Projects
Here is a snapshot of some of the exciting work happening in Fishermans Bend through the projects we are currently exploring and supporting through brokering connections, looking for suitable sites and project grants. Spanning diverse sectors and stages of development, these initiatives showcase our role and commitment to fostering experimentation and seeding innovation activity and collaboration in Fishermans Bend. Follow the links below to discover more about each project.
There are more in the pipeline and we’ll be regularly updating this page, so stay tuned for regular updates as we add more projects to our portfolio.
We have now closed the open Expression of Interest (EoI) process, but go here to find out more about our Project Development Process and Assessment Criteria.
Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective
Bringing together innovators and creative practitioners to incubate and collaborate on circular economy design initiatives
Re:cultivate
Unlocking collaboration between art, science and technology to foster new knowledge, ideas and emerging modes of multidisciplinary practice.
Novel Aquatic Habitats
Reimagining how design can create new ecological relationships and improve biodiversity in modified environments like the lower Birrarung (Yarra River).
Regenerative Fuel Cells for Aircraft Proof of Concept
Exploring the transition to zero-emissions aircrafts through innovative “dual use” business models.
Circular Threads
Innovating textile recovery and advancing circular economy solutions for textile waste by collaborating with designers and innovators to develop new pathways to divert waste into upcycling initiatives.
Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer in Built Environment Study
Exploring the feasibility of reducing HVAC costs within the built environment by integrating new technology solutions to improve thermodynamics.
Creative Engineering Industry Collaboration
Bridging the gap between creative and engineering industries, this project is a collaboration between Pelican Studios and Siemens Mobility.
Leftovers
Inspiring others to rethink waste by showing how art and sustainability can intersect to make a positive impact.
VICWORX
Bringing together defence SMEs, research institutions, and strategic partners to support Victoria's growth in advanced manufacturing and defence technologies.
FB IDEAs Incubator and Innovation Hub
The FB IDEAs Incubator and Innovation Hub is a place for ideas, industry connections and emerging businesses to grow in Fishermans Bend.
Romulus Folio Gallery & Dynamic Arts Space
Engaging Fishermans Bend residents and nurturing creative connections and collaborations
Smart Batteries for Fishermans Bend cafe refrigerators
Trialling energy-shifting battery devices that optimize green energy usage in point-of-sale cooling appliances
Weaving Three Stories
Nurturing a sense of belonging, inclusion and welcoming from First Peoples to strengthen intercultural engagement.
No Bull Cause
No Bull Cause gives discarded clothing a second life by turning the clothes that people don’t want into something they do.
Hivepod 3D Building Printing Demonstration
Showcasing advanced technologies and innovative approaches to upcycle waste streams to reduce carbon footprint in construction.
[RE]Maker
Advancing the concept of material circularity in architecture by prototyping design solutions that upcycle surplus wetsuit material and waste timber.
UNTOLD
UNTOLD will be a series of gatherings and Indigenous-led conversations that celebrate art, design, innovation, culture and Country in Fishermans Bend.
Precious Plastic Melbourne
Empowering communities and sparking a generation of changemakers towards a circular future, free from plastic waste.
PowerMOVE
Prototyping a kinetic dancefloor that transforms human energy into energy for more sustainable events
More-than-human Urban Design
Exploring new forms of architecture and urban design which are beyond our existing human-centred approaches to demonstrate how to foreground biodiversity repair and regeneration in Fishermans Bend.
e-Micromobility Trial
NTRO and microFleet are partnering to trial a small fleet of e-micromobility to support more sustainable, efficient and enjoyable journeys to, from and within Fishermans Bend.
Remix Raingardens 2.0
Building on the success of the Remix Raingarden pilot, this project uses stormwater and rooftop water runoff, combined with additional elements to create a network that support urban ecology and enhance biodiversity.
Startup Factory
Startup Factory is a new kind incubator: a place for people to connect, ideate solutions, develop prototypes and commercialise physical products and technologies.
Cleantech PowerOn Incubator & Showcase
The Victorian CleanTech Cluster (VCC) is delivering Victoria’s first dedicated clean technology incubator. and hosting the VCC’s annual Cleantech Showcase in Fishermans Bend.
The Plus Prototype
The Plus Prototype is a physical example of a future net-zero building code. It’s a plus energy, zero carbon construction prototype to show what’s possible for the future of Fishermans Bend, and beyond.
Quokka Quantum
Supporting quantum literacy in Fishermans Bend and by bringing the International Quantum Game Jam, this project puts quantum computing in the palm of your hands.
Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge 2024
Responding to the theme ‘A Regenerative City’ - this open competition supports innovation and collaboration, by seeking bold ideas to be piloted in Fishermans Bend.