QLD: What We’re Building, Backing & Breaking Through

This event brings together people working across sport, technology, research, government and related sectors to share what’s being built, backed and breaking through across the State. You’ll hear directly from people on the ground, see emerging ideas and initiatives, and contribute your own perspective through a live ecosystem pulse designed to capture what the ecosystem is seeing, experiencing and needing right now.

The evening is designed to be open, interactive and conversational — focused on real activity, practical insights and meaningful connections rather than long presentations or formal panels.

ASTN-led Initiative in Queensland

ASTN announced new agreements with the Queensland Government’s Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) and the Department of Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games (DSROPG), to deliver a program of work aimed at strengthening Queensland’s sportstech and sports innovation ecosystem.

For further details, please see Queensland builds momentum in sports innovation with new ASTN-led initiative.

Queensland’s Science and Innovation Strategy

The Queensland Government is developing a science and innovation strategy to create jobs, boost the regions and industries, attract investment, and solve challenges.

DETSI is inviting input from industry, universities, researchers, and the community to shape a strategy that will deliver for Queensland. For further details and submit insights, please visit https://www.detsi.qld.gov.au.

What’s happening on the night

Conversations from the Coalface

A fast-paced series of short insights from a curated mix of people and organisations working across sport, technology, research and investment. These conversations shine a light on what’s being built, what’s being backed, and where real progress is being made — straight from those doing the work.

Live Ecosystem Pulse

Have your say and see what the room is saying in real time. This interactive pulse captures perspectives from across the ecosystem and helps build a shared picture of challenges, opportunities and momentum across Queensland.

Showcase & Networking

Connect with others working across sport, technology and innovation, explore ideas, and see what’s happening across the State through informal conversations and on-the-ground showcases.

• Talks All Sports
• Pitch It Up
• Kivo Motion
• Gravity Fit
• Cool Beans

Why come along

• Get a clear snapshot of what’s happening across Queensland right now
• Hear directly from people working on real-world initiatives
• Share your perspective and contribute to a live ecosystem pulse
• Build meaningful connections across sport, technology and innovation

Who should attend

This event is for people working across Queensland’s sport and innovation ecosystem — including sporting organisations, technology providers, researchers, government agencies, investors and industry partners.

Come to learn. Stay to connect. Be part of the conversation.

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