Ecosystems/Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne combines a strong design and creative culture with serious technical depth — producing globally competitive startups in health tech, fintech, and climate. Government programs at both state and federal level actively support founders, and the city's quality of life makes it a magnet for international talent.

2,000+

Tech Startups

$3B+

VC Funding (2020–2024)

Health, Fintech, Climate

Key Sectors

Top Programs

Startmate

accelerator

Australia's most prominent accelerator, running fellowship and accelerator programs. Based in Melbourne and Sydney.

$120K AUD for 7.5% equityVisit

Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP)

university

University of Melbourne's flagship startup accelerator offering $20K grants and intensive mentorship.

Grant, no equityVisit

Techstars Melbourne

accelerator

Global accelerator running Australia-specific cohorts with mentorship and seed investment.

$120K for 6% equityVisit

LaunchVic

community

Victorian government startup agency providing grants, programs, and ecosystem support.

Grants, no equityVisit

ANDHealth

accelerator

Health tech accelerator helping digital health startups navigate regulation and go to market.

No equityVisit

Catalyst Program (Monash)

university

Monash University's pre-accelerator supporting student and researcher-led ventures.

No equity

Key Investors & Funds

Square Peg Capital

Seed to Growth

One of Australia's largest and most active VC funds.

Website

Blackbird Ventures

Seed to Growth

Australia and NZ's largest VC, backing iconic companies like Canva and Zoox.

Website

AirTree Ventures

Seed to Series B

Leading Australian VC focused on tech.

Website

Giant Leap

Seed to Series A

Impact VC investing in startups creating positive social and environmental outcomes.

Website

Coworking & Community

York Butter Factory

Melbourne's original startup coworking space in the CBD.

Website

Stone & Chalk Melbourne

Fintech-focused innovation hub with workspace and programs.

Website

WeWork Melbourne

Multiple locations across the CBD and inner suburbs.

Website

Useful Links

LaunchVic

Victorian government startup agency

Startup Victoria

Community organization for Melbourne startups

Startmate

Australia's leading accelerator

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