New Ventures
Fast-track your quantum startup journey
New Ventures is Quantum Australia’s national program to activate and support quantum entrepreneurship.
Whether you’re a researcher, innovator or entrepreneur or simply have a bold quantum idea, New Ventures is your opportunity to fast-track it into an investable business, with expert guidance, practical workshops and the backing of a powerful national network.
➔ Start your journey
We’re committed to accelerating the commercialisation of quantum and quantum-adjacent technologies, positioning Australian quantum startups for global success.
Moving from lab to market isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone.
The New Ventures Programs gives you access to expert advice, tailored workshops, and entrepreneurship training to help you build a clear, confident commercial pathway for your quantum innovation.
Best of all? It’s free to participate, includes discretionary financial support, and you retain full ownership of your IP.
Two pathways, one powerful community
NewQ: Discovery Stage
Pre-Accelerator
The NewQ Program helps early-stage quantum innovators fast-track their ideas from concept to commercial reality.
NewQ is specifically designed to tackle the unique challenges of exploring commercialisation pathways for quantum innovations.
In just eight weeks, you’ll go on a customer discovery journey to validate your problem, explore market opportunities, and build investor-ready foundations, with expert coaching every step of the way.
Upon successful completion, each team may be eligible for a discretionary $10,000 award to help propel their idea forward and start a new venture.
NextQ Accelerator: Quantum Venture Support and Creation
The NextQ Program is a 20-week, non-equity, project funded accelerator program to help advanced quantum ventures transition from technical validation to market and investor readiness.
Built for high-potential newly incorporated quantum startups, NextQ provides project funding of up to $200,000 (non-equity) alongside structured mentorship, weekly accountability, and milestone-driven support.
The program connects founders with quantum industry leaders, deep-tech investors, and commercial experts to refine their market positioning, governance, funding strategy, and growth roadmap.
Focusing on real-world commercialisation, investor readiness, and industry engagement, the New Ventures Programs give you the resources and support you need to thrive in the global quantum ecosystem. Join us in shaping the future of quantum innovation.
Get in touch
Need more information?
Our team can answer your questions about eligibility, time commitment, and what you can expect week to week. We’ll walk you through how the program works in practice and what kind of support is available.
Intern
Work alongside a New Ventures team as an intern, providing practical support where it’s needed most. Gain valuable real-world experience and expand your own professional network.