Join Moreton Bay's Startup Lab - Cohort 1 is now live

Apply to be part of a 9-month, equity-free startup incubator designed to help founders turn early ideas into credible, evidence-led ventures.

Up to 10 founders or early-stage companies will be selected to participate in the Moreton Bay Startup Lab: Cohort 1, a high-commitment incubator delivered as part of the Innovate Moreton Bay program.

The Lab supports founders who have moved beyond pure idea speculation and are ready to test real problems, build evidence, and make disciplined decisions about what to build next.

This is not an events series.

It is not theory-heavy.

And it is not about chasing hype.

It is structured, practical, and designed for founders who are ready to do the work.

Program snapshot

Through hands-on coaching, peer accountability, and evidence-led experimentation, founders test real problems, validate solutions, and graduate with clarity, traction, and confidence to grow in the City of Moreton Bay.

Duration: 9-months from March - November 2026

Time commitment: Minimum 4 hours per week

Format: Mix of in-person and online

Location: Primarily North Lakes (Digital Studio / co-working), with online session

Cohort size: Up to 10 founders or companies

Cost: Free and equity-free (valued support)