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PUNTER OF THE YEAR

This award celebrates a dedicated supporter of the Sunshine Coast music industry — the punters who show up, cheer loud, and keep our scene alive.

Because music doesn’t happen without you, we’re thrilled to recognise those who go above and beyond to support local artists and venues.

Judges will consider attendance at both local and touring shows across the Coast, advocacy for the local scene and its allied industries, championing of local artists, and financial support through purchasing music and merchandise.

WE RECOMMEND VISITING OUR GUIDELINES PAGE BEFORE APPLICATION.

All applications will be checked for eligibility.

Nominations Close April 11 at 11.59pm

PUNTER OF THE YEAR

First name

Last name

Phone

Links to Social Media Account (eg. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)

Optional link to any other evidence you beleive will support your application

Link to two press shots of high quality that can be used for public release

Link to a current biography (150 words) that can be used by SCMIC for public release

List the live music events you have attended in the eligibility period

Provide evidence of your financial support of the Sunshine Coast music industry (eg. tickets, merchandise and music purchases, Spotify listenership data (200words max)

Please explain your advocacy of the local music scene and its allied industries, and how you champion local artists (200words max)

Thank you for being a part of the 2025 Sunshine Coast Music Awards