The 2026 Ventures ilab Accelerator Chapter 2 cohort is underway, with 16 founders across 10 startups chosen from a highly competitive selection process. Supported by funding, mentorship and hands-on learning, these emerging entrepreneurs are building solutions to real-world challenges across a range of industries.
Ventures’ Empower Pre-Accelerator and ilab Accelerator programs are once again open for applications. But what exactly are these programs, and how can they help you? Let’s dive in!
Brisbane’s own Adeep Mitra and Corey Berther got the call from YC General Partner Ankit Gupta, packed their lives into suitcases, and flew to San Francisco just in time to catch the NYE fireworks. Now the rest of the world knows that Pollinate is going UP.
Pollinate, a standout startup from our community, on their acceptance into the Y Combinator Winter 2026 cohort; one of the world’s most competitive and globally recognised startup accelerators.
The ScaleUP Showcase and Pitch Night was a celebration and showcase of current ilab and Momentum communities, Ventures Accelerator and program alumni, as well as industry partners, mentors, facilitators, and startup supporters alike.
For the first time, The University of Queensland’s Ventures ilab Accelerator is partnering with the Momentum Accelerator to offer a one-of-a-kind experience for UQ-affiliated startups. This combined program supports two distinct streams, each with unique goals and funding opportunities to help get their ideas off the ground.
Discover the best of UQ’s innovation community at our upcoming Showcase event in October. Our speaker lineup features a curated mix of local and global founders, investors, industry leaders, and ecosystem builders who bring deep insight into startup growth, investment trends, and scaling ventures.
The University of Queensland (UQ) Ventures ilab Accelerator Pitch Night First Prize Winner, MyHive, is keeping loved ones connected with their up-and-coming community-powered support and communication app. Special congratulations to EiR Choice Award winner, Pollinate, and People's Choice Award winner, Aroma Armour.
