Melbourne Startup Hub
Accelerate your startup’s growth and success
121 King Street (corner of Little Collins), Melbourne VIC 3000
Every founder gets it ...
You’re developing this awesome new product, but growing, attracting customers and scaling feels like climbing Everest… blindfolded.
Cash is tight, good advice is hard to find, and the right connections… feels like they’re always just out of reach. It’s enough to make even the most fired-up entrepreneur throw in the towel!
Imagine a place where startups, scaleups, corporations, and government entities combine – all with the goal of helping you grow.
Welcome to Stone & Chalk.
Stone & Chalk is your partner in growth
At Stone & Chalk, we've been helping startups like yours for nearly a decade. We're all about empowering you on your growth journey, every step of the way.
Think practical programs, experienced mentors, key introductions, plus, a whole community of fellow founders cheering you on.
Together, Stone & Chalk has grown into Australia's largest innovation community, and our founders have raised over $1 billion in capital to grow their startups.
We’ll help you turn your startup mission into commercial reality.
Welcome to your new home
Melbourne Startup Hub
121 King Street (Corner of Little Collins), Melbourne VIC 3000
Placed in the heart of Melbourne, Melbourne Startup Hub keeps you close to transport, amenities and a tech-centric community.
Enjoy 100+ coffee shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, and beautiful lunch spots all within walking distance.
✔️ 3 minute walk to the tram on Collins Street
✔️ 4 minute walk to Southern Cross station on Spencer Street
✔️ Bike storage, lockers and end of trip facilities to walk or cycle
Why Stone & Chalk Melbourne Startup Hub?
Here are just a few of the advantages you’ll have over other startups:
Build with tailored growth programs
Having a great new tech product is just the first step. The real challenge lies in turning it into a thriving business.
Our early-stage programs are designed to help you bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
We’ll help you refine your product-market fit, shape a winning business model, and develop a go-to-market strategy that attracts customers and drives sales.
Join a supportive community
A startup founder’s journey can feel like a lonely road. But it doesn't need to be.
Our community connects you with fellow founders, seasoned mentors, industry experts, corporate partners and collaborators through a series of events and initiatives tailored to foster your success.
With the right support system, no challenge is too big to overcome. And often, success follows connecting with the right people at the right time.
Get capital and funding
Struggling to attract the funding you need?
Learn how to be ‘investor ready’ for fundraising success. Receive pitch coaching and guidance tailored for both first-time and experienced founders, ensuring you're well-equipped to navigate investment requirements and due diligence processes.
And, when you’re ready, our Investor Program can simplify the process by connecting you with our network of venture capitalists, angel investors and family offices actively seeking high-potential startups like yours.
Simply plug-in and get started
Skip the weeks of lease negotiation, fitout and IT setup.
Our spaces are move-in ready, allowing you to focus on what truly matters - growing your business from day one.
All this and more is included in your membership:
- High-speed internet
- Open and closed office spaces
- 8 meeting rooms and 10+ breakout spaces
- Robust digital network infrastructure
- 24/7 building access for maximum productivity
- Business-grade printer and scanners
- Large kitchens with complimentary tea, coffee, and beer on tap
- Free access to our Sydney and Adelaide Hubs when travelling
Focus on your growth and innovation while we take care of the rest, giving you an engaged team and everything you need for success right at your fingertips.
Hear from our growing community of Victorian startups
Francois Henrion & Jaco Veldsman, Paytron
Aaron Chipper, FrankieOne
Anna Falkiner, Cropify
Choose the membership package that best suits you
Stone & Chalk Melbourne startup hub offers three tiers of resident membership:
Flexible desk
All resident benefits and use of our hub flexidesks
A flexible desk membership gives you and your team use of our flexi desks, shared with other flexible members.
✔️ Full access to the hub space
✔️ Full access to Stone & Chalk Growth programs
✔️ Exclusive invites to community events
❌ Your own personal desk
❌ Your own secure office space
$610
plus GST per person, per month
Fixed desk
All resident benefits and a dedicated desk
A fixed desk membership gives you and your team a fixed desk per person to make the space your own.
✔️ Full access to the hub space
✔️ Full access to Stone & Chalk Growth programs
✔️ Exclusive invites to community events
✔️ Your own personal desk
❌ Your own secure office space
$710
plus GST per person, per month
Secure office
All resident benefits and a private office
A secure office membership gives you and your team a secured office for additional privacy.
✔️ Full access to the hub space
✔️ Full access to Stone & Chalk Growth programs
✔️ Exclusive invites to community events
✔️ Your own personal desk
✔️ Your own secure office space
$1,680
plus GST per month
Are you a good fit?
Stone & Chalk Melbourne Startup Hub sits right at the heart of the Victorian innovation scene. We’re looking to support tech founders and their startups who…
☑️ Are developing emerging tech
☑️ Have some established measurable traction
☑️ Are aiming to grow a business and team.
☑️ Are looking to join an innovative and supportive community
If this sounds like you, we want to help you build your business right here in Melbourne.
Stone & Chalk offers the resources, connections, and support to turn your innovative idea into a thriving business.
Our promise to you
We know taking that next step can be scary.
But by joining the Stone & Chalk community, you double your startup’s chance of success.
And as you grow, we’ll work closely with you to help support you and your team at each and every stage.
Ready to start? Let's chat about how we can help your startup’s growth.
(Or contact our Community Manager Graham McCorkill)
Our team
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Dr Eike Zeller
Ecosystem Director, VIC
Fernanda Tronco Alves
Hub Operations Manager, VIC
Melissa Despostellis
Events Manager, VIC
Graham McCorkill
Startup Success & Community Manager, VIC
Don't go it alone!
Grow further and faster with Stone & Chalk Melbourne Startup Hub.
Ready to stop surviving and start thriving?
There are a limited number of spaces available, so apply today and join the Stone & Chalk community.
This is your chance to surround yourself with inspiring founders, seasoned mentors, and industry leaders who can help fast-track your personal startup success story.
The longer you wait, the more opportunities slip away. The time to act is now.
Our proven programs, unparalleled network, and fully-furnished spaces give you everything you need to launch and scale your business with laser focus.
Don't miss your chance to elevate your startup in an emerging tech community that fosters innovation and business growth.
Apply now to unlock everything your startup needs for success at Melbourne Startup Hub
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