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AI-powered fleet logistics startup Adiona Tech drives away with Startup World Cup Sydney win

Adam Bub - August 13, 2025 4 MIN READ

An AI-driven logistics platform powering millions of low-carbon deliveries for companies such as Australia Post’s StarTrack Courier has taken out the Startup World Cup Sydney pitch competition. The win earns cofounder Richard Savoie a trip to the Grand Finale in San Francisco where he’ll compete for US$1 million in investment this October. Hosted by Startup&Angels,… Read more »

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Melbourne event breaks taboo, shining spotlight on sextech innovation

Startup Daily - May 19, 2025 2 MIN READ

Curious about what happens when innovation meets taboo? Melbourne will host Unconventional Startups: What Sextech Entrepreneurs Can Teach Us About Launching a Startup, an event aiming to highlight the innovative potential within the often-overlooked sextech industry. Held on 22 May at Collingwood Yards, the one-night-event will feature discussions on privacy, branding, global scaling, and investment… Read more »

Business strategy

B2B event SMB Digital announces two inspiring keynote speakers

Startup Daily - February 2, 2022 3 MIN READ

A fighter pilot and the CEO of the online division of the largest university in the southern hemisphere will headline the inaugural SMB Digital, inspiring business leaders to unlock their potential over two days at this one-of-a-kind event. Christian ‘Boo’ Boucousis was recruited into the Royal Australian Air Force as a pilot and completed over… Read more »

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MYOB and Startup Grind bring ‘must-attend’ entrepreneurs event to Australian shores

Nicole Ng - November 30, 2018 3 MIN READ

Aussie founders have a chance to rub shoulders with startup royalty and hear from over 70 speakers at the first-ever Startup Grind Asia Pacific event, presented by MYOB.

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SA startup Good Scout Travel Company helps users find and plan accessible experiences

Cec Busby - June 25, 2018 2 MIN READ

A passion to help people living with a disability access adventure experiences and plan travel has seen Clair Crowley, founder of The Good Scout Travel Company, pick up the Golden eNVIe at this year’s annual awards.

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ABC looks to support rise of podcasting through the launch of new audio app

James Ward - September 15, 2017 3 MIN READ

The ABC has announced the release of ABC Listen, a new app centred around providing listeners an easier way to access radio shows and podcasting content.

Advice

My Proposal Co. is an online service helping clients organise bespoke romantic proposals

James Ward - August 22, 2017 4 MIN READ

My proposal co is a platform which helps love-struck men and women set up a proposal specially tailored for their significant other.

Partner Content

Talent Unleashed Awards judge Frances Valintine wants to see businesses addressing the world’s fundamental challenges

James Ward - August 16, 2017 3 MIN READ

Frances Valintine didn’t know what to expect when her new business, The Mind Lab, was nominated for a Talent Unleashed Award in 2014.

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Brisbane pre-accelerator Startup Onramp announces regional expansion

James Ward - August 10, 2017 2 MIN READ

Startup Onramp announced it is set to expand its program across regional Australia, with a second local program set to kick off in September.

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Girl Geek Academy launches incubator program to support SheHacks graduates

James Ward - July 26, 2017 3 MIN READ

Girl Geek Academy has announced the launch of the SheHacks incubator, a program aiming to support women from the organisation’s flagship hackathon events.

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Applications open for 2017 edition of the Talent Unleashed Awards

James Ward - June 20, 2017 2 MIN READ

Talent has announced the opening of applications for its annual Talent Unleashed Awards, which look to uncover strong local entrepreneurial talent.

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Victorian government announces plan to build Melbourne fintech hub

James Ward - June 16, 2017 3 MIN READ

Looking to further the development of the Victorian fintech sector, the state government has announced its plans to establish a fintech hub in Melbourne.

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Australia Post Regional Pitchfest reveals national line up of regional competitors

James Ward - May 10, 2017 3 MIN READ

Australia Post Regional Pitchfest has revealed the lineup of entrepreneurs from Australia that will have the chance to pitch their ideas on stage.

Advice

Qnect is a social ticketing platform for student events at universities

James Ward - April 3, 2017 3 MIN READ

Targeting university societies, Qnect allows users to browse through events where the ‘attending’ list only reveals those who have paid for a ticket.

Advice

Defiant Development’s Kim Allom on the state of Australia’s gaming industry

James Ward - March 31, 2017 3 MIN READ

Speaking at Myriad, Allom shed light on how lack of government support and funding opportunities are restricting the emergence of new startups in the space.