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The startup scene in Australia
Startup Genome’s Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2024 placed Brisbane in the 31–40 Emerging Ecosystem band and fourth in Oceania. Its report gave Brisbane an Ecosystem Value of US$10.8 billion for July 1, 2021, through December 31, 2023, calculated from exits and startup valuations. Startup Genome also highlighted AI, data and analytics, life sciences, and cleantech as sectors in Brisbane’s ecosystem.
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Startup Genome’s Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2024 placed Brisbane in the #31–40 Emerging Ecosystem band and fourth in Oceania. Its report gave Brisbane an Ecosystem Value of US$10.8 billion for July 1, 2021, through December 31, 2023, calculated from exits and startup valuations. Startup Genome also highlighted AI, data and analytics, life sciences, and cleantech as sectors in Brisbane’s ecosystem.
UQ Ventures describes Pollinate as a company founded by UQ students Adeep Mitra and Corey Berther that provides SaaS for hospitality procurement, inventory, and supplier relationships. UQ Ventures reports that Pollinate participated in the 2025 ilab Accelerator, was named UQ Startup of the Year in 2025, and was accepted into Y Combinator’s Winter 2026 cohort. Its profile also describes automated ordering, integrated communication, AI-driven insights, and real-time operational visibility for hospitality venues and suppliers.
UQ Ventures reports that Flashback’s Kickstarter raised US$80,000 in its first 13 minutes and more than US$800,000 overall.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Brisbane ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Cities Index | 2026 | #36 | No prior edition | B | Performance, Growth, Talent, Competitiveness, Business Climate |
 Global Innovation Index: Innovation Cluster Ranking (formerly Science and Technology Clusters) | 2024 | #97 | Up 3 | B | Innovation, Research, Activity |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #111 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 51 to 60 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
84 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Brisbane
Investors 59
Investor
InvestorEmpowering creators through community and collaboration.
InvestorTransforming research into marketable innovations.
The 3 most prominent of 59. Browse all investors
Accelerators 11
AcceleratorFostering innovation in Australia's food and beverage sector.
AcceleratorTransforming Visions into Reality
AcceleratorAccelerating Business Growth for Entrepreneurs
The 3 most prominent of 11. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 8
IncubatorSupporting Brisbane businesses from startup to growth.
IncubatorEmpowering people with disabilities through entrepreneurship.
IncubatorEmpowering entrepreneurs and innovators in health and technology.
The 3 most prominent of 8. Browse all incubators
Venture studios 6
Venture studioDriving innovation and sustainable growth.
Venture studioBuilding B2B technology companies.
Venture studioEmpowering startups with capital, talent, and technology.
The 3 most prominent of 6. Browse all venture studios
Based here, most-ranked first
Universities in Brisbane
UniversityListed in 5 rankings
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Raising in Brisbane
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in Brisbane
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
- Australia's Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA)Accelerator
- Brisbane Business HubIncubator
- All accelerators
Scouting in Brisbane
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Brisbane
UQ Ventures reports Flashback's Kickstarter exceeded $800,000 after raising $80,000 in 13 minutes.
Source: Our startups - Ventures - University of QueenslandUQ Ventures describes Pollinate's platform features for hospitality venues and suppliers.
Source: Our startups - Ventures - University of QueenslandUQ Ventures describes Pollinate as a student-founded SaaS company for hospitality procurement.
Source: Our startups - Ventures - University of QueenslandStartup Genome highlights AI, data and analytics, life sciences, and cleantech.
Source: Brisbane’s Tech Ecosystem By the NumbersStartup Genome reports $10.8 billion Brisbane Ecosystem Value for July 2021–December 2023; its stated calculation uses exits and startup valuations.
Source: Brisbane’s Tech Ecosystem By the NumbersStartup Genome's 2024 report places Brisbane in the #31-40 Emerging Ecosystem band and fourth in Oceania.
Source: Brisbane’s Tech Ecosystem By the Numbers
Questions about Brisbane
How does Brisbane rank as a startup ecosystem?
Brisbane is #111 of 1,473 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 4 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Brisbane?
59 investors based in Brisbane have a profile here, including TEN13, River City Labs and Uniseed. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Brisbane?
Yes. Brisbane has 11 accelerators, 8 incubators and 6 venture studios on record, including Australia's Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA), Brisbane Business Hub and The Growth Drivers.
Which universities are in Brisbane?
One university has a profile: The University of Queensland.
Geographic proximity
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