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New Zealand agtech startup CropLogic to raise $8 million through ASX listing
CropLogic has released its prospectus ahead of its proposed ASX listing, as the business looks to raise up to $8 million with shares at $0.20 each.
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Property platforms Landguide and House and Land aim to better the search experience for land buyers
While some Australians may be slugging it out at inner-city auctions, willing to pay $1 million for a one bedroom apartment, a growing number are heading further out to start fresh, picking up parcels of land on which to build their own dream home. However, a piece of land isn’t exactly a clean slate –… Read more »
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Australian Government announces review into space industry capabilities
The Federal Government has announced it will be conducting a review into local space industry capabilities to develop a long-term plan for the sector.
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Government announces $34 million in grants for innovation in aged care services
The Government has announced $34 million in funding grants for startups and organisations working on innovative services within the aged care space.
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Finch is a bill splitting app looking to help millennials manage their finances
Finch is aiming to take millennials on a journey from splitting bills to giving them financial insights by reading into their expenditure habits.
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National agtech accelerator SproutX announces its first cohort of startups
SproutX has announced the lineup of startups accepted into the SproutX Accelerator Program, the first agtech-based accelerator within Australia.
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Canberra startup Wildlife Drones helps wildlife researchers track animals
Despite the huge advances in science and technology over the last few decades, there are a whole host of tasks and processes that are still conducted in much low-tech ways than one might expect. One such process is that of radio-tracking animals. Currently, the practice for most wildlife researchers involves carrying heavy radio receiver equipment… Read more »
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South Australian government signs agreement with Tesla and Neoen to build world’s largest lithium ion battery
The SA government has announced an agreement between Neoen and Tesla that will see the world’s largest lithium ion battery installed a local wind farm.
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Mastercard partners with Transport for NSW to offer tap-on payments to ferry commuters
Mastercard has announced a new partnership with Transport for NSW to allow Sydney ferry commuters to tap-on with their mastercards or mobile wallets.
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RMIT University to open Activator City Hub to support student and staff startups
RMIT University has announced the launch of RMIT Activator City Hub, a new space to support the university members with innovative ideas and programs.
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Music streaming service Pandora to shut down Australia and New Zealand operations
Just after announcing the resignation of its cofounder and CEO Tim Westergren, music streaming service Pandora is understood to be shuttering its operations around Australia and New Zealand, its offices to close within the month.
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Perth startup Spectur has developed cloud-based solar security cameras to monitor remote areas
Perth-based startup Spectur has developed a solar powered, cloud-based security camera designed to thrive in remote areas and locations.
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NSW Government opens applications for 2017 Tel Aviv fintech and cybersecurity bootcamp cohort
The NSW Government has announced that it’s opened applications for ‘Israel Calling’, a Tel Aviv bootcamp targeting fintech and cybersecurity startups.
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Seven Network partners with St. George to launch esports league and gaming show
The Seven Network is partnering with St George Bank to launch screenPLAY, a new omni-channel focused on gaming and esports content.
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IKEA Australia launches virtual reality store for regional areas
IKEA Australia has announced a IKEA Virtual Reality, allowing users to complete a digital ‘walkthrough’ of an IKEA store while browsing products.
