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Where Australian startups succeed
Grow your startup faster in workspaces that give you expert advice, support and connections.
Workspaces and support for tech startups
Build your business alongside founders, with access to the people, programs and opportunities to help you grow.
Stone & Chalk is an Australian not-for-profit organisation supporting technology startups and scaleups. Through our hubs in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, we bring founders together with mentors, investors, industry experts and corporate partners.
Choose a flexible desk, dedicated desk or private office and join as a resident member. Through your membership, you can take part in our founder community, access growth programs and connect with people who can help you take your next step.
Who is Stone & Chalk for?
Stone & Chalk is for startups and scaleups building their own technology, with founders who are serious about growing their business.
You might be developing your product, finding customers, hiring your first employees or expanding into new markets. You’ll be a good fit if you want practical advice, relevant connections and a community you can contribute to as well as learn from.
Tell us what you’re building, where you want to take it and what support your team needs.
Grow confidently with the right support
Work alongside founders who understand the demands of building a business. Share advice, ask for help and meet potential collaborators through daily conversations and regular community gatherings.
Get help to explain your product’s value, reach new customers, prepare to sell to larger organisations, and attract investment. Through our growth programs and network, explore opportunities to connect with investors, corporate partners and enter new markets.
Work through business challenges with mentors and industry experts. Get advice, test your thinking and build the skills to make informed decisions as your business grows.
Get guidance on hiring and developing your team with growth programs. Work through the challenges of finding the right people, supporting your employees and building a workplace where they can do their best work.
Running an office is a full-time job. Skip the stress and work from a space built for startups. We take care of the everyday essentials, from fast internet and meeting rooms to cleaning and maintenance, so you can focus on your customers, your team and your next stage of growth.
Growth programs for startups
Unlock your next progression as a business, individual, and founder with tailored programs supporting you.
Mentoring & support
Receive guidance and coaching from our subject matter experts, and access high-value suppliers to meet your specific business needs.
Capital & funding
Raise the capital required to grow your business and benefit from tailored capital & funding programs.
Customer & markets
Receive the expertise you need to understand, attract and grow your customer base. Prepare for the high demands of corporate and government customers.
People & culture
Find the right talent and confidently develop and retain the right team that fosters a healthy workplace and culture of success.
Resident stories
Anna Falkiner, Cropify
Francois Henrion and Jacob Veldsman, Paytron
Aaron Chipper, FrankieOne
Our community
Be part of a community that comes together to support each other and share learnings in a way not possible anywhere else in Australia.
Events & Masterclasses
Expand your knowledge with masterclasses led by experts, industry networking opportunities and national events every month.
Founder Circles
Founder Circles are regular catch-ups between a small cohort of founders. They provide a safe space for you to share and get support from other founders.
Sweet Spots
Join our Sweet Spots to stay informed about what's happening within the startup and scaleup community, share news on your recent wins and announce new arrivals in the hubs. Get to know and network with your fellow founders.
Chalk Chills
Take your foot off the pedal at the end-of-fortnight celebrations. Chalk Chills offer a great opportunity for your team to meet other startups' team members over delicious food and drinks.
... and lots more. Download our brochure with full information on how we can help your venture.
Get started with our free startup guides
Capital Raising for Startups
Free Guide
When and why you raise capital will be unique to your startup. This comprehensive guide to raising capital will help you navigate the journey better.
Unlocking Employee No. 2
Free Guide
This guide helps answer the tricky questions every founder with a growing business faces – who should be my first hire? And what should I look for in my first few employees?
Our locations
Melbourne Startup Hub
121 King Street (corner of Little Collins), Melbourne, VIC 3000
Adelaide Startup Hub
Marnirni-apinthi Building, Lot 14, North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
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