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The startup scene in Australia
Lot Fourteen is an innovation district in Adelaide’s CBD. The South Australian Government describes it as a cluster of more than 160 organizations spanning defense, space, cyber, and critical technologies. [47214]
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Lot Fourteen is an innovation district in Adelaide’s CBD. The South Australian Government describes it as a cluster of more than 160 organizations spanning defense, space, cyber, and critical technologies. [47214]
The South Australian Government identifies cyber, advanced manufacturing linked to space and defense, environment, energy, and agtech among the state’s startup strengths. These are statewide strengths, not a city-only accounting. [47212]
Lot Fourteen’s 2024 annual report recorded 55 Startup Hub startups, 900 startup full-time-equivalent positions, 22 businesses scaled out since 2019, and more than A$216 million in cumulative startup capital as of December 2024. [47213]
The Australian Space Agency describes Myriota’s satellite IoT connectivity as supporting remote asset monitoring beyond cellular coverage and reports more than A$100 million in venture and government investment for the company. [47216, 47217]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Adelaide ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #217 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 91 to 100 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
32 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Adelaide
Investors 20
Investor
InvestorInvesting in innovative B2B companies in underserved Australian regions.
InvestorEmpowering early-stage startups in Australia.
The 3 most prominent of 20. Browse all investors
Accelerators 6
AcceleratorTransforming innovations into viable companies.
AcceleratorAccelerating technology in the wine sector.
AcceleratorEmpowering tourism businesses for sustainable growth.
The 3 most prominent of 6. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 3
IncubatorEmpowering small businesses through tailored training and mentoring.
IncubatorNurturing startups for scalable success.
IncubatorTransforming concepts into successful business ventures.
Venture studios 3
Venture studioGuiding startups and innovation teams through tech product development.
Venture studioTransforming ideas into viable businesses.
Venture studioBuilding and funding innovative startups.
Based here, most-ranked first
Universities in Adelaide
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Raising in Adelaide
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
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Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Adelaide
The report attributes A$40 million-plus in 2024 capital to the named group, without a per-company allocation.
Source: Lot Fourteen 2024 Annual ReportApplicants should check Seed-Start's official state-location and company-status eligibility before applying.
Source: Seed-StartSeed-Start grant size and matching terms vary by Seed or Start tier; check the official guidelines for the full terms.
Source: Seed-StartRivett described an US$8.8 million U.S. defense project; the interview also reports delivery and Australian deployment.
Source: 10 minutes with… Fivecast co-founder Duane RivettRivett attributed Fivecast's initial A$4 million financing to Main Sequence and the South Australian Venture Capital Fund.
Source: 10 minutes with… Fivecast co-founder Duane RivettRivett told InDaily that Fivecast reached 140 staff by 2024, with much of its central team in Adelaide.
Source: 10 minutes with… Fivecast co-founder Duane Rivett
Questions about Adelaide
How does Adelaide rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #217 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Adelaide?
20 investors based in Adelaide have a profile here, including Department of State Development, Eastend Ventures and Southern Angels. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Adelaide?
Yes. Adelaide has 6 accelerators, 3 incubators and 3 venture studios on record, including Innovyz, Adelaide Business Hub and Oscillator Ventures.
Which universities are in Adelaide?
One university has a profile: University of Adelaide.
Geographic proximity
Nearby cities to Adelaide
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