Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Discover how Council is supporting innovation and entrepreneurs through events, programs, grant opportunities and industry introductions.
The Sunshine Coast Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS) provides a 20-year vision and blueprint for sustainable economic growth – prioritising development through innovation, research and digital participation.
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Our region has a unique entrepreneurial ecosystem where industry contemporaries collaborate, and where innovation, new ideas, entrepreneurs and startups are actively supported and encouraged.
The Sunshine Coast has a collaborative and dynamic startup community supported by a number of incubators, accelerators, test & trial programs, maker and co-working spaces.
Find funding and grant opportunities to grow your idea, project or business.
Immerse yourself in FWD›››FEST 25, the entrepreneurial and innovation festival. Whether you’re launching an idea, scaling a business, or seeking transformative connections, FWD›››FEST is where visionaries come to thrive.
Find the resources to overcome challenges and support your business growth on Level Up.
The Sunshine Coast region boasts a wide range of programs and events for young people highlighting STEM career pathways, innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership programs.