Member for Robertson Gordon Reid shed his customary shirt and tie on Thursday, November 20 – sporting a more casual look in support of Ausmusic T-shirt Day – an annual day of fun and awareness to celebrate Aussie music and raise urgently needed funds for music workers in crisis.
“Live music, especially local music, is marvellous and as a community we need to ensure musicians and music workers receive support during difficult times,” Reid said.
“The live music industry was particularly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic which saw concerts, festivals and live music performances either cancelled or heavily restricted.
“During this period, many musicians and music workers fell on difficult times and required support to get through.
“Initiatives like Ausmusic T-Shirt Day raise awareness and funds for musicians and music workers so that when these challenging periods occur, there is support ready to go.
“In 2022, Support Act, the organisation behind Ausmusic T-shirt Day, raised more than half a million dollars for music workers, through selling 2,500 t-shirts and hosting more than 700 fundraising events.
“I am sure in 2023, the community can come together again and beat last year’s success.
“This year I am supporting the Australian music duo, Flight Facilities.”
Music lovers can still support the initiative by buying Australian music merchandise, donating to the Support Act or hosting their own fundraiser.
To learn more, visit www.ausmusictshirtday.org.au