Since 2015, the Innovation & Collaboration Centre has supported early-stage startups through providing workspace, mentoring and funding. Read more about our staff and our startups.
The Innovation & Collaboration Centre is home to Venture Catalyst and the state's first space incubator program Venture Catalyst Space. These programs are designed to help founders start their business.
Eyre Power was formed in Whyalla following involvement in the Whyalla Solar Farm and the understanding of developing distributed generation system with a focus on improving power reliability to regional customers
Innovation & Collaboration Centre
“When we joined the Venture Catalyst program, it just took our name out there and put it into the global domain.” – Harrison Box, Venture Catalyst Space participant
“Venture Catalyst has been a great entry point for us to get into Australia. – Migel Tissera, Venture Catalyst Space participant
“Failures and setbacks have taught me much, so learn to fail fast and fail gracefully. – Ethan Tan, ICC Industry Expert
“Expertise informs what should be done; experience guides how to get it done. Access to both will accelerate your start-up’s journey." – Nigel O'Neill, ICC Industry Expert
“Grow your network. It’s about who you know and a global mindset. Just because it may be new or not work out locally, doesn’t mean it hasn't already been conceived elsewhere - there could be opportunities to find new connections and collaborate.” – Stephanie Wan, ICC Industry Expert