Official Information Request - Music Licenses

Sent: Friday, 21 April 2023 3:06 pm
Subject: MusicLicensesLGOIMA

I refer to your LGOIMA request of 20 April 2023 regarding music licences held by Rotorua Lakes Council, and respond below as per your request:

• Does your organisation hold a music license for its various offices and buildings?
  Yes – Annual Blanket Licence for population 25,000 – 99,999
• Does your organisation require multiple music licenses for different buildings?
  No
• How much does your organisation pay for each of its music licenses?
  2022/23 year - $9,628.56 excluding GST
• Who provides your music license(s)?
  OneMusic Apra New Zealand Ltd
• Why do you have the licenses?
  The licence provides the ability for music to be placed while callers are on hold, and by way of background music in public areas within Council premises.