VISIT VICTORIA

This is the bit where we talk up what makes everything in Victoria too good to miss. With its ancient, living First Nations culture, regions filled with untamed coastlines, rolling hills and valleys and wilderness filled with wildlife, rivers and waterfalls… plus, so, so much more. 

We’re talking tiny towns and bustling regional centres, loaded with galleries, spa retreats and world-class eateries. That’s a lot of very different bits within easy reach.

Which is what makes Victoria. Every bit different.

MUSIC VICTORIA

Contemporary Music Victoria Inc. (Music Victoria) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation and the state peak body for contemporary music. We represent musicians, venues, music businesses and professionals, and music lovers across the contemporary Victorian music community. Music Victoria provides advocacy on behalf of the music sector, actively supports the development of the Victorian music community, and celebrates and promotes Victorian music.

Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism

Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism are the region’s peak tourism body, coordinating tourism marketing, advocacy, industry development, support and management of the regional visitor economy.

MOYNE SHIRE COUNCIL

From the rolling green pastures that support the dairy industry to the stunning coastline beaten by waves for thousands of years, Moyne Shire is a diverse and exciting region.

Moyne is an area where you can feel at home in a spectacular natural landscape, with a strong community spirit and vibrant lifestyle to match.

Festival Pro

Festival Pro is an all-in-one event management platform built for festival and live event teams. We help organisers streamline everything from artist scheduling and accreditation to communications, planning and on-site delivery, all within one central system. Our goal is to remove the chaos behind the scenes so event teams can focus on what really matters: creating unforgettable experiences for artists, crew and audiences alike.

The Boîte

The Boîte is Victoria’s iconic multicultural music organisation, creating opportunities for culturally diverse music to contribute to a richer, more inclusive Australia. Founded in 1979, it supports artists from diverse communities, promoting cultural understanding through the dynamic presentation of unique musical experiences, and nurtures creativity, collaboration, access to and active participation in the arts.

Through our prolific program of festivals, events, radio programs and music releases we have presented and promoted hundreds of excellent musicians born in over 100 different countries at over 5,000 events before audiences exceeding 800,000 and just as diverse.

PBS

Community broadcaster PBS 106.7FM has been an integral player in Melbourne’s diverse music community since 1979. With more than 80 specialist music programs covering countless genres, PBS amplifies under-represented music and supports the local music community. You can find PBS on 106.7FM, digital radio, web-streaming, PBS on-demand, and via the PBS app for Android and iOS.

And find us on stage twice at 2026’s Port Fairy Folk Festival, presenting The Juke Joint live with Matt Frederick, and Down By the River live with Lauren Plant, both to be broadcast in the weeks following the festival!

guinness

It takes a thirst for adventure to do things the Guinness way. From our humble beginnings in 1759 to the present day, we’ve gone to extraordinary lengths to bring you exceptional beer. But we’re not ones to rest on our laurels. As we like to put it: our greatest work is yet to come.

Wannon Water

Wannon Water – here for you. 
Every day, Wannon Water supplies South West Victoria with sustainable water services, while leading communities towards a healthier, more prosperous future. It’s a commitment they’re proud to make to the region they call home. They’re your local, dependable experts.
As locals, Wannon Water is driven to shape our region for the better. It’s about delivering sustainable water services together with positive change for our region – and they’re proud to be leading the way.

Moshtix

Moshtix is proud to be an official partner of Port Fairy Folk Festival – because honestly, we love The Folkie as much as you do.

For more than 20 years, Moshtix has been helping fans discover their next great live experience. From grassroots gigs to iconic festivals, we’re all about connecting people with the moments, music and memories that stay with them long after the final song.

The Folkie holds a special place in Australia’s cultural heart, and we’re thrilled to help bring its vibrant community, extraordinary artists and unforgettable atmosphere to life for fans each year.

If you’re looking for your next great event adventure, you’re in the right place – discover it with Moshtix.

Coast to Country 

Operating and born out of Port Fairy and Hamilton we are a small family centred and operated building permit business, providing a private alternative to your building permit, inspection and consulting needs for residential, commercial and industrial builds around Victoria.

Carlton United Brewery

As one of Asia Pacific (APAC)’s leading beverage companies, we’re home to some of the most iconic brands in the industry. United by our love of drinks and a passion to make them better, every day.

