Next Up Music Awards NUMAs

Celebrate Australia’s next music stars 🎶 Be part of the inaugural Next Up Music Awards (NUMAs), bringing young contemporary Australian music creators together with established artists and industry leaders for an unforgettable celebration. A night of music and discovery ✨ 13 awards and six live performances, hosted by Lead Youth Patron Ruby Rodgers, with artistic direction from Mahalia Barnes and DOBBY. We’ll also honour two outstanding educators through the Music Teacher of the Year Awards (Primary and Secondary) Get your glam on and hit the Yellow Brick Road! ✨ Plan your outfit, rally your family and friends, and celebrate your moment with a trip down the yellow brick road and chat along the way with host Poppy Reid 🎤 • 5pm: Yellow Brick Road • 5.30pm: Guest arrival • 6.30pm: Awards commence • 8.30–10pm: After party at Carriageworks Dress for the occasion ✨Awards Glam! All ages event no alcohol service. RSVP essential. Seating is limited. Help Australia’s Next Music Stars Flourish 🌟 An optional donation helps NUMAs create opportunities for young music makers through industry learning, connections and career pathways. Every contribution supports the next generation as they take their first steps into the music industry.