Independent Chess Australia

Independent Chess Australia is a chess tournament organizer based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It operates as an independent organizing body led by experienced arbiters and event staff in the local chess scene. Moreover, it focuses on delivering well-run, competitive over-the-board events.

The organization runs FIDE-rated tournaments and ACF-rated events, primarily in classical chess, with additional formats such as rapid chess and blitz chess. In addition, it sponsors and helps deliver the Melbourne International Open, which is positioned as a flagship open chess tournament in Victoria. Furthermore, it also supports festival-style programming in partnership with local clubs, including the Melbourne Chess Club.