Startmate Summer '27 Accelerator

The Startmate Summer '27 Accelerator is a 14-week program for ambitious founders from Australia and New Zealand, run by Startmate.

Who can apply

• Industry agnostic; accepting ed-tech, health-tech, prop-tech, climate-tech, space-tech, fin-tech, legal-tech, etc.
• No revenue requirement; 67% had none when applying.
• Open to solo founders and teams; one founder must go full-time.
• Suitable for companies at various stages, from idea-stage to those with early revenue or who've already raised funds.
• A strong connection to Australia or New Zealand is essential.

What you get

• $120,000 AUD investment at a $1.5M post-money valuation.
• Remote-first with three in-person weeks (Week 0, mid-program, Demo Day) in Melbourne.
• Access to Australia's best mentors, operators, and founders.
• Demo Day exposure to 1,000+ investors and operators.

Timeline

• Program dates: February 1 to May 7, 2027
• Applications close on November 1, 2026

How to apply

• Submit a written application and a 90-second video.
• Applications are reviewed by five selectors.
• Interview process includes a one-hour remote interview with mentors.