What a fantastic day at the recent Invest Rural one-day event hosted in Bathurst by Investment NSW as part of their “Fostering Innovation Sponsorship Program” — where rural curiosity and ambition truly meet investor opportunity.
A big congratulations to the organisers — Jo Palmer, Claire Bull and Dave LT — for bringing together rural startups and scale-ups, investors, and ecosystem leaders in such an engaging forum.
Thanks to all of the panellists who generously shared their time, insights and experience, and to the sponsors whose support made this event possible. Arming participants with the tools, knowledge and confidence to engage with capital and accelerate growth.
It was a real pleasure to meet so many extraordinary people and reconnect with the fabulous Kristy Withers (SBE Australia Alum), Hamish Munro (Innovate with nbn® Australia winner) and Lana Nicholson (Business NSW 2025 Business Awards, Excellence in Large Business winner).
Being part of an event designed to unlock capital for regional innovation reminds us that the future of growth isn’t just in the big cities — it’s everywhere. Here’s to more moments when rural innovation takes centre stage.
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