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Here’s what the major parties and key independents are saying about their commitments to tech and science

Startup Daily - May 18, 2022 2 MIN READ

Peak industry body Science & Technology Australia has asked the political parties and independents standing in this Saturday’s federal ballot for their positions on 10 election priorities for the sector. The sector’s priorities identify major science and technology policy settings and investments needed for Australia to seize crucial opportunities. Whether the pledges of current and… Read more »

Fishburners

Entries for the Fishburners Tech for Good Awards are now open

Simon Thomsen - May 18, 2022 2 MIN READ

Startup hub Fishburners has opened entries for its Tech for Good Awards, designed to promote startups harnessing technology to help solve some of the biggest challenges faced by people and the planet. The awards feature seven categories, with reach winner receiving a $5,000 cash prize. The winner of the Tech For Good Excellence Award will… Read more »

Healthtech

How Victoria is unlocking the power of startups for public health

Georgia McDonald - May 18, 2022 2 MIN READ

Victoria’s youth health and wellbeing has been a state priority for decades – but with roughly a quarter of the state’s children overweight (Australian Bureau of Statistics), there’s more that can be done. While schools, parents and government bodies have all been focused on education programs and supporting healthy lifestyle choices, we believe Victoria’s brightest… Read more »

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May 16, 2022

Back up in the air: 4 trends that are defining the business travel comeback

With people returning to the skies for work travel, it’s time for businesses to ensure they are prepared for... Read more »

May 15, 2022

Why Australian agtech needs talent with a wide range of experience

Australia is well-positioned to build and maintain a large and healthy agricultural industry ($81 billion of production in 2021/22).... Read more »

May 13, 2022

How to create a people-driven culture in your startup from day one

In a startup’s earliest days, founders wear many hats. Establishing company culture might seem a luxury or you may... Read more »

Business strategy

Bright Sparks: 3 Events to light your spark this week

Maxine Sherrin - May 10, 2022 2 MIN READ

Welcome to our regular column on the important things to see and do for the ANZ startup community, brought to you by the director of the Spark Festival, Maxine Sherrin. She picks out 3 things worth putting in the diary for the week ahead. If you’d like to know more, sign up to the Weekly Sparks,… Read more »