Upsoil Collective announced as winner of the Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge
Congratulations to Upsoil Collective for winning the City of Melbourne’s 2024 Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge. This bold idea diverts food waste from landfill by combining buried worm composting with community gardening and urban greening. A buried design, combined with worms and sensor technology keeps the compost healthy and fresh.
Startup Factory – recognising opportunities in a maturing and post digital startup ecosystem
Last month we supported a workshop as part of the Startup Factory project and Space Tank's investigation into growing the entrepreneurial community to nurture the development and commercialisation of physical products and technologies in Fishermans Bend. Discover key insights and ways to get involved.
Develop Quantum Literacy at the Global Quantum Game Jam in Fishermans Bend
Unlock the potential of quantum science by developing quantum literacy. As quantum technology transforms key industries, understanding its basics is crucial. Discover how to build this vital knowledge at the upcoming International Quantum Game Jam in Fishermans Bend.
Fostering connections for people and nature in Fishermans Bend
Westgate Biodiversity are building community and supporting nature in Fishermans Bend. Get involved by volunteering - or join in the fun at the Nature-Fest on the Birrarung on Sunday 15 September.
Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge Pitch Night Wrap-Up
Read our wrap up of the Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge Pitch Night, where three finalists presented their bold ideas for a regenerative future. Voting is now open—have your say and shape the next big innovation in 2025!
Calling all inventors, startups, innovation stakeholders and investors - we need your input!
Space Tank want your input to create a more level playing field where hardware startups who are developing physical products, are valued, supported and succeed in our startup ecosystem.
International Quantum Game Jam - coming to Fishermans Bend
Save the date! On 14 and 15 September, the International Quantum Game Jam is coming to Fishermans Bend.
Prototyping the future
Catch up on the highlights from our recent event and hear how prototyping is being used to foster innovation and shape the future of Fishermans Bend.
Finalists Announced! Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge 2024
Ecoacoustic sensors, street-side worm farming and micro-recycling hubs feature in the top three ideas for the 2024 Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge.
Pioneering the Future: FB IDEAs Drives Progress with New Key Projects
FB IDEAs proudly announces the first wave of projects driving innovation, economic growth, and social impact in Fishermans Bend. Spanning manufacturing, engineering, technology, and design, these initiatives foster collaboration and sustainable development within Australia’s largest urban renewal project.
Launching the Fishermans Bend CTO & CIO Forum
Last week we hosted the first Fishermans Bend CTO & CIO Forum, in partnership with Equinix Australia. The group included a diverse representation of businesses across different sectors in Fishermans Bend including: Defence Science and Technology Group, Polynovo, Siemens Mobility, Advanced Composite Structures Australia (ACS-A), 4D Medical and Wellcom Worldwide.
Regenerating the ecology of Fishermans Bend
Combining ecology with design is essential for realising the vision to make Fishermans Bend environmentally sustainable. This Melbourne Design Week event explored the why, how, what and where behind turning the vision into reality.
Innovation Challenge closes 13 June
Just under 2 weeks to go until submissions close for City of Melbourne's Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge - A Regenerative City. Have you got a bold and innovative idea?
Investing for Impact
We all have a role to play in investing for impact. Find out more from the panel discussion we hosted this week in partnership with Breakthrough Victoria and Kite Magnetics™.
Vietnamese Govt Delegation tour
It was great to host a delegation from the Vietnamese government in FishermansBend last week, in partnership with the Fishermans Bend Taskforce, City of Melbourne and NTRO - National Transport Research Organisation.
What’s your waste?
We are keen to support pilot and demonstration projects that showcase and trial new approaches to upcycle waste problems within Fishermans Bend. To start the ball rolling, we want to hear from local businesses.
Support the Bend’s future talent
Port Melbourne Secondary College are looking for local industry partners and mentors to support their programs. Get involved to help nurture the next generation of talent for Fishermans Bend.
Have your say in future of Montague precinct!
Public consultation and engagement now open for the Fishermans Bend Urban Renewal Area Development Contributions Plan and the ‘Making Montague’ Precinct Implementation Plan.
Siemens Mobility Tour
A fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of the Siemens Mobility engineering and manufacturing site in Port Melbourne. It really is where old and new technology meet, showcasing how local manufacturing successfully achieves global reach.
Get Involved!
Expressions of Interest now open! Check out the Get Involved page for more information about how to partner with FB IDEAs.