We’re Hiring + Musos Ramp Up Pressure on Gas Tax Export.
It’s a busy time for us here at Green Music Australia. In case you’ve missed it, musos across the country have joined the overwhelming calls for a new tax on gas exports. While this week’s federal budget fell short of delivering a proper gas tax, the support we’ve received from the music community has been incredible – and we will keep the pressure on.
In other news, if you’re passionate about music and creating real-world sustainability impact, we’re on the hunt for a new Sustainable Services Coordinator. Keep reading to learn more and apply below. Plus, you’ll find upcoming events, useful resources and good news stories from across the sector.
JOIN THE GMA TEAM
Green Music Australia is seeking a Sustainable Services Coordinator to work closely with our National Programs Manager. The role combines environmental data analysis, supplier engagement, certification support, on-the-ground work at events, and delivery of training and resources.
This is a hands-on, detail-focused role suited to someone who is curious, collaborative, and passionate about using data and relationships to drive tangible sustainability outcomes across music and the arts.
If this sounds like you and you’re based in Melbourne (Naarm/Wurundjeri Country) or Sydney (Warrang/Gadigal Country) – you can view the full job description and apply below.
🗓️ Applications close: 11:59pm AEST, 24 May 2026.
MUSOS PUT THE PRESSURE ON FOR A GAS TAX EXPORT
Calls for a new tax on gas exports have gained real momentum in recent months, triggered by the current fuel crisis and viral content from figures like Senator David Pocock. Climate campaigners have been fighting hard for years on this issue, putting pressure on our government to start prioritising the needs of the people over the interests of the fossil fuel industry.
We rallied over 150 of Australia's most prominent musicians from across all genres to throw their support behind a tax on gas. Missy Higgins, Jimmy Barnes, Ocean Alley, Barkaa, Angie McMahon, Jess Mauboy, Amyl & the Sniffers and King Gizzard – to name just a few – signed an open letter alongside First Nations allies, respected community leaders, over 20 ARIA Award winners, and some of Albo's favourite bands like Lime Cordiale, King Stingray and Ruby Fields.
We reached hundreds of thousands of Australians online and triggered media coverage nationwide – proof that when musicians organise to speak up in solidarity, people listen. Thanks to all the musos who got behind the campaign and who are continuing to speak up about the issues they feel strongly about.
This week's federal budget result is a mixed bag with some welcome reform on housing and tax, but a huge missed opportunity when it comes to making big polluters pay their fair share. But the public pressure coming from all sides means this issue won’t be going away. We'll keep playing our part until we see the change we need.
UPCOMING EVENTS
National Walk for Truth | 🗓️19 April–27 May | 📍Multiple
Led by former Yoorrook Justice Commissioner, Travis Lovett, the National Walk for Truth calls on the Federal Government to commit to a national truth-telling process developed in genuine partnership with First Nations peoples. The 800km walk began on Sunday 19 April in Naarm and concludes in Canberra on Wednesday 27 May, during National Reconciliation Week.
This powerful journey invites people from across the country to walk together toward truth, recognise the strength and resistance of Aboriginal people, and celebrate the world’s oldest continuing living culture. Events are taking place across the country, head to the event page here to join in. Looking for other ways to support? Visit the Walk For Truth website here.
Waddananggu Mala ‘5’ Year Celebration/Ceremony | 🗓️ 28–30 Aug | 📍Waddananggu
Mala (five) years ago, Wangan and Jagalingou Cultural Custodians set up a stone Bora ring around a sacred fire, birthing the historic Waddananggu ‘the talking’ Ceremony opposite Adani’s mine. For half a decade they have stood strong, kept Adani at bay, tended to Country and revived their homelands.
Wangan and Jagalingou Cultural Custodians invite everyone to join the celebration of five years of reoccupation at Waddananggu (central QLD) and learn about the power and significance of reoccupying land to protect Culture. Learn more and grab your tickets here.
MUSIC X CLIMATE NEWS
📺 Last month, we hosted a free webinar with Heidi Lenffer & Bea Jeavons from FEAT. on how to fund climate action using their Solar Slice mechanism. Oli Leimbach (Lime Cordiale) joined the conversation to share his firsthand experience of applying the Solar Slice across multiple tours. Watch it back here.
📗 Check out the free Responsible Merch Guide. A comprehensive guide covering materials, production, distribution, and marketing for responsible merch. Written for artists, labels, managers, and anyone in the music industry who wants to make better choices.
⚡️ WOMADelaide has announced that in 2026 all stages will be powered using 100% renewable energy – setting a new benchmark and becoming South Australia’s first festival to power the majority of its event with renewables. Read more here.
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