Startup World Cup Queensland Final – Applications Are Closed

This is your chance to claim the title of Queensland’s Best Startup - and take your place on the world stage.

For the first time, the City of Moreton Bay is hosting the Startup World Cup Queensland Final, part of the largest startup competition on the planet. The winner will go on to represent our state at the Global Grand Finale in Silicon Valley for a shot at USD $1 million in investment.

We're looking for Queensland’s boldest, brightest, most investable startups.


Pitch in City of Moreton Bay. Win in Silicon Valley.

Are you building something bold? Ready to take the global stage?


The City of Moreton Bay is proud to host the Startup World Cup Queensland Final, giving one founder the opportunity to pitch live at the Grand Finale in Silicon Valley for a chance to win USD $1 million in investment.

This is more than a pitch competition- it's a launchpad. And we’re looking for Queensland’s most promising startups to take part.

Why Enter?

  • Claim the title of Queensland’s Best Startup, 2025
  • Pitch live in front of top investors, advisors, and decision-makers
  • Qualify to Participate in the Startup World Cup Global Final in San Francisco
  • Join alumni from 60+ countries competing for global recognition and $1M

This is more than a trophy - it’s a pathway to pitch rooms, press, and partnerships that can change your trajectory.

Who We’re Looking For

Founders and startups who:

  • Are based in Queensland
  • Have a validated product or high-growth potential
  • Are ready to scale and attract investment
  • Want to proudly represent their state on a global stage
  • Teams eager to pitch live in front of investors and decision-makers

How to Apply

Submit your application via the form below. It’s quick and founder-friendly.

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:59 PM, Sunday 29 June 2025

How to Attend?

Come along and see what it’s all about.
Join us on Tuesday 29 July at the City of Moreton Bay’s Startup World Cup Final to connect, be inspired, and get a front-row seat to Queensland’s boldest ideas.

Event info & tickets here

Activities

Dates

Application round open

Thurs 29 May

Application round closed

Sun 29 Jun

Finalists contacted and announced

Week commencing Mon 7 Jul

Capital Strategy and Pitch Preparation Workshops

Tues 15 Jul + Tues 22 Jul

Queensland Finals Event

Tues 29 Jul


Important information for applicants

All successful finalists must be available to:

Pitch live in person at the Startup World Cup Queensland Final

  • Tuesday 29 July 2025, 6-9 pm
  • City of Moreton Bay, UniSC Moreton Bay Campus
  • Attend two mandatory online workshops to prepare for the final:

Capital Strategy and Pitch Preparation Workshops

  • Tuesday 15 July and Tuesday 22 July
  • 3-hour sessions (times TBC)
  • Held via Zoom
  • These sessions are designed to help you refine your pitch, strengthen your capital strategy, and show up with impact on stage.


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This Innovate Moreton Bay initiative is proudly brought to you by the City of Moreton Bay, in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures, Creative HQ, University of Sunshine Coast.


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Innovation in Moreton Bay

Innovate Moreton Bay and City of Moreton Bay remain dedicated to fostering innovation in the city. Google for Growth is just one example of their ongoing commitment to the Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS), which includes the objective of Moreton Bay becoming and maintaining its position as a top ten regional innovation hub.

For more information about Council’s innovation programs, visit: www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/innovation