Puralink raises $2.3 million for autonomous robot ‘ferrets’ that can find leaky pipes www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
Puralink raises $2.3 million for autonomous robot ‘ferrets’ that can find leaky pipes
In what Puralink says is an industry-first, the autonomous robot can navigate corners, intersections and vertical stacks, and can travel up to one kilometre in a single run.
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September 18, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Puralink raises $2.3 million for autonomous robot ‘ferrets’ that can find leaky pipes www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
Sydney venture capital firm EVP is reportedly working with the police and legal and forensic accounting experts to try to recover its investment in software startup Strongroom AI, just weeks after leading a $17 million investment round www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
VC firm EVP calls in police at startup StrongRoom AI weeks after leading $17 million investment
EVP is reportedly working with the police and legal and forensic accounting experts to try to recover its investment in Strongroom AI.
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March 25, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Sydney venture capital firm EVP is reportedly working with the police and legal and forensic accounting experts to try to recover its investment in software startup Strongroom AI, just weeks after leading a $17 million investment round www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
help. 🦲
When Jamie Druitt’s wife left him several years ago, he desperately wanted to speak to other people who had been through the same thing. From that moment of pain, an online platform for teenagers struggling with mental health challenges was born.
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When Jamie Druitt’s wife left him several years ago, he desperately wanted to speak to other people who had been through the same thing. From that moment of pain, an online platform for teenagers struggling with mental health challenges was born.
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Startup founder’s struggle inspires initiative to help troubled teens
When Jamie Druitt’s wife left him several years ago, he desperately wanted to speak to other people who had been...
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November 13, 2024 at 2:22 AM
help. 🦲
When Jamie Druitt’s wife left him several years ago, he desperately wanted to speak to other people who had been through the same thing. From that moment of pain, an online platform for teenagers struggling with mental health challenges was born.
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When Jamie Druitt’s wife left him several years ago, he desperately wanted to speak to other people who had been through the same thing. From that moment of pain, an online platform for teenagers struggling with mental health challenges was born.
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High fees for job listings? 🤔 That's a rip-off! Affordable access to talent is key. Disruptive models can level the playing field. Let's innovate recruitment! 🚀 #TechForGood #StartupSmart
Why pay $150+ for 1 Job Listing? 🤦♀️ Providing opportunities shouldn't break the bank 💯
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April 24, 2025 at 3:02 AM
High fees for job listings? 🤔 That's a rip-off! Affordable access to talent is key. Disruptive models can level the playing field. Let's innovate recruitment! 🚀 #TechForGood #StartupSmart
Australia rejoins world’s top 10 startup ecosystems after three-year absence www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
Australia rejoins world's top 10 startup ecosystems after three-year absence
Australia has returned to the world's top 10 startup ecosystems after three years, with growth more than double the global average.
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June 3, 2026 at 6:44 AM
Australia rejoins world’s top 10 startup ecosystems after three-year absence www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
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Small business groups applaud Abbott’s red tape promises
The small business community has welcomed Opposition Leader Tony Abbott’s announcement of a new policy on red tape, saying they would give every small business in the country a “productivity gain”. ...
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January 13, 2025 at 12:54 AM
And Tony Abbott www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart...
Startup vs Scaleup - not the same beast.
The DIY mindset is holding Australian startups back - via @smartcompany.bsky.social
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The DIY mindset is holding Australian startups back - via @smartcompany.bsky.social
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The DIY mindset is holding Australian startups back
Two startup experts from AWS talk about the limitations of Aussie DIY scrappiness, customer obsession, and the importance of diversity.
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February 7, 2025 at 5:02 AM
Startup vs Scaleup - not the same beast.
The DIY mindset is holding Australian startups back - via @smartcompany.bsky.social
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The DIY mindset is holding Australian startups back - via @smartcompany.bsky.social
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C’est surprenant parce que c’est un hobby quand même assez niché. Moi j’ai vu une pub de ca a RC télé aux nouvelles du midi. Je pense que Games Workshop essaye d’élargir son marché. Pis en plein hiver quand tout le monde est encabané c’est le meilleur moment.
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Games Workshop: Owner of the Warhammer franchise proves riches are in niches
Why Games Workshop and the Warhammer franchise may be the best capital-compounding business machine you’ve never heard of.
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January 24, 2025 at 3:48 PM
C’est surprenant parce que c’est un hobby quand même assez niché. Moi j’ai vu une pub de ca a RC télé aux nouvelles du midi. Je pense que Games Workshop essaye d’élargir son marché. Pis en plein hiver quand tout le monde est encabané c’est le meilleur moment.
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Absolutely! The demand for credible news is skyrocketing. 📰 A startup can harness talent and innovation to reshape media. Smart play for those ready to shake things up! 💡 #MediaRevolution #StartUpSmart
March 1, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Absolutely! The demand for credible news is skyrocketing. 📰 A startup can harness talent and innovation to reshape media. Smart play for those ready to shake things up! 💡 #MediaRevolution #StartUpSmart
This is how I got the idea to do all these FAQ’s. The best thing you can do as a startup founder is to think of all the questions that investors or coworkers would think and provide the answers. Stage and approach has to be unique for each startup.
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The 140 reasons it won’t work: Jack Dorsey’s unorthodox approach to pitching
When pitching for startup investment, the tried-and-tested method is to tell backers why you’re the next big thing. Jack Dorsey, however, did the opposite.
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December 19, 2024 at 6:58 PM
This is how I got the idea to do all these FAQ’s. The best thing you can do as a startup founder is to think of all the questions that investors or coworkers would think and provide the answers. Stage and approach has to be unique for each startup.
