Alumni stories

DJAARA is a representative body for the Dja Dja Wurrung People of Central Victoria. The body and its enterprises have enhanced initiatives in environmental care, cultural practices, and community development, ensuring the strength and sustainability of Dja Dja Wurrung heritage.

Founded in 2017, VA Institute offers comprehensive training and support for virtual assistants, providing a tangible "business in a box". VA Institute delivers training that's grounded in real industry experience. Its comprehensive programs equip participants with the skills and resources they need to launch fully operational virtual assistant businesses.

Hey Lemonade, founded by Lucy Durack and Elise McCann, is an app that helps users manage stress and build resilience to tackle smaller mental health issues in a practical way. Overseen by psychologists, Hey Lemonade provides quick pep talks that are used by individuals, corporate workplaces, and schools for effective mental health management.

Medmate, founded by Dr. Ganesh Naidoo, is a national virtual care platform offering Australian patients access to registered doctors, prescriptions, and medical advice daily until 11 PM. It aims to improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency, particularly for remote areas, by leveraging technology for highly-personal and on-demand care.

Headquartered in Hobart, Heyday is a medicinal cannabis company that aims to evolve healthcare by empowering patients with a new approach to better health. The business offers unique treatments prescribed by over 380 professionals across Australia and supports more than 6,000 patients. Founded by Dr. Jim Connell, Phoebe Macleod, Alastair Macleod, Sam Holt, and Dr. Andrew Wilson, Heyday prides itself on innovation, patient care, and sustainable cannabis medicine.

Meke Baby enables safe and convenient feeding for babies through its portable milk warming device that allows parents to heat liquids anytime, anywhere without additional equipment. Its solution utilises a temperature control processor which heats liquids slowly and accurately, with the ability to retain heat for up to nine hours.

Founded in 2016, Proptech Labs is a technology company offering innovative solutions to the property management industry including property inspections, maintenance management and invoice automation. The company uses AI and machine learning to enhance efficiency and accuracy, cloud computing to ensure scalability and accessibility, and advanced analytics to provide customer behaviour insights for its clients. 

NTEX is a resource recovery company that transforms potential environmental liabilities into valuable resources in the Northern Territory. Their flagship project, NTEX Code Red, converts waste concrete and tyres into reusable materials. Its advanced recycling technology and consultancy services drive sustainability and enhance environmental stewardship.