Quick response grants for venues to undertake assessment reports, development applications, legal services, planning expenses and energy audits.
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Applications close 3 May 2027, 2:00 pm
Venues who demonstrate a commitment to increasing live music programming may apply for Sound NSW grants to support advice from consultants and experts to create fit-for-purpose venues.
Advice may include:
assessment reports to support infrastructure development (e.g. soundproofing, ventilation, accessibility)
development application and planning expenses
legal services and licensing consultants
energy efficiency audits.
This funding aims to:
build capability of dedicated live music venues to deliver world class audience and visitor experiences
increase the number of fit-for-purpose live music venues in NSW
increase sector knowledge and expertise in best practice sound management and sustainable live music programming
reduce sound impact on neighbours, leading to less complaints and increased business viability
increase diversity of live music offerings
increase accessibility and access within venues
improve venue energy and climate sustainability.
Find out more and apply via the website.
Advice and Planning grants will be offered three times, with applications closing:
Thursday 17 September 2026 – for activity starting after 19 October
Monday 23 November 2026 – for activity starting after 11 January 2027
Monday 3 May 2027 – for activity starting after 7 June.
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