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The music industry is crying out for support

The music industry is crying out for support Source: AAP

Since July 1, 28,000 gigs have been cancelled nation-wide equating to a total loss of nearly $84 million in lost income.


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By Dom Vukovic

Presented by Allan Lee

Source: SBS



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Since July 1, 28,000 gigs have been cancelled nation-wide equating to a total loss of nearly $84 million in lost income.


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