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The Publishing Administration Agreement is essential when rights holders seek professional management of their musical works without transferring ownership. This contract type is commonly used in New Zealand's music industry when songwriters, composers, or music publishers want to delegate the administrative aspects of their publishing rights while retaining ultimate control. The agreement operates under New Zealand law, particularly the Copyright Act 1994 and Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017, and typically covers rights exploitation, royalty collection, licensing management, and administrative services. It's particularly relevant in today's digital age where music usage spans multiple platforms and territories, requiring sophisticated rights management and administration.

1. Parties: Identifies and defines the rights holder/writer and the publishing administrator with their full legal details

2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement, including that the rights holder owns/controls certain musical works and wishes to appoint the administrator

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Musical Works', 'Publishing Rights', 'Territory', 'Term', etc.

4. Appointment and Grant of Rights: Specifies the appointment of the administrator and details the rights being granted

5. Term and Territory: Defines the duration of the agreement and the geographical areas covered

6. Administrator's Rights and Obligations: Details the services to be provided by the administrator, including collection, licensing, and promotion

7. Rights Holder's Obligations: Specifies the rights holder's responsibilities, including delivery of works and cooperation requirements

8. Fees and Commission: Sets out the administrator's commission rates and any other fees

9. Accounting and Payment: Details the frequency and method of royalty payments, statements, and auditing rights

10. Warranties and Representations: Contains promises made by both parties about their authority and the works

11. Retention of Rights: Clarifies which rights are retained by the rights holder

12. Termination: Specifies circumstances under which the agreement can be terminated and the consequences

13. Post-Termination Provisions: Addresses what happens after the agreement ends

14. General Provisions: Contains standard legal clauses including notices, assignment, governing law, etc.