Jasmin Wing-Yin Leung, Thea Rossen and Jacques Emery are among the finalists showcasing the breadth and ambition of Australia’s artists.

Josten Myburgh, Marlene Cummins and screen composer Samuel Marks among those earning a $10,000 cash prize for career development.

Corrina Bonshek, Hilary Geddes, Tom Avgenicos and Marlene Cummins among this year's nominees for the $10,000 award.

Held annually, the PDAs provide support for emerging songwriters and composers and a cash take-home of $10,000.

Three new categories increases this year's number of finalists to 56, all in the running for a cash prize of $10,000.

This year’s APRA Professional Development Award winners include composer Connor D’Netto, and musical theatre writers Hugo Chiarella and Naomi Livingston.