From Mining to Tech

For decades, Perth's economy was defined by mining and resources. But a new generation of founders is leveraging that deep industry expertise to build world-class technology companies. The result is a startup ecosystem that's uniquely Perth.

Companies like Canva may have started in Sydney, but Perth is producing its own crop of success stories — particularly in mining technology, renewable energy, and agricultural innovation.

Key Players and Hubs

Spacecubed

Spacecubed remains Perth's premier startup hub, operating co-working spaces and accelerator programs from its Hay Street headquarters. Their annual Plus Eight accelerator has launched dozens of companies since its inception.

Flux

Located in the heart of the CBD, Flux is a newer entrant offering dedicated desks, meeting rooms, and regular networking events. It's become the go-to spot for early-stage founders looking to connect.

Curtin University Innovation Hub

Curtin's partnership with industry has created a pipeline of talent and research-backed startups, particularly in health tech and clean energy.

The Numbers

• Perth tech sector employment grew 23% in the last two years
• Over $400 million in venture capital was deployed to WA startups in 2025
• Remote work has attracted east coast and international talent to Perth's lifestyle-first culture

What's Next?

With the state government's WA Innovation Strategy providing grants and incentives, and Perth's timezone advantage for Asian markets, the next few years look promising. The challenge remains convincing investors that great companies can be built 4,000km from Sydney — but the results are starting to speak for themselves.