De Bortoli Wines

De Bortoli Wines is a proudly Australian, family-owned wine business with a history that spans nearly a century. Founded in 1928 by Vittorio and Giuseppina De Bortoli, the company began as a small wine making venture in New South Wales and has grown into one of Australia’s most respected wine producers, while remaining firmly in family hands across four generations.

Port Fairy IGA

We are a licensed supermarket with our focus being on quality Fresh departments. We are extremely proud of our local involvement and the amazing sporting, community groups and charities that produce such fabulous events in our town!

Gleeson Real Estate

Gleeson Real Estate is a country real estate agency, known for delivering an experience of confidence, ease, and satisfaction to every client. Clients consistently feel understood, included, and supported throughout the buying or selling process.

The agency prides itself on being straightforward, reliable, and honest, with a mission to always put clients first. Gleeson Real Estate combines professional expertise with local knowledge to provide exceptional real estate services, taking the time to understand each client’s goals, and working diligently to achieve the best possible outcome.

You can find Gleeson Real Estate at 12 Bank Street, Port Fairy and 40 Caramut Road, Warrnambool.

The Victoria Hotel

Family friendly hotel in Port Fairy, locally owned and operated.

Deakin University

Experience progressive, real-world learning in a supportive and engaged regional community at our Warrnambool Campus.

Coles Coaches

Family-owned, local business for 50+ years, Coles Coaches transport people all over Australia, with offices and depots right across Western Victoria.
They run more than 35 school bus services in the region and also offer charter coaches and minibuses for hire – perfect for your next trip or event.

Clingan Guitars

Clingan Guitar Tone is a boutique guitar shop and custom workshop based in Brunswick East, Melbourne, specialising in vintage guitars, fine repairs, restorations, and tone-driven custom builds. Founded in 2012 by luthier and musician Jereme Clingan, the shop has built a reputation for thoughtful craftsmanship, honest advice, and a deep respect for instruments of all eras.
With a focus on playability, reliability, and musical feel, every guitar, amp, and piece of gear that passes through Clingan Guitar Tone is carefully inspected, serviced, and set up by professionally trained guitar and amp technicians. From vintage Fender and Gibson classics to Japanese gems, boutique pedals, hand-wound pickups, and fully custom instruments, the emphasis is always on tone, balance, and longevity rather than hype.

Alongside the retail and repair side, Clingan Guitar Tone also runs Clingan Amp Camp, a hands-on amp-building masterclass that brings players and builders together to learn, solder, and create fully functional hand-wired valve amplifiers from the ground up. Proudly independent and community-focused, Clingan Guitar Tone serves local musicians and collectors worldwide, offering trusted expertise, worldwide shipping, and instruments prepared to be played—not just admired.

Hire Australia

Hire Australia is your go-to crew in Warrnambool, Mount Gambier and beyond, making it easy to get the right gear for the job — without the fuss. From weekend DIY projects to full-scale worksites, they’ve got a solid range of quality equipment and a friendly team who actually know their stuff. Proudly local and big on good service, Hire Australia is all about practical advice, reliable gear, and helping you get in, get it done, and get on with your day. No jargon, no stress — just straightforward hire, done properly.

Lane Transport

Lane Transport Pty Ltd is your trusted transport service. Lane Transport aims at all times to maintain the upmost levels of service for our clients and strives to place itself at the forefront of freight service within the transport industry. We have large fleet of vehicles for every size & work load!

Maton 

For over 70 years, Maton Guitars has been dedicated to creating the highest quality, handcrafted guitars in Australia.

Port Fairy Physiotherapy

Experience, skill, compassion and enthusiasm makes us who we are. We are an established physiotherapy practice proud of maintaining up to date and wide ranging assessment, treatment and exercise prescription skills, to assist you with your needs. Our fully equipped gym can be used casually, with membership options available. We run multiple Reformer Pilates classes weekly, supervised by both Physiotherapists and trained Pilates instructors. Since 1988, Port Fairy Physiotherapy has worked to help the people of Port Fairy and surrounds, and those visiting, with whatever their needs may be.

Spire Business Services

Spire Business Services Pty Ltd are Xero Certified CPA Accountants and Business Advisors delivering excellence in Accounting, Taxation and Business Advisory services in South West Victoria and Melbourne.

The Stump

The Stump is Victoria’s oldest continuously licensed hotel and a family-owned Port Fairy icon. Sip cold drinks, dig into delicious meals, and enjoy live music every weekend! You can’t leave Port Fairy without stopping in at The Stump!