The Australian Institute of Country Music (AICM) is a not-for-profit incorporated association comprising of representatives of the Gympie business, education and general community.

It was formed in 2001 and grew from an interest by local community members in value adding to the economic benefits brought to the region by the National Country Music Muster. Although the Muster is ackowledged as very successful and significant event in providing a national profile for Gympie as a centre for country music, its duration is brief.