Advance Queensland

Know a regional innovator in Queensland? 🙋♀️ Circular Futures NQ Innovation and Sustainability Summit has 10 fully funded placements for regional delegates 👇 ✔ Ticket and Travel Support ✔ Networking with industry leaders, potential partners and investors ✔ Apply now to connect, collaborate, and innovate!   https://lnkd.in/g54ReqVi   #CFNQ #SmartPrecinctNQ #AdvanceQueensland #RegionalEnablersProgram #CircularEconomy

Queensland researchers at QIMR Berghofer are pioneering a new brain stimulation therapy that could transform treatment options for those who don’t respond to traditional antidepressants. With support from Advance Queensland, their cutting-edge approach aims to deliver faster, more effective relief - giving people a chance to reclaim their lives. This is Queensland innovation making a real impact 🙌 Read more about this game-changing research 👉 https://bit.ly/3XxQ8RO #AdvanceQueensland #MentalHealthInnovation #QIMRBerghofer

Are you ready to make a real impact on the Australian agriculture sector? 🌾 Working directly with QLD Agtech and Foodtech start-ups, Farmers2Founders is designed to support entrepreneurs and startups from early-stage ideas and validation through to scale-up and commercialisation of agrifood-tech solutions. 👉The pre-accelerator program takes founders from early-stage idea validation to the launch of their MVP to test product-market fit and establish a viable business model. 👉The accelerator for agrifood-tech startups is designed to equip high-potential businesses with the capabilities to scale into national and international markets and raise the capital to achieve those objectives. Pre-Accelerator Applications Close: 27 April | Start: May 14 Accelerator Applications Close: 27 April | Start: June 2 Thank you for helping us support the next wave of agrifood-tech innovation! https://lnkd.in/gsdZebdh   QIC #AdvanceQueensland

🌿 From bush to bottle: Queensland Indigenous business leading the way! Figjam & Co is a trailblazing Indigenous-owned business turning native Australian ingredients into delicious, sustainable products 😋 By embracing traditional knowledge and modern innovation, they’re not only creating unique, nutritious foods but also supporting Indigenous communities and sustainable agriculture. From Davidson plums to wattleseed granola, their products celebrate the rich flavours of our land while paving the way for a stronger Indigenous business ecosystem 🍓🌱 Check out their inspiring journey and how they’re transforming the food industry 👉 https://bit.ly/4igppBC The Indigenous Native Food Program was a collaborative initiative between the Department of Primary Industries and Advance Queensland. It empowered First Nations-owned businesses to develop and commercialise new food products using native ingredients: https://bit.ly/4ih8rTH #IndigenousInnovation #AdvanceQueensland #QueenslandBusiness

Connect, pitch and grow as part of the Advance Queensland Delegation! The chance to join the Advance Queensland delegation to the Tropical Innovation Festival in Cairns and/or the FWDFest (Sunshine Coast) is officially on the table 🙌 We’re offering tickets to startup founders, scaleups, and ecosystem enablers and leaders looking to connect, learn, and grow 👇 ➕ Unlock essential business skills ➕ Gain insights from industry leaders ➕ Expand your network and showcase your ideas ➕ Build innovation capability in Queensland Expressions of Interest are now open (but hurry, they close Thursday, 3rd April 🏃♀️) https://lnkd.in/gDgd8dSy #AdvanceQueensland 

Explore cutting-edge developments in technology and discover a structured approach to examining investment opportunities in this rapidly evolving landscape 🚀 Grab your tickets to the Angel Investing Summit sponsored by Brisbane Angels which brings together key players in the investor start-up ecosystem, offering participants a unique chance to gain first-hand knowledge of emerging trends and investment strategies in early-stage ventures. Book yours 👉 https://bit.ly/41mTpFZ #AdvanceQueensland

Paving the way with innovation! 🚧 Rockhampton’s BCF Concreting is proving that innovation is the key to success 👏 With support from a $100,000 Advance Queensland Deadly Deals grant, this Indigenous-owned business invested in GPS-guided slip-forming technology ... a game-changer for accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability. 💡 The results? ✔️ Reduced waste ✔️ Faster laying times & lower labour costs ✔️ $6M+ in new contracts & three new jobs created BCF Concreting isn’t just building better curbs; they’re pioneering new industry standards and creating opportunities for First Nations businesses 🙌 https://bit.ly/41XdukZ Want to see more Indigenous businesses thrive? Check out the First Nations Business Acceleration Program 👉 https://bit.ly/3QmOm1M #AdvanceQueensland #IndigenousBusiness #FirstNationsAcceleration

Exciting developments in quantum computing are on the horizon for 2025 🚀 The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, highlighting the rapid growth and significant investments in this field. Companies like PsiQuantum are planning to build advanced quantum computers, such as their second system in Chicago by 2028, following a substantial $760 million investment. Additionally, collaborations between institutions like the Australian National University and Fujitsu aim to establish quantum computing facilities in Canberra, with a 256-qubit system expected by March 2025. These initiatives underscore the accelerating advancements in quantum technology and its potential to revolutionise various industries 🙌 Keen to learn more? 👉 https://bit.ly/4kB6qTV #AdvanceQueensland

Your business, your future ❤ Calling all First Nations Innovators 🚀 Advance Queensland and First Australians Capital are empowering Indigenous businesses through the First Nations Business Acceleration Program. This program will assist Indigenous businesses in enhancing their investment readiness and securing suitable capital. By providing grants and strategic advisory services, the program will foster innovation and growth within the Indigenous business sector 🙌 The program will provide a range of services, including business advisory, grant writing, and access to capital, to help businesses scale and succeed 👏 It aligns with the broader goal of recognising and harnessing the cultural, creative, and economic strengths of First Australians. In partnership with DETSI, this trailblazing initiative is set to unlock growth for proven Indigenous businesses by enhancing their investment readiness and providing appropriate capital solutions. Keen to learn more? https://bit.ly/3QmOm1M #AdvanceQueensland

🌿 Ochre Sun: Where indigenous wisdom meets modern skincare ☀️ Alana Kennedy, a proud Waanyi Kalkadoon and Eastern Arrernte woman, is on a mission to bring Indigenous knowledge to the global skincare market with Ochre Sun. By harnessing ethically sourced native botanicals, Ochre Sun creates high-quality sunscreen that protects, heals, and nurtures the skin—while also creating economic opportunities for First Nations communities. Alana's entrepreneurial journey received a significant boost through the Advance Queensland Female Founders Co-Investment Fund. This program provides crucial support to women-led businesses like Ochre Sun, enabling them to access capital and accelerate their growth. This is more than skincare - it’s innovation, sustainability, and cultural preservation in action 💛 https://bit.ly/3XOWyfj Learn more about the Female Founders Co-Investment program 👉 https://bit.ly/3Fs9JwA #AdvanceQueensland #FemaleFounders