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GROWTH ACADEMY
We all know the pull of searching for answers online, to fix what needed solving - yesterday. But when it's time to hit the ground running, nothing beats the reassurance of a real voice cheering you on. That's exactly why we've designed Growth Academy, a hyper-tactical learning environment that fosters peer-to-peer knowledge sharing to help our community navigate the future together.
Across three stages, you’ll find opportunities for personal and professional growth: the Deal Room for building relationships and exploring new opportunities, the Growth Pavilion to elevate your skills and mindset, and the Imaginarium—a creative space for unleashing bold ideas.
GARDEN PARTY
Join us in the enchanting Garden of Unearthly Delights, where you'll connect, converse, and celebrate after your day of learning together. It will be a warm and welcome embrace that will continue through your _SOUTHSTART experience.
We're whisking you away from Lot Fourteen in Adelaide CBD and welcoming you to Serafino Winery in McLaren Vale. Crafted to inspire genuine connections, powerful insights, and moments of renewal, this day offers space to pause, breathe, and explore the "why" behind our work—gaining fresh perspectives across business, creativity, technology, science, and impact.
- Conversations will unfold in every corner—whether through structured formats across our 3 x stages, or spontaneous moments that create lasting bonds.
- Mindfulness activities will offer moments to recharge, clear your mind, and find balance - while forging deeper connections.
- Bookable one-on-one sessions with founders, investors, and industry experts will help you foster strategic discussions and authentic connections.
Whether you’re a quiet observer drawn to deep dialogue, a social butterfly finding your tribe, or balancing work and life - there'll be something for you. When it's time to leave, you’ll carry a renewed sense of clarity, purpose, and community—a catalyst for rethinking how we grow, connect, and move forward, together.
Elevate your _SOUTHSTART experience with the exclusive Breathe Easy Overnight Package. Join us for a one-night stay in McLaren Vale, following the conclusion of your Serafino experience. With this package, your ticket includes round-trip transportation from Adelaide to Serafino and a seamless overnight stay at the McLaren Vale Motel, just 3 km from the festival.
No need to worry about a thing—our luggage concierge will handle your bags from the moment you leave Adelaide, so you can head straight into the festival stress-free. At the end of the day, a shuttle will whisk you back to the hotel for a restful night, and bring you to your selected summit the next dy. And breathe… everything is taken care of.
Note: This package includes only accommodation and travel coordination—festival sessions, activities, and staff are not included beyond the festival closing at 9pm on March 5th at Serafino.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Fleurieu Peninsula, the Industry Summits offer an unparalleled chance to dive into the topics that drive your industry forward. With carefully curated, community-focused content, these summits are designed for rich dialogue, actionable insights, and industry-specific strategies. You’ll be welcomed into an environment that mirrors the region’s warmth and hospitality, fostering connections that endure and collaborations that thrive long after the event.
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Join _SOUTHSTART & Future Anything for a transformative day designed exclusively for educators who are ready to reshape classrooms, invigorate curriculum, and reimagine assessments. You'll come together forward-thinking teachers and education leaders for immersive sessions centered on building practical capabilities, embracing new curriculum updates, and transforming assessments into uplifting experiences that celebrate student growth.
In a world where technological sovereignty is pivotal, the Sovereign Technologies Summit delves into the frontiers of space, defence, cybersecurity, and quantum innovations. This gathering brings together visionaries shaping Australia’s strategic capabilities, exploring opportunities and challenges that lie at the intersection of cutting-edge tech and national resilience. Engage in thought-provoking conversations over a long lunch with experts and peers driving the future of sovereignty and technology.
This important summit will drive the global transition towards sustainable energy and reducing the environmental footprint of industrial processes. It will showcase breakthroughs in renewable energy, carbon capture, and the development of green metals, positioning Australia as a global leader in net-zero solutions. By addressing urgent decarbonisation challenges with leading voices across the nation, we will push the frontier on clean energy innovations that can reshape global energy markets.
The future of health is here. Come and explore the breakthroughs shaping life sciences, from medical devices to cutting-edge biotech and personalised health solutions. Enjoy conversations with experts pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation, and network with those committed to transforming the future of human health and well-being over a curated lunch experience.
For those who are curious, open-minded, or simply looking to unwind, the Community Summit offers a refreshing escape by the beach. If you're sector-agnostic or eager to explore outside traditional boundaries, this summit provides an open and relaxed atmosphere to connect, reflect, and engage in free-spirited conversations about the ideas that matter to you—all while enjoying a laid-back coastal lunch.
Where creativity meets technology, the Creative Technologies Summit explores the transformative power of AI, digital media, and cultural innovation. Join artists, technologists, and culture-makers for an inspiring lunch experience that unravels the possibilities of the creative industries. From digital art to immersive experiences, this summit is your gateway to understanding how tech is reshaping the stories we tell and the world we live in.
Focusing on the future of sustainable agriculture and food production, this forum will explore cutting-edge innovations in precision farming, synthetic biology, and methods that enhance global food security. It will tackle the challenges posed by climate change, resource constraints, and population growth, offering solutions to create a resilient agricultural sector capable of sustaining future demands.
We are thrilled to extend a special invitation to you to be part of POLLINATE, an exclusive two-day program within the _SOUTHSTART 2025 festival, happening on March 5-6.
This premier event is designed to unite the brightest minds in the agrifoodtech community, innovators, producers, investors, and industry leaders, creating a space to build meaningful connections, drive commercialisation, and showcase the latest advancements in agricultural technology.
POLLINATE is proudly supported by Agrifutures, aligning with their commitment to accelerating growth and innovation in Australian agritech. We believe your expertise and passion for shaping the future of agrifoodtech will be a perfect fit for this exclusive cohort.
We’d be honored to have you join us for this groundbreaking initiative. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience.
