Start Here: Your launch point for the Sunshine Coast innovation pathway

Start Here: Your launch point for the Sunshine Coast innovation pathway will take flight at Innovation @ Altitude, a new monthly series designed to showcase, connect, and strengthen the Sunshine Coast’s innovation and tech ecosystem. This first event aims to demystify this ecosystem, offering a practical, grounded introduction to the people, networks, and opportunities shaping innovation and entrepreneurship on the Coast today.

Whether you’ve just arrived on the Coast or you’re curious about the region’s momentum, Start Here gives you a clear take off point to navigate the networks, talent and activity shaping innovation on the Sunshine Coast today. You’ll meet the people driving the early-stage ecosystem - grassroots groups, founders, industry champions, coworking hubs, and innovation-minded businesses, plus you’ll gain a straightforward guide on how to plug in.

Innovation is happening here. This event shines a light on the individuals and organisations building that momentum, making it easier for founders to find collaborators, investors to understand the landscape, and industry to connect with emerging capability that will take you from ground zero to 30,000 feet.

The 'Start Here' event is the launch of the Innovation @ Altitude event series taking place throughout 2026.

About Innovation @ Altitude

Innovation @ Altitude is a curated event series designed to showcase regional innovation, foster cross-sector collaboration, and position the Maroochydore City Centre as a leading innovation precinct. The program connects industry leaders, founders, investors, and government to accelerate industry development and attract investment to the Sunshine Coast. Through thought-provoking panels, fireside chats, live technology demonstrations, and strategic networking, Innovation @ Altitude provides a platform for bold ideas, emerging technologies, and collaborative solutions that drive economic growth and talent development.

Innovation @ Altitude is proudly brought to you by Sunshine Coast Council in collaboration with local business and industry networks.