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Six Aussie startups that raised $197.4 million this week
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Six Aussie startups that raised $197.4 million this week
This week Australian startups have seen $197.4 million invested across auto, legaltech, manufacturing, period products and more.
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January 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Six Aussie startups that raised $197.4 million this week
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"It's the most dorky name ever": The naming issues that Canva, Vinomofo and SafetyCulture all faced <a href="http://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/advice/dorky-name-ever-naming-issues-canva-vinomofo-safetyculture-faced/" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">http://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/advice/dorky-name-ever-naming-issues-canva-vinomofo-safetyculture-faced/
"It's the most dorky name ever": The naming issues that C...
Vinomofo, Canva and SafetyCulture have become iconic Aust...
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November 9, 2024 at 10:22 PM
"It's the most dorky name ever": The naming issues that Canva, Vinomofo and SafetyCulture all faced <a href="http://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/advice/dorky-name-ever-naming-issues-canva-vinomofo-safetyculture-faced/" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">http://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/advice/dorky-name-ever-naming-issues-canva-vinomofo-safetyculture-faced/
Why Atlassian’s Aubrey Blanche left one Aussie unicorn for another https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/aubrey-blanche-atlassian-culture-amp/
Why Atlassian’s Aubrey Blanche left one Aussie unicorn fo...
Atlassian's global head of diversity and belonging has jo...
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November 9, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Why Atlassian’s Aubrey Blanche left one Aussie unicorn for another https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/aubrey-blanche-atlassian-culture-amp/
Queensland startup Clipchamp acquired by Microsoft https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/clipchamp-acquired-microsoft/
“Part of a future legacy”: Queensland startup Clipchamp a...
Queensland video editing startup Clipchamp has been acqui...
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November 9, 2024 at 10:10 PM
Queensland startup Clipchamp acquired by Microsoft https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/clipchamp-acquired-microsoft/
Bloom lands $525,000 for its anti-greenwashing investment app https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/ethical-investment-app-bloom-seed-funding/
Ethical investment app Bloom lands $525,000 in seed fundi...
Brisbane fintech Bloom has received $525,000 in seed fund...
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November 9, 2024 at 10:05 PM
Bloom lands $525,000 for its anti-greenwashing investment app https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/ethical-investment-app-bloom-seed-funding/
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January 29, 2025 at 3:44 AM
Launch Smart in 2025: Slash Taxes, Stack Cash!💵
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#business #entrepreneur #startabusiness #minimaltax #liability #cash #startupsmart #taxseason #financialfreedom #newbusiness #businessblueprint #notaxdue #lytaxadvisors
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How to Start a Business with Minimal Tax Liability in 2025: Your Blueprint to Keep More Cash
Dreaming of launching your own business in 2025? Picture this: You’re sipping coffee in your new office (or maybe your cozy home setup)…
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February 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Launch Smart in 2025: Slash Taxes, Stack Cash!💵
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#business #entrepreneur #startabusiness #minimaltax #liability #cash #startupsmart #taxseason #financialfreedom #newbusiness #businessblueprint #notaxdue #lytaxadvisors
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Woo hoo! So happy: EnergyLab energy tech accelerator expands across Australia, seeking 16 startups to round out third cohort - SmartCompany https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news-analysis/energylab-energy-tech-accelerator-expands-across-australia/#.WnqOhq-hIVc.twitter
EnergyLab energy tech accelerator expands across Australi...
After a successful launch with two cohorts last year in S...
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November 14, 2024 at 6:37 AM
Woo hoo! So happy: EnergyLab energy tech accelerator expands across Australia, seeking 16 startups to round out third cohort - SmartCompany https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news-analysis/energylab-energy-tech-accelerator-expands-across-australia/#.WnqOhq-hIVc.twitter
So excited with how far EnergyLabOz has come. Shine on @EnergyLabAU https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news-analysis/energylab-energy-tech-accelerator-expands-across-australia/#.WoRwxs9kXFg.twitter
EnergyLab energy tech accelerator expands across Australi...
After a successful launch with two cohorts last year in S...
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November 14, 2024 at 6:37 AM
So excited with how far EnergyLabOz has come. Shine on @EnergyLabAU https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news-analysis/energylab-energy-tech-accelerator-expands-across-australia/#.WoRwxs9kXFg.twitter
🇦🇺 #space startup Esper espersatellites.co/technology has raised additional $5 million in seed funding to launch more hyperspectral satellites
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Esper secures $5 million to map Earth's critical minerals (and ancient ruins) from space
Esper has raised $5 million to launch more satellites, and branch out in the Northern Territory to help detect critical minerals from orbit.
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March 5, 2025 at 4:58 AM
🇦🇺 #space startup Esper espersatellites.co/technology has raised additional $5 million in seed funding to launch more hyperspectral satellites
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Not sure if there's anything similar to Amber in other countries, but they are trying to expand/license their tech to other countries
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Melbourne-based Amber banks $10 million for its energy tech solution
Founded in 2017, Amber pitches itself as Australia’s largest residential battery automation provider and claims to orchestrate roughly 40% of the domestic market.
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December 7, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Not sure if there's anything similar to Amber in other countries, but they are trying to expand/license their tech to other countries
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Apparently SXSW Sydney happened last week. Did I miss anything?
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24 things we loved about SXSW Sydney 2024
SXSW Sydney is an annual gathering of visionaries, thought leaders and emerging talents: here's what we loved most in 2024.
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October 21, 2024 at 8:14 AM
Apparently SXSW Sydney happened last week. Did I miss anything?
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