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Computational Chemistry International Scholarship
UNE SRI Founder VESI Water has collaborated with UNE to offer a PhD student an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in advanced computational chemistry techniques and computational materials within a world-class research environment with access to state-of-the-art supercomputing facilities.
Finding Solutions for Recruitment and Retention in Moree.
In Moree, a gathering of local business leaders and HR professionals tackled one of the region’s biggest challenges: recruitment and retention. With support from the Federal Government Murray–Darling Basin