Monash Council Launches Start Up, Invest and Grow for Local Businesses
Published on 18 March 2025
Monash Council has launched 'Start Up, Invest and Grow in Monash', a new program designed to empower entrepreneurs, startups and businesses in the City of Monash.
Running throughout May in partnership with Monash Precinct Network, the initiative offers local businesses a chance to connect with Monash's world-class research institutions, robust infrastructure and powerful networks.
Businesses can choose from a series of events and workshops to engage with industry leaders, tour the Monash National Employment and Innovation Cluster, gain insight into funding pathways, explore digital transformation strategies and more.
"With a thriving community of over 200,000 residents and the largest concentration of jobs outside Melbourne's CBD, Monash is a hub of innovation and economic activity, and a premier location for businesses to start and invest," said Monash Mayor, Cr Paul Klisaris.
"We are home to world-class businesses across a range of industries, and our 'Start Up, Invest and Grow' program is a testament to Council’s commitment to fostering the region's economic innovation".
Program highlights
Businesses are welcome to attend multiple sessions across and encouraged to register early to secure their spot. Eligibility requirements may apply to some events and spaces are limited.
Learn more and explore the full program
Program calendar
Download the full program calendar(PDF, 802KB)