Innovate at Charles Sturt Showcase 2025

Join us on 11 June at the Riverina Playhouse (Wagga Wagga NSW) for an inspiring evening as we celebrate two programs: The First Nations Innovator's Program - A culmination of a 10-week entrepreneurial journey rooted in First Nations wisdom and Charles Sturt University’s participation in the Australian Government’s Startup Year program - an eight-month initiative empowering recently graduated university students to launch impact-driven ventures.The event kicks off at 5:30pm.

First Nations Innovator's Program

This final showcase night highlights innovative business ventures from local First Nations entrepreneurs who have combined traditional knowledge with modern entrepreneurial practices. These businesses are not just about commercial success—they are about creating sustainable opportunities that resonate deeply with our communities and honour ancestral heritage.

Come and support these emerging leaders as they present their culturally grounded ventures. It's a unique opportunity to witness the power of Indigenous innovation and to connect with a community committed to transforming and uplifting our peoples.

Start up Year

Rooted in regional innovation, the program combined accredited learning with hands-on venture development, connecting participants to a powerful network of mentors from creative industries, fintech, Indigenous enterprise, and social impact - 60% are based in regional communities.The showcase is a chance to explore bold solutions to sustainability, inclusion, and community resilience, and to meet the future leaders shaping change from the regions out.

Be part of this celebration of growth, culture, and the spirit of entrepreneurship.
Reserve your spot now!