A proposal to add a ticket levy for live concerts in Sydney is drawing public debate about who should pay for the impact of major interstate and international tours on the local gig economy. Multiple outlets report the idea would collect additional revenue—estimated at around $3 million—to support Sydney’s struggling music sector. The proposal raises questions about whether the costs of large touring acts should be covered by concert-goers through higher ticket prices, or by corporations and other stakeholders that benefit from the live music market. Supporters argue that a dedicated funding stream could help sustain local venues, emerging artists, and industry participants facing increased competition and disruption from large-scale tours. Critics and commentators question the fairness and effectiveness of an extra charge on consumers, and whether the measure targets the right causes of economic pressure within the local music scene. Both reports highlight that the proposal is still at an early stage and that the discussion is focused on the policy design and the distribution of financial responsibility.