2025 Festival Partners

Tourism & Events Queensland

Australia Government

Queensland Government

Townsville City Council

James Cook University

James Cook University (JCU) values how excellence and creativity play vital roles in making local communities vibrant and flourishing. The Australian Festival of Chamber Music (AFCM) promotes the rich and unique cultural environment of North Queensland through presenting internationally acclaimed classical musicians to audiences from Townsville, around Australia, and overseas. With the former Vice Chancellor of JCU, Professor Ray Golding, as an integral part of the Festival’s inception in 1991, JCU is proud to be a sponsor of the AFCM and to be celebrating its 30th year of showcasing creativity and innovation in chamber music.

Kawai Australia & New Zealand

Ian Potter Foundation - Supporting AFCM Pathways

The Ian Potter Foundation was established in 1964 by Australian financier, businessman and philanthropist, Sir Ian Potter (1902 – 1994).  The Foundation is now one of Australia’s major philanthropic foundations Based in Melbourne, the Foundation makes grants nationally to support charitable organisations working to benefit the community across a wide range of sectors and endeavours.  

Metal Manufacturers

Haymans and MM Electrical are a part of the MMPL Group, the leading Electrical Wholesaler to the trade in Australia and our Customers rely on us for electrical, communications and data, solar, lighting and associated electrical component products to keep their homes and business energised and connected. Once again MMPL are proud to support the Australian Festival of Chamber music in Townsville and surrounds

SeaLink

Festival Sponsor SeaLink operate 18 daily services to Magnetic Island and will have you in paradise in only 20 minutes on one of their high speed catamarans. Magnetic Island's relaxed tropical lifestyle, quiet, secluded beaches, rugged nature, abundant wildlife and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef make it a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Whether it's a short public holiday break, weekend adventure or something longer, if you're looking for a variety of activities you'll be spoilt for choice.

Ergon Energy Network

We supply electricity to 761,000 customers across an operating area of over one million square kilometres – around 97% of Queensland – from the coastal and rural population centres to the remote communities of outback Queensland and the Torres Strait. Ergon Energy Network is part of Energy Queensland Limited. Our electricity network consists of 143,000km of overhead powerlines, 9,000km of underground power cables, and 1 million power poles. We own and operate 33 stand-alone power stations that provide supply to isolated communities not connected to the main electricity grid. And we own and operate a gas-fired power station in Barcaldine. We are all about safely delivering secure, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions with our communities and customers.  

Pimlico State high School

Rydges Southbank

Sitting in the heart of Townsville on Palmer Street, Rydges Southbank Townsville offers business and leisure travellers alike a premium location in the Central Business District close to shopping, dining and entertainment. Our boutique Townsville accommodation is the gate to Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef and offers unparalleled views of Townsville City, Castle Hill and Ross River Marina.

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables

Wilmar Sugar supports our regional AFCM Outreach Program, including performances in the Burdekin and Ingham. The AFCM Fellowship Ensemble along with Masterclasses Director Lloyd van't Hoff, will participate in musical workshops and concerts in the region prior to and throughout the Festival thanks to the generous support received from Wilmar Sugar.

XRX

XRX is proud to continue partnering with the AFCM in 2022. We are locally owned and operated with 40 years of experience helping businesses across our region.   XRX has a longstanding relationship with the AFCM as their print provider and we have recently become their telephony and NBN provider. Our expertise in business technologies enables us to tailor solutions across all aspects of Print, Voice, and IT.  We consistently health check your systems to mitigate equipment downtime and provide reliable communications for your business. Our dedicated support team is the largest in the region and consistently achieves national top 10 status for the speed at which our expert technicians resolve issues.    XRX removes the complexity of owning and managing business technology systems. Contact us for expert advice regarding production equipment (Printers, Scanners, Copiers, Wide Format, 3D), our telephony and communications (Cloud Solution, PBX, VOIP, NBN) or IT (ADITS).

Through the Looking Glass

Through The Looking Glass Studio is a visionary enterprise specialising in commercial photography, videography and drone services. With a team of highly skilled professionals, they bring expertise and innovation to every project. Their mastery lies in capturing the essence of products, brands, and businesses, translating them into captivating visual stories that resonate with audiences. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and an eye for detail, ThroughThe Looking Glass Studio consistently delivers exceptional results, exceeding client expectations. From captivating product shots to compelling marketing campaigns, they understand the importance of creating impactful visuals that drive success. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for their craft, Through TheLooking Glass Studio is the trusted partner for businesses seeking to elevate their visual

wilson/ryan/grose

Integrity. Professional. Compassionate. Clear thinking. Committed to community. wilson/ryan/grose has over 125 proud years of leadership in law.  Carrying on the legacy of our forebearers as trusted advisors to Queenslanders is an honour in which we take great pride.   We utilise our experience, expertise and well-established networks to offer a complete legal service. Our commitment to the people and communities of regional Queensland is unwavering.  As people who live, work and raise families in regional Queensland, we have the lived experience to offer specialised advice relevant to regional Queenslanders.  We are in a unique position to identify and understand the challenges and opportunities faced by our clients and pride ourselves on our role as trusted advisors. wilson/ryan/grose has been serving and supporting the business and community of regional Queensland for over 125 years and are proud supporters of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music.

OracleStudio

Townsville Grammar School

Townsville Grammar School is the north’s leading academic School with a widely renowned Music & Performing Arts Program including more than 20 vocal and instrumental ensembles from Junior School through to Senior. As the only co-educational, non-denominational independent school in the city, Townsville Grammar School offers Pre-Prep to Year 12 (day and boarding) across three campuses.

Detours Coaches

Triple M

Townsville Bulletin

The Townsville Bulletin has been proud supporters of the AFCM since it's inception 30 years ago.

Channel 7 Townsville

POA

The Guardian

Launched in May 2013, Guardian Australia is a free premium digital news site in Australia. Guardian Australia is a trusted source of quality Australian news, with a particular focus on politics, the environment and social inequality. Guardian Australia offers national news coverage and has four bureaus, located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. Guardian Australia is also part of the Guardian’s 24-hour global news operation, helping to cover breaking international stories in all parts of the world.

Big Eye Theatre

Dancenorth Australia

Musica Viva Australia

Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Great Barrier Reef Orchestra

Perc Tucker Gallery

Atticus Design

Atticus Design is a Melbourne based graphic design studio focusing on brand identity, digital and print design. We create thoughtful, engaging and honest design that connects us to each other, and the world we live in.

TheatreiNQ

Wulgurukaba Walkabouts