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In our November edition we're sharing the latest updates and opportunities for start-ups and SMEs from CSIRO and the innovation ecosystem. Dive in and discover what's on offer to help you achieve your next big breakthrough in 2025.

Program news

RISE Accelerator welcomes Climate Smart Agritech cohort

Congratulations to the ten startups and SMEs from Australia and India selected to fast-track their innovations across borders.

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Open programs

GAP Blitz program

Our free GAP BLITZ program offers 12-weeks of coaching to help you tackle various obstacles and drive business growth. The program starts in February 2025 - register your interest now.

Kick-Start program

Our Kick-Start program provides dollar-matched funding and access to CSIRO's research expertise for innovative Australian startups and SMEs.

Innovate to Grow

Our free eight-week online program is here to help SMEs dive into the world of collaborative research and development. We'll announce the first cohort for 2025 in January.

RUIC program

Queensland SMEs can access up to $50,000 in dollar-matched funding through the Regional University Industry Collaboration (RUIC) program.

Ecosystem opportunity

2025 Remarkable Launcher Pre-Accelerator program

Launcher is a part-time, eight-week, online program designed to support early-stage innovators in disability tech to validate their ideas and kickstart their startup journey.

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Alum spotlight

Ochre Sun: from Country to the global stage

Alana Kennedy, founder of Ochre Sun, combines Indigenous knowledge with modern science to create high-protection sunscreens.

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