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Victoria's startup ecosystem is set to benefit from a $5.1 million investment by LaunchVic into six of Australia's leading entrepreneurship programs.
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New Grants to unlock crucial capital for Victorian Startups
LaunchVic has released two grant rounds offering VC funds and angel groups up to $300,000 to set up in Victoria and back local startups.
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25 Jul 2025

LaunchVic backs new VC funds and startup programs with $3.75M boost

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LaunchVic has announced a $3.75 million investment to strengthen the state’s startup ecosystem, backing venture capital funds, university-led entrepreneurship programs and community events.

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