SPONSORS

VIELEN, VIELEN DANK...
...to each organisation, individual, institution and business for the generous support you provide to enable us to grow Brisbane German Week every year! We thank all our past and upcoming sponsors, partners and volunteers – without your support this “week” of events would simply NOT be possible! To join our list of partners for 2025, please email us.
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Government Partners
German Embassy Australia Canberra
The Head of Mission in Australia, with the office located in Canberra, is also the accredited German Ambassador to Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
Brisbane City Council
Brisbane City Council is the largest local government in Australia and is dedicated to a better Brisbane sharing its long-term vision for the future and is supporting local events that share this vision. Around 5000 Germans live in the inner district of Brisbane City Council.
German Consulate-General Sydney
The Consulate-General of Germany is in charge of legal and consular affairs for all Australian states and territories (except ACT) and the Islands of PNG, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Nauru. Jurisdiction: NSW & QLD.
Department of Education International (DEi)
The Department of Education International (DEi) provides education programs, services and experiences for students and teachers in Queensland and overseas.
German Honorary Consul Brisbane
The appointment as an honorary consul is based on a formal agreement between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Australian Government, as outlined in the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations (VCCR).
Trade and Investment Queensland
TIQ is the Queensland Government’s dedicated global business agency, helping Queensland exporters take their products to world markets, and promoting Queensland as the perfect place for investment.
Media Partners
Palace Cinemas
Palace Cinemas provide an immersive experience into a rich diversity of emotions, cultures, and destinations. A carefully curated program of high-quality new release and independent films sit alongside our trademark collection of international film festivals, providing the best of contemporary and classic cinema from Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Britain, Latin America and Scandinavia.
German Film Festival
The German Film Festival presented by Palace, in association with German Films, showcases the best contemporary German cinema. Brisbane dates: 7 - 28 May 2025.
SBS Australia
SBS GERMAN ndependent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and German-speaking Australians. Nachrichten und Geschichten aus unserer deutschsprachigen Community in Australien, in deutscher Sprache
Venue Partners
The Precinct - Advance Queensland
The Precinct is Queensland’s leading startup hub, based in Fortitude Valley.
It brings together the innovators who are creating our future businesses and the researchers, funders and industry leaders who can collaborate to make it happen. The Precinct runs purpose-built startup programs to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey.
Brisbane German Club
The Brisbane German Club has been entertaining the people of Brisbane with the finest traditional German food, beverages and culture since 1883.
Gadens Law
Gadens is a leading Australian law firm with 97 partners and 880 staff across offices located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. With our history dating back to 1847, our vision is to be a preeminent, independent firm renowned for providing outstanding client service, innovative solutions and value.
Mobility Partners
Europcar Mobility Group operates in over 140 countries, offering mobility solutions for businesses and consumers. Europcar has national footprints in Australia and New Zealand, covering airports, cities, suburbs and regional areas, with an extensive range of passenger, prestige and commercial vehicles. To save on your next rental thanks to Europcar - click here.
The Lufthansa Group is an aviation group with over 100 thousand employees worldwide. It is composed of the segments Network Airlines, Eurowings and Aviation Services. It plays a leading role in its European home market. The Passenger Airlines business segment includes the network airlines Lufthansa Airlines, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and ITA Airways.
Festival Partners
Queensland Magnesia
Queensland Magnesia is Queenslands larest exporter and a long term supporter that values community engagement and cultural diversity as leading producer of premium-quality magnesia products with a strong focus on sustainability.
Solving productivity problems and building better operating models. KOM Consulting is a proud Queensland-based business that works with clients of all sizes to streamline operations, simplify internal structures, and explore revenue generation opportunities. We deliver measurable success – connect with us
Queensland University of Technology
QUT is a public research university located in the urban coastal city of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. QUT is located on two campuses in the Brisbane area - Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove.
Griffith University
Founded in 1971, Griffith University was opened in 1975, introducing Australia’s first degrees in environmental science and Asian Studies. Griffith ranks in the top five percent of universities globally with 50000 students spanning six campuses in South East Queensland.
The University of Queensland
Queensland's oldest university opened its doors in 1911. Ranked in the world’s top 50, The University of Queensland is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions.
University of Southern Queensland
UniSQ is a recognised leader in online and blended education, are renowned for our supportive environment and student-focused commitment to learning and teaching. Study wherever and whenever it suits you. Over 110 degrees. Full-time or part-time. Study online or on-campus.
Clandestine Design Group
A Brisbane based, globally focused industrial design and innovation consultancy, taking care of Design, Research, Strategy, Prototyping and Manufacturing. We don’t just think outside the box, we work outside the box too. We are innately creative in our problem solving; using the latest tools, technologies, and processes available to deliver commercially focused next generation products, services & experiences to market.
Kuhn Corp Print & Packaging
We are a local, family owned eco conscious print and packaging company specialising in environmentally friendly inks and packaging made from recyclable materials. Our sustainable practices: Environmentally friendly inks, solar powered fuelled print machines & factory, recycling plates & aluminium, recycling contaminated rags, recycling all paper and cardboard, growing our 100% Recycled Plastic packaging range. kuhncorp.com.au
Smile IT | Enviro Connect
Smile IT is a Brisbane-based managed IT services provider delivering technology solutions to businesses of all sizes. We’ll keep your organisation secure and connected, boosting efficiency and taking away your technology headaches! From cybersecurity and cloud services to remote site communications and industrial innovation as well as IT consulting, your business is in safe hands with Smile IT. smileit.com.au
Astrid Wehling Graphic Design
Astrid Wehling Graphic Design is a small, independent design studio, based in Sydney, Dharawal Country. Small and agile on purpose, this means lower overheads, direct contact and therefore more productive time between designer and client. Founded in 2004, we help businesses of all sizes communicate their brand, products and services to their audiences. astridwehling.com.au
BRITA Water Filter Systems
For over 50 years, BRITA has led water filtration innovation; from pioneering the household BRITA Jug to delivering advanced solutions. Our Commercial-Grade Dispensers goes beyond hydration to deliver a complete, premium water solution for your business that is engineered for performance, tailored for your space, and designed to impress at every pour. brita.com.au
Brokat Studio
Brokat Studio is a full-service creative agency based on Brisbane’s North Side. We are a team of passionate creatives, strategists, designers, and developers. Working together, we create effective solutions for our clients that will drive growth.
Brokat is offering end-to-end marketing and hand-crafted collateral guided by your vision. brokat.studio
Product Sponsors
Henkel Australia & NZ
Henkel is building on a strong legacy of 150 years through innovative and sustainable brands and technologies. Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners, adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. In AUS & NZ we operate within all of Henkel’s strategic business areas: Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Henkel Consumer Brands. This year we’re showcasing Schwarzkopf, Bref and Loctite.
Beyreuther Brauhaus
The Bayreuther Hell is a typical Bavarian Helles. A light, fresh, easy-drinking beer that has always been one of the most popular types of beer in Bavaria. Since we have always been happy to accept challenges, Bayreuther Hell is our brewers’ favorite. It is available in selected bottle shops across Australia and online.
Weicon Australia
Operating internationally, our family business has been producing special products for the industrial sector since 1947. We keep the world’s industries running with our adhesives and sealants, technical sprays, high-performance assembly pastes and greases under the brand name WEICON TOOLS.
Brisbane Karneval
It’s a centuries old European dress up thing! Brisbane Karneval is Australia’s biggest German dress up party with special guests, performers, raffle prizes, best dressed awards and Brisbane’s best German cuisine and beers. Think Carnival in Rio with some authentic German Vibes.
DerDieDas -
German Classes Brisbane
At DerDieDas - German Classes Brisbane, we believe language is the key to culture, connection and community. As a teacher-owned language school, we offer engaging and practical German courses for adults of all levels. Our focus is on community - through small group courses, social classes at the German Club and monthly social events that bring learners together. We're proud to support Brisbane German Week and celebrate the German language and culture in Queensland.
Partner Organisations
Goethe-Institut Australien
The Goethe-Institut promotes intercultural cooperation between Australia and Germany with German courses and cultural events. goethe.de/ins/au
German Academic Exchange Service
DAAD Australia has a long tradition of uniting people and academia with their scholarships. It is one of the most important funding organisations in the world for international exchange of students and researchers.
German Australian Community Centre Qld
GACCQ is passionate about promoting German culture, traditions and language in Queensland. We support initiatives and projects of the German Consulate in Brisbane and are dedicated to fostering cross-cultural and multicultural cooperation and relationships.
Australia-Germany Research Network
The Australia-Germany Research Network strengthens existing research connections and provides a platform for developing new relationships. It is managed by the German Embassy in Australia and Australian Embassy Berlin.
Study Queensland
Study Queensland is the State Government organisation dedicated to promoting Qld as a premier study destination and a preferred partner for education, training, research and innovation.
Queensland Youth Orchestras
QYO is a world class youth orchestra organisation based in Brisbane. 7 orchestras and ensembles with 500 musicians aged from 8 to 24 perform over 50 concerts each year. QYO Director of Music, Simon Hewett, worked for many years in Germany, as Principal Conductor of the Stuttgart Opera, and Principal Conductor of the Hamburg Ballet.
German-Australian Business Women Alliance
Founded in 2015, GABWA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to connecting German and German-speaking professional women across Australia. With active chapters in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Hobart, and Newcastle, our network is supported by a passionate team of 13 Ambassadors, specialising in speed mentoring and hands-on advice. gabwa.com.au
German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce
Supporting German companies in Australia since 1977, helping them enter the market, expand and find partners in Australia. With 300+ members, we offer an excellent network of potential business partners to actively strengthen German-Australian business relations. Our team stays in close contact with government reps in Germany and Australia and informs members about industry and regulatory changes. With offices in 150+ locations in 93 countries, AHK Australia is an excellent point of contact to support your business success in Australia.
Innovative German Australian Business Alliance
iGABA – the innovative German-Australian Business Alliance creates business links between Australia and Germany. We are Queensland’s largest independent network of German professionals and the official State Partner to the AHK. igaba.org.au
Fashion Talents Xchange
FAT.X is a pioneering platform dedicated to elevating the next generation of Australian fashion designers by providing them with international exposure and career-defining opportunities. FAT.X is dedicated to discovering and elevating emerging fashion designers through national competitions, global partnerships, and high-impact international showcases. fatx.com.au
Neo.Fashion.
Neo.Fashion. is Germany’s leading platform for emerging fashion talent, offering a stage for fashion graduates, young designers, and aspiring labels to showcase their creativity and connect with the industry. At the heart of Neo.Fashion. lies a strong commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and sustainable practices. It brings together over 10 German fashion universities. neofashion.de
German Youth Choir
Empowering young voices from all Brisbane communities to connect, learn, and inspire through German choral music. Explore the world of music with the German Youth Choir Brisbane under the guidance of classical opera singer and professional conductor Beatrice Klepper, free. gycbrisbane.com.au
VIELEN DANK to each individual, institution and business that partnered with us this year. The generous support received so far enabled us to continue with Brisbane German Week and allowed us to ensure we could maintain the momentum and continue to build awareness and grow our networks.
We thank all our sponsors, partners and volunteers from the bottom of our heart. Without your support this “week” of events would simply not have been possible.

To join our list of partners please email us.