Overview
OneMusic is the joint APRA AMCOS and PPCA music licensing scheme for businesses operating in Australia. It provides blanket music licensing for recorded and live music performance in venues. From a cost optimisation perspective, OneMusic’s fee structure differs significantly between late-night venues and restaurant/cafe operations—a potential saving under the theatre restaurant business model.
Key Facts
- Type: Music licensing body (joint scheme: APRA AMCOS + PPCA)
- Covers: Recorded music, background music, live music performance licensing
- Pricing: Tiered by venue classification and trading hours
- Relevance to Pride: Potential cost saving under theatre restaurant classification
Business Model Classification Impact
Music licensing costs depend on venue classification:
Late-night venue model (current):
- Higher fee bands due to extended trading hours
- Calculated on bar capacity and turnover assumptions
- Penalties for high-risk patron conduct
Theatre restaurant model (under evaluation):
- Different fee structure, typically lower
- Based on seated capacity rather than bar-style trading
- May attract educational/cultural venue discounts
Strategic Relevance
Under Kitchen Opening Decision and theatre restaurant reclassification, OneMusic licensing costs could be materially reduced, potentially saving $2,000–5,000 annually depending on final classification.
Compliance Context
OneMusic licensing is mandatory for:
- Playing any recorded music in the venue
- Hosting live music performances
- Background music systems
- DJ sets and events
Non-compliance carries significant penalties; licensing must be maintained regardless of business model.
Related Pages
- Licence Reclassification — Venue classification strategy
- Kitchen Opening Decision — Theatre restaurant model planning
- Cost Reduction Strategy — Financial improvement initiatives