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“I’m a MEAA member because I’m a journalist and the alliance advocates for journalists. It’s not just about pay rates, it’s about independence, representation and freedom of speech. The content we create – we own that – and we’re entitled to be rewarded for it." meaa.io/PayUp #PayUp

Have you submitted your Walkley entry yet? With only two weeks to go until entries close, now is the time to put your best work forward for the 71st Walkley Awards. Apply now meaa.io/4q5mkJq #Walkleys

MEAA, CPSU and ETU members at Arts Centre Melbourne have voted overwhelmingly to endorse protected industrial action, starting next week, with over 95% of voters saying YES to industrial action. #StrongerTogether

Australia's live performance industry is in crisis. Production cancellations are leaving performers, musicians, crew, technicians and creative workers without work, and audiences and communities across Australia are also losing out. Sign the letter to government: meaa.io/SaveLivePerf...

MEAA extends its thanks to outgoing ACTU Secretary Sally McManus and President Michele O'Neil. Their leadership has helped secure rights and conditions for Australian workers, and their unwavering support for creative and media workers ensures MEAA members' voices are heard.

MEAA member, Nicole da Silva - stage, film and television actor - shares why it's so important for original creators to be protected from the threat of AI stealing their work without compensation. Join Nicole in supporting our Pay Up campaign: meaa.io/4vK9aCx #PayUp #StrongerTogether

We're calling for urgent, coordinated federal government intervention, in the form of tax concessions for production companies, increased government funding and “cultural passes” to increase audience access to arts and culture in Australia. Read more: meaa.io/4gU9U4y

Musical theatre is in crisis, and not just in Australia – but the success of this small gem offers hopeCancellations for major productions including Beetlejuice and Waitress have cast a pall over the industry. Yet it’s not all doom and gloomwww.theguardian.com

We need stronger protections for original creators that give them control over how their work, identity and reputation are used - and they should be paid for it. Read more: meaa.io/3TdjjKB #PayUp #StrongerTogether

Artists need copyright plus in the age of AICopyright law has long served owners and technology companies more effectively than creators. AI licensing now makes the case for stronger protection for artists.meaa.io

MEAA stands with performance venue Divine Playhouse, Heaps Gay Events and the workers impacted by the venue's closure. For nearly a century, this building has been a cultural and performance space, available to presenters and artists - particularly those from diverse communities.

Have you signed our open letter calling on government to do more to save live performance? Join the 5,000+ signatures calling for urgent action as the live performance crisis in Australia deepens. Read more: www.artshub.com.au

'Breaking point': MEAA demands urgent action as live performance crisis deepensAs more major musicals are cancelled, the entertainment and arts union is urging governments to back industry reform before more jobs are lost.www.artshub.com.au

Congratulations to SBS journalist Kerrin Thomas, winner of the Feature, Documentary or Current Affairs award at the 2026 Tas Media Awards. Kerrin's SBS World News feature on the restoration and history of Wybalenna was praised by judges for its sensitivity, compassion and high-quality storytelling.

MEAA stands with Nine Publishing members affected by today’s announcement that 30 editorial roles will be cut across The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, Brisbane Times and WAToday. Read more: meaa.io/4frrhXV

Since 1 July 2026, superannuation must be paid at the same time as wages, salaries or fees are paid. For many musicians and other creative workers, this means super will be paid directly into your nominated super fund rather than being included in your payment. meaa.io/4fqlUZa

Watch this NIDA interview with Fiona Donovan about her training, career and what inspires her. Donovan is a designer that has worked across Australia on outstanding Australian productions including the Correspondent with Richard Roxburgh.

Production Designer Fiona DonovanDesigner Fiona Donovan has worked across outstanding Australian productions including, 'The Twelve', 'Population: 11' and recently 'The Correspondent' starring fellow alum, Richard Roxburgh. Now the…meaa.io

Read the letter sent by MEAA to Tasmanian Premier, Jeremy Rockliff, and Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix Ellis, seeking an apology from Minister Ellis for a social media post where Ellis targeted a journalist for asking a question he didn’t like. meaa.io/4w7b553

MEAA welcomes the Prime Minister's commitment to ensuring creative and media workers have ownership and control of their work in the age of AI, and are able to share in the value it creates. Read more: meaa.io/4vriKKF #PayUp #NationalCulturalPolicy #StrongerTogether

ABC is rolling out new AI tools to staff and trialling the use of AI to help write digital news articles based on radio bulletins. ABC management needs to work closely with MEAA members on its rollout to ensure AI doesn't compromise job security and audience trust. meaa.io/4fBvae4

Experts and union warn about ABC's AI useExperts and the journalists’ union have welcomed the ABC’s plans to use artificial intelligence responsibly, but warned misuse could damage trust in the public broadcaster.www.abc.net.au

Australia’s Live Performance Industry in Crisis and we are calling for action. The the next National Cultural Policy must deliver a sustainable future for workers in the industry – as well as improved access for audiences. Read more: meaa.io/3Rigya2 #SaveLivePerformance

Vale Sam Neill, legendary actor whose unrivalled talent was only matched by his humility. Neil was a MEAA member for almost half a century and awarded the Equity NZ Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019. Our condolences to his friends and family. meaa.io/4fcYm9V

Breaking: Actor Sam Neill dies aged 78New Zealand actor Sam Neill, who starred in My Brilliant Career and Jurassic Park, has died aged 78.www.abc.net.au

Emergency Live Performance Town Hall Meeting – online 3PM AEST this Monday 13 July All live theatre creative workers are invited to join us as we seek endorsement of a Live Performance Action Plan to address an industry in crisis. meaa.io/4gpPSyu