GC Startups
About GC Startups
IntroducingWhat GC Startups is, why we are doing it and who is behind it.Global LaunchpadHow the Gold Coast can work as a base for Asia-Pacific and the world.OpportunitiesPeople and business opportunities in the community.
Join GC Startups
Build
StartupsPeople starting a company on the Gold Coast, from first idea to first customers.Scaleups and businessesCompanies with traction, and established businesses ready for Evolution 5.
Back and support
InvestorsAngels, funds and family offices who want early sight of what is being built.Ecosystem supportersBuilders, mentors, experts, sponsors and partners who help the region build.
How it works together

Every group in the community gives something the others need. Pick the one that fits you today.

You can change later. We would rather you start than wait for the perfect label.

Not sure where you fit?

Tell us what you are building or looking for and we will point you to the right place.

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Ecosystem
Why GCWhy the Gold Coast is ready, and why now.Modelling the world’s bestWhat the great startup communities did, and what we are taking from them.Our visionA community that shapes this region and the country.
Events
Insights
BlogsArticles on entrepreneurs, building ventures and the Gold Coast scene. PodcastsConversations with entrepreneurs and builders on building companies in the age of agents. White & Black PapersResearch and long-form papers on startup ecosystems and the SynAgentic economy.
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Governance and compliance

Investment and financial disclaimer

What GC Startups is not, and what to do before making any investment decision.

Last updated 6 November 2026

GC Startups is not a fund

GC Startups is a community initiative. It is not an investment fund, a managed investment scheme or a broker, and it does not raise or hold money from investors.

No financial product advice

Nothing on this site is financial product advice, an offer, an invitation or a recommendation to buy, sell or invest in any security, company or financial product. We do not consider your objectives, financial situation or needs.

Introductions only

Where we introduce entrepreneurs and investors, we do so as a community connector. Any investment is a separate decision between the parties. We do not take part in negotiating, arranging or advising on it, and we do not receive payment for introductions.

Investing in early stage companies is risky

Startups and early stage companies carry a high risk of failure. You can lose all the money you invest, and it can be hard to sell your investment. Past results of any company, person or program mentioned here do not predict future results.

Get independent advice

Before you make any investment or financial decision, get advice from a licensed financial adviser, accountant or lawyer who knows your circumstances.

Forward-looking statements

Statements about the future, including plans for the Gold Coast ecosystem, are opinions and intentions. Actual outcomes may differ materially.

Contact

Questions: support@v1scale.com.

GC Startups

A community for Gold Coast and South East Queensland startups, scaleups, investors and ecosystem supporters, shaping the region together.

An initiative of V1 Scale, a Gold Coast based SynAgentic Venture Builder.

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GC Startups is a community initiative. It is not an investment fund and does not give financial advice. Images on this site are AI-generated illustrations.