Question 1

In late 2025, Australia passed new legislation requiring major subscription video-on-demand services with over one million domestic subscribers to invest a certain percentage of their Australian spending or revenue into original Australian content. What are the two options for calculating this investment obligation?

Accepted Answer

10% of total programming expenditure or 7.5% of revenue

Question 2

The New Zealand music industry experienced notable growth in 2025, with streaming and album sales of local music outpacing the overall market. Which specific genre of New Zealand music saw significant growth in streaming and a tripling of album sales from the previous year?

Accepted Answer

Waiata reo Māori

Question 3

Australia's drama production expenditure reached a record A$2.7 billion in 2024/25. What was the primary driver behind this substantial increase, accounting for a A$678 million uplift?

Accepted Answer

Expanded international film and television production activity

Question 4

The Australian digital audio market, including podcasts, continued its growth in 2025. Which segment of audio advertising was explicitly cited as outpacing streaming audio in growth according to the IAB Australia Internet Advertising Revenue Report?

Accepted Answer

Original content podcast advertising

Question 5

The creative economy in Pacific Island nations is increasingly recognized for its potential to drive economic development. Beyond tourism, what is emerging as a key component of economic development in these nations, particularly with the penetration of digital technologies?

Accepted Answer

Local entrepreneurship and digital services

Question 6

Australia's live performance industry reported A$3.4 billion in total revenue in 2024. Which category contributed a record A$1.8 billion to this total, primarily driven by the post-COVID return of major international tours?

Accepted Answer

Contemporary Music

Question 7

The Australian gaming market is projected to grow, driven by several technological advancements. Which two key technologies are highlighted as enhancing gaming market dynamics by offering immersive and interactive engagement, alongside cloud-based gaming infrastructure?

Accepted Answer

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)

Oceania Entertainment Market Shifts: Streaming Quotas, Indigenous Music Surges & Production Billions (2025-2026)

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