Google for Startups Accelerator: Australia and New Zealand

Google for Startups Accelerator is a 10-week, equity-free accelerator that supports Australian and New Zealand AI and machine learning startups with expert mentoring, technical guidance and access to Google’s products and networks.

Five V Venture Capital

NSW FLIP

NSW FLIP is a free statewide pre-accelerator program supporting women across NSW to develop, validate and grow innovative ideas through structured founder education, coaching and networking.

Venture Catalyst

A 6-month accelerator at Adelaide University in three categories – general industry, space industry and social enterprise open to South Australian founders.

Empower – University of Queensland

Designed for women, this 10-week journey will help you build a strong, scalable startup. Get the tools, confidence, and community to land your first customer and beyond. Startups must be 50% women-owned and have a strong connection with UQ.

Validate – University of Queensland

This continuous program lets you test & refined your idea with real-world feedback, validate customer needs and market demand, develop a clear value proposition and potential business model, build confidence pitching, and connect with a supportive community of peers, mentors, and industry leaders.

Economic Resilience Program

The National Reconstruction Fund is providing concessional finance to support Australian industry, critical supply chains and manufacturing capability.

Launchpad: Technology Business Incubator (WSU)

First Nations Innovation Acceleration Program

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander innovative businesses in Queensland who are established and looking to scale

Export Diversification Program

 Provides funding to SA exporting businesses to help them overcome and adapt to global disruptions in trade.