Australian promoters call for Government insurance scheme to get music festivals going during coronavirus

After a swathe of cancelled music festivals, major promoters are pledging to get Australian punters back partying in 2021.

But even if social gathering rules permit, there is a hidden sticking point that could stop the fun: insurance.

“It’s a huge risk,” Bluesfest director Peter Noble said.

Mr Noble’s iconic Byron Bay music festival was just weeks away from hosting the likes of Patti Smith onstage when COVID-19 social distancing measures…