Australian quantum computing to get $18.5 million grant boost
Minister for Science and Industry, Ed Husic, has announced an $18.5 million grant program to bolster quantum computing in Australia.
“Completely useless”: Boosting Female Founders program continues to hold back startups
According to sources round three of Boosting Female Founders may be delayed until the new year. Meanwhile it has been causing problems for women-led startups.
Nourish Ingredients launches Tastilux, an animal-free fat for plant-based meats
Australian startup Nourish Ingredients has launched its first animal-free fat for plant-based meat. And they even gave us a taste test.
eBay announces $200,000 grant for circular fashion startups
eBay and the Australian Fashion Council have partnered for a $200,000 grant program for tech startups focused on circular fashion solutions.
$14.6 million Startup Year loan scheme now open to student entrepreneurs
The HELP-funded Startup Year program has opened expressions interests for prospective student entrepreneurs.
LaunchVic reveals $1 million Hugh Victor McKay fund for agtech startups
LaunchVic and Agriculture Victoria have partnered to launch the Hugh Victor McKay fund, aimed at investing in early stage agtech startups.
Former worker sues CBA-backed startup over 60-hour work week
CBA is being sued by a former employee of Unloan, owned by its VC arm x15ventures, for 60-hour work weeks and having to be across multiple roles.
SafetyCulture raises $34 million while planning a $500 million VC share sale
SafetyCulture has raised $34 million in funds while also planning a $500 million share sale from investors in 2024.
Running Wild: Michael Batko’s Startup Striders now has 500 runners across eight cities
In January Startmate's Michael Batko started a small running group called Startup Striders. Eight months later there are now over 500 runners who come together to exercise and have incredible conversations.
HAL Systems raises $850,000 for AI climate control combining energy savings with comfort
Climate tech startup, HAL Systems, has developed a climate control system that monitors HVAC costs and weather in real time to make decisions.
Global Sisters receives $736,000 from Google.org to help women with disabilities start businesses
Not-for-profit, Global Sisters, has received $736,000 from Google's charity arm to equip women with disabilities the skills and support to start their own businesses.
Flying Fox, Jump Start receive $600,000 in VIC government funding to boost women-led startups
The Victorian government has announced $600,000 in additional funding aimed at female founders through programs run through Flying Fox and Jump Start Studio.
