Construction Futures Cluster launches two new projects
Last week we launched two new projects at the Construction Futures Cluster site on Lorimer Street - the Hivepod by Organica Engineering and Plug-n-Play Power by Equoia. It was great to be joined by City of Melbourne Councillor Andrew Rowse, our partners at the Victoria Department of Transport and Planning, staff from Vaughan Constructions, FB IDEAs Hub members and other collaborators from the Fishermans Bend ecosystem.
ELIoT Energy and the village raising a startup
Last week ELIoT Energy, a Hub member and project partner, presented the outcomes of their smart battery trials which enabled the startup to prototype solutions and connected businesses in Fishermans Bend to reduce both carbon emissions and costs.
Federal Opportunities and how to access them
The lunch & learn with HYPSO explained who is who of federal government agencies and entities, where contract opportunities arise, what to be prepared for - and highlighted the Commonwealth’s equivalent of a cheat sheet.
De-risking medtech innovation - balancing technical achievements and commercial viability
Medtech innovators came together to join in on Octive Consulting’s lunch & learn session on how to de-risk medtch using the GAITS framework.
AgTech Bootcamp seeds opportunities & connections
Farmers2Founders joined FB IDEAs and invited innovators and entrepreneurs to explore AgTech opportunities on a day full of knowledge exchange and networking.
Call out for community mentors to support student innovation programs
Port Melbourne Secondary College are once again looking for local mentors to support their upcoming student innovation programs.
UpSol’s Major Breakthrough in Commercial & Industrial Energy Storage
Celebrating business success with Hub member Upsol - Recent deployments proving the concept of running a social enterprise as a business!
Have your say on parking in Fishermans Bend
The City of Melbourne is currently reviewing and updating parking across the city, including parts of Fishermans Bend - and they want your feedback!
Showcasing innovation, collaboration and community
To wrap up the year and celebrate the achievements of the pilot, FB IDEAs hosted a Showcase event at the FB IDEAs Hub. It was an opportunity to showcase some of the projects and innovators we have supported throughout the pilot, but it also showcased the ethos of FB IDEAs and our role in Fishermans Bend: seeding innovation + activating place + fostering collaboration + building momentum.
From an Empty Warehouse to a Creative Ecosystem: The Circular Design Collective Says Goodbye
The Circular Design Collective opened its doors for it’s Open Day on Sunday 16 November for the last time to celebrate National Recycling Week. Led by FB IDEAs in collaboration with Gamuda Land Australia, what began as a short term activation has shown how sustainability, creativity and community can coexist as a lived reality in Fishermans Bend.
2025 Reflections: an exciting year at the FB IDEAs Hub
Looking back at a full year in the FB IDEAs Hub - filled with innovation, collaboration and a growing community.
Enhancing building performance: Tackling heat loss with high-efficiency window inserts
Dr. Yakov Elgart from ESI presented the FB IDEAs supported study on thermal performance improvements in existing buildings. Modelling retrofitted window inserts, ESI showed significant reductions in heat loss and energy use.
Advanced engineering at its finest: Digital twins and Functional Mock-up Units
Systems thinking and functional digital twins not only for hybrid and prototype electric vehicles were presented by Hub member PCO engineering in a captivating lunch & learn session - with a view of how they can be relevant and scaled for startups.
Materials choices for mass manufacturing preparedness
Materials and technology choices can make all the difference when moving from proof-of-concept to manufacturing. Hub member Andrew Jack provided critical insights into the process - setting startups up for success in physical products development.
The power of partnership: Port of Melbourne’s support provides home for diverse projects
From rainwater harvesting and marine ecology to cultural weaving , in partnership with Port of Melbourne, FBIDEAs has supported a range of innovative projects that test what’s possible when community, creativity and industry come together.
A Story of Glue, Bluestone and Participation: Designing for non-typical stakeholders
Studio MK presented how non-typical stakeholders can be given a voice in the planning of public spaces, exploring opportunities and challenges on the example of two city-shaping projects
Historic Holdens return to their origins
Recently, a group of historic early Holden models from the South Australian FX/FJ Holden Club made the long sojourn to their origins in Fishermans Bend.
Art + Engineering: Unlocking New Forms of Collaboration in Fishermans Bend
Last month, creativity and innovation met in a spirited conversation that explored what happens when artists and engineers collaborate to shape new ways of thinking.
ELIoT Energy and Equoia at the CivVic Labs EnergyTech Challenge Showcase!
Come see ELIoT Energy and Equoia showcase their smart batteries and mobile renewable energy solutions at the CivVic Labs Energy Tech Showcase on 20 November 2025, Melbourne Town Hall — and celebrate the innovators turning ideas into real-world impact.
A Warm Welcome for Our New Women of Fishermans Bend Social Circle
Even in our busiest times, what we need most is genuine connection and a moment of self-care. The launch of the Women of Fishermans Bend Social Circle – facilitated by Wellbeing Edge - nurtured connection, inspiration, and support.