Nominate a Sound - Sounds of Australia 2025

Nominations are now open for Sounds of Australia 2025 – the NFSA’s annual audio time capsule. It’s your chance to help us honour the sounds that shaped our lives and culture.

Think songs, speeches, jingles, radio moments, viral audio, podcasts, nature sounds – if it’s Australian and over 10 years old, it’s eligible.

Nominations close 30 June.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

example@example.com

Country*

Postal / ZIP code*

Nominated sound recording*

Date of recording (2015 or older)

Must be at least 10 years old to be considered

Why is this sound significant?

Are there any relevant links or further information you would like to include about your nominated sound recording?

Include NFSA ID number where known

Please verify that you are human*

You may submit up to three nomination forms per year.

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