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Live Ideas
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We believe that ideas matter. They are the starting point of world-changing solutions to the key challenges that our communities face today.
Live Ideas is a place for the thinkers, problem-solvers and change-makers. It’s designed to enable industry, community, researchers and educators to activate their ideas and create positive change.
Programs and services
Live Ideas' programs and services are designed to support students, staff, communities and alumni to build entrepreneurial skills that can transform ideas to impact.
Start-ups and established businesses
The Live Ideas' Innovate Series provides workshops, digital resources and professional development opportunities to support you through your entrepreneurial journey.
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Researchers and HDR students
In collaboration with the Southern Cross University Office of Research, Live Ideas is offering professional development opportunities to help support the commercialisation of research for impact.
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Current students
Live Ideas provides students opportunities to realise their entrepreneurial capabilities and work directly with industry to build solutions for the challenges of the future.
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Educators
Are you a teacher? The Southern Cross University Electric Kombi Conversion Curriculum Package is a suite of 30 lesson plans to help your students learn more about electric vehicles and this conversion project, aligned with the iSTEM program outcomes and objectives. Download now.
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Resources
The Impact Forum: Circular Economy
The Impact Forum brought together leading voices to accelerate the development and adoption of circular economy solutions and facilitate new industry connections for businesses.
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Innovative business opportunities in a circular economy
SCU Buzz host sat down with the experts to discuss how a circular economy differs from waste management, the new business models it can create and how individuals can make a difference.
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Business Bites Podcast Series
A podcast series that discusses, evaluates and explores all the factors that contribute to making a successful business.
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News
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We’re talking rubbish at the 2023 Circular Economy Impact Forum
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Transforming ideas into impact through Live Ideas
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More opportunities for clever businesses in final round of Innovation Challenge
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Southern Cross University launches second Innovation Districts Covid-19 Challenge
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Past Events
Going Circular: Rethinking Plastics in Your Business
Southern Cross University hosted a free webinar in collaboration with the NSW EPA to help small businesses transition their plastic use into a circular economy.
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The Innovate Series: The Business of Waste
Can we build businesses that help regenerate the planet?
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The Innovate Series: Navigating IP and Commercialisation
Hear from business leaders who have navigated successful IP and commercialisation journeys and demystify the process and opportunities available to businesses.
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Collaborate and connect
Get in touch below and learn more about our programs, collaborate with students, become a mentor or partner with Live Ideas.
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