructuring its operations and reducing staff as it adjusts to changes in arts funding. The
Sunshine Coast musician and Ampersand keys player Jarrod Tutbury says alcohol dominates the Australian music industry, and he has seen too many negative effects. In this investigative report, Jarrod explores how alcohol is impacting younger musicians. If you have any concerns about alcohol in your own life phone Lifeline (13 11 14) and/or the Alcohol