Splendour In The Grass

In January, Splendour In The Grass operators confirmed that the festival wouldn’t return in 2025.

Organisers said the event needs more time to “recharge” and will not return in 2025.

One of the biggest question marks in the music scene is the future and sustainability of music festivals.

If we want the live music sector to continue to grow, we need to reset from the ground up.

Is a government rescue of festivals the answer to reviving the music industry?

Interested organisations and individuals can make their voices heard by 30 April 2024.

"We need government at the table to help us through this period and assist in stabilising our industry to sustainable levels."

"I am deeply worried about the health of the festival scene here in NSW.”

This year’s headliners included exclusive performances from Kylie Minogue and Future, plus Arcade Fire.

“It’s like you have to sell out to break even. The low Australian dollar is making it more expensive to get international acts.”

We've looked at artists' touring schedules, new albums, and acts who are well overdue to perform at Splendour In The Grass ahead of the line-up dropping next week.

The latest Secret Sounds Connect survey shows most young adults are prioritising their personal enjoyment.