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We help our best entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers turn their best ideas into commercial successes. We all share the benefits of this success — and that supports Queensland and Queenslanders to be the best we can be.

What we do

Grants and Programs

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  • Female Founders Co-Investment Fund

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Learn how the Female Founders Co-Investment Fund supports innovative women-led startups preparing for early-stage capital raise.

    • Funding
  • Ignite+

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Learn how Ignite+ supports Queensland’s high-growth potential innovation-driven enterprises to access tailored business support. We support innovators to commercialise ideas…

    • Funding
  • Australian Government Self-Employment Assistance Program

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Learn how to start your own business or grow your existing business with the Self-Employment Assistance Program.

    • Program
  • Private Sector Pathways Program

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Discover how the Private Sector Pathways Program can help create commercial opportunities for innovative Queensland businesses by co-funding corporate challenges.

    • Funding

Innovation stories

Upcoming events

  • Unlock the Secrets to Importing Success

    28 Sep – 29 Sep 2024 10am–4pm

    2b/11 Donkin Street West End QLD, West End QLD 4101

    Join ChinaDirect’s 2-Day Master Class to revolutionize your business with strategies for importing from China. Learn negotiation, quality control, and…

    • Lecture
  • ASTN-GSIC Pre-Accelerator Program Cohort #8

    1 Oct – 12 Dec 2024 12pm–12pm

    Online (virtual)

    The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN), in collaboration with the Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) powered by Microsoft, is proud…

    • Pre-accelerator
  • Artificial Intelligence in Project Management

    1 Oct 2024 5:30pm–6:30pm

    The Precinct
    (In the lift (opposite The Ripped Baker cafe) go to Level 2. Turn right out of the lift. ) 315 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4061

    This event starts on time (we are project managers, right?); snacks and drinks will be available, so arrive early to…

    • Information session
  • ASTN-GSIC Pre-Accelerator Program Cohort #8

    8 Oct – 19 Dec 2024 12pm–12pm

    Online (virtual)

    The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN), in collaboration with the Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) powered by Microsoft, is proud…

    • Pre-accelerator
  • FWD Workshop: Create a Market-Leading Business in Any Economy

    9 Oct 2024 7am–9am

    Vitality Village
    5 Discovery Ct, Birtinya QLD 4575

    Join us for a dynamic FWD workshop led by Alan Hegerty. Learn key strategies to grow your business, create a…

    • Breakfast
  • Establishing the Foundations for Start-up and Business Success

    9 Oct 2024 12pm–2pm

    The Precinct - Stair Stadium
    Level 2, 315 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4005

    Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Learn from the experts about how to set the…

    • Networking

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