Australian Cleantech Showcase
FB IDEAs is proud to support the Australian Cleantech Showcase, a key event highlighting the latest in clean technology innovation. With over 50 demonstrations, keynotes from industry leaders, and opportunities to connect with 500+ attendees, this event celebrates sustainability and innovation.
Creative Engineering Industry Collaboration
Join us for an innovative showcase by Pelican Studios, Siemens Mobility, and FB IDEAs. Learn more about the the Mira Solar Flower, a public art installation blending art and engineering. Hear insights from Pelican Studios and Siemens Mobility on collaborative cross-industry innovation.
Mother’s Day Painting Workshop with Angelina Mirabito
This Mother’s Day, join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence, Angelina Mirabito, for a reflective, hands-on workshop exploring the meaning of motherhood through art.
Artist Talk: Illuminating Perspectives – Light in Art and Storytelling
Join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence Angelina Mirabito and filmmaker Sam Galloway for an intimate discussion on the power of light in art and storytelling—how it shapes perception, evokes emotion, and reveals deeper narratives.
FB IDEAs Hub Grow Community - Heliotope
FB IDEAs and Heliotope invite you to Grow Community—a conversation with architect Jane Caught on building a regenerative practice within the current construction system. Hear how Heliotope is trialling circular materials and place-based strategies in Fishermans Bend.
Novel Futures - Exhibition | Melbourne Design Week
The upcoming Novel Futures Exhibition, supported by FB IDEAs, presents early-stage concepts for novel habitats envisioned for future deployment across Fishermans Bend, as part of Melbourne Design Week 2025.
Made by robots: Prototype of a more-than-human habitat | Melbourne Design Week
Featuring as part of Melbourne Design Week, this in-situ prototype—robotically fabricated from tree cut-offs—explores more-than-human habitats for native bees and insects. The project reimagines urban design at Fishermans Bend through biodiversity networks and regenerative, non-human-centred approaches.
ROMULUS Exhibition | Melbourne Design Week
How does art shape our experience of space? Texture and Colour in Spatial Design explores how contemporary abstract art transforms environments and deepens our connection to place. Part of Melbourne Design Week 2025 and supported by FB IDEAs.
Novel Natures – Panel | Melbourne Design Week
Explore how design and ecology intersect to reimagine urban waterways at Novel Natures, the opening event of the Novel Futures exhibition. Join a thought-provoking panel and enjoy exhibition viewing with refreshments before and after. This is a Melbourne Design Week 2025 event.
From Waste to Worth: Turning Textile Waste into Opportunity | Melbourne Design Week
Part of Melbourne Design Week, From Waste to Worth showcases bold, circular design using reclaimed textiles—proving that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. Supported by FB IDEAs, this exhibition invites you to explore how Australia’s textile waste can become a foundation for a more creative, conscious future.
After Exhibition | Melbourne Design Week
Part of Melbourne Design Week, From Waste to Worth showcases bold, circular design using reclaimed textiles—proving that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. Supported by FB IDEAs, this exhibition invites you to explore how Australia’s textile waste can become a foundation for a more creative, conscious future.
Angelina Mirabito Workshop: Monochrome Painting with Pallet Knives
Join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence Angelina Mirabito for a Design Week workshop exploring monochrome painting as a powerful expression of emotion and meaning.
Weaving Three Stories Workshop
Weaving Three Stories fosters belonging through yarning and weaving workshops led by First Peoples. Held in changing communities like Fishermans Bend, the project deepens appreciation of First Peoples' culture by weaving stories of place and connection. Open to all including children 10+, it invites the broader community to engage in intercultural dialogue.
Painting with Palette Knives - Expressive Painting Techniques Workshop
Join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence, Angelina Mirabito, for a hands-on workshop exploring the expressive power of palette knife painting. Experiment with texture, colour, and movement to create a bold, personal artwork.
Port Melbourne Womens Business After Hours
Join Visit Port Melbourne and Susuro Wines for the inaugural Women’s Business After Hours event, designed to empower and connect entrepreneurs and business leaders in Port Melbourne.
Port Melbourne Business After Hours
Join the Port Melbourne Business After Hours, hosted by VisitPortMelbourne. Each month, network and collaborate at a new venue, kicking off with with Susuro Wines in September.
Nature Fest on the Birrarung
We are thrilled to be supporters of the Westgate Park Open Day, by Westgate Biodiversity. This free, family-friendly event us a perfect opportunity to explore the hidden natural gem in our backyard.
10th International Quantum Game Jam
We are thrilled to support the Australian node of the 10th International Quantum Game Jam at Fishermans Bend!
Startup Factory Workshop
Join our partners at Space Tank for a workshop in Fishermans Bend, designed to bring together key stakeholders to discuss the challenges, needs, and opportunities for the emerging Startup Factory.
Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge 2024 Pitch Night
From 33 creative and tech-based ideas, three have emerged as frontrunners for the 2024 Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge. Hear more about these bold and brave tech-based ideas at the upcoming Pitch Night!
Prototyping the Future
Prototyping is at the heart of innovation. As a mindset for experimentation and an integral part of an iterative design process, join us to explore how prototyping is shaping the future of Fishermans Bend.
Regenerating the ecology of Fishermans Bend
Combining ecology with design is essential for realising the vision to make Fishermans Bend environmentally sustainable. Join us to explore the why, how, what and where behind turning the vision into reality.
Investing for Impact: Opportunities for Fishermans Bend
In partnership with Breakthrough Victoria, we are delighted to host a panel discussion to hear about the opportunities for investment to generate positive impact for Fishermans Bend, Victoria and beyond.
Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge Launch
Join the City of Melbourne and the Victorian Government for the launch of the 2024 Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge, ‘A regenerative city’.
Fishermans Bend End of Year Networking Event
In collaboration with Fishermans Bend Business Forum, we invite you to join us for an end of year networking event to celebrate 2023 and make connections to seed collaborations for 2024.
FB IDEAs Project EOI Information Session #2
Are you interested in collaborating or partnering with FB IDEAs on a project in Fishermans Bend - but have questions or want to know more? Join us for this online information session.
Sustainability MeetUp
Connect with others working on sustainability initiatives in Fishermans Bend to share knowledge and explore collaboration opportunities.
FB IDEAs Project EOI Information Session
Are you interested in collaborating or partnering with FB IDEAs on a project in Fishermans Bend - but have questions or want to know more? Join us for this online information session.
Siemens Mobility Tour
Discover where old and new technologies meet to make our rail networks safe, robust and reliable.
Going Circular in Fishermans Bend
Join us to hear about circular economy innovations in Fishermans Bend, and the opportunities to pilot circular economy initiatives in the precinct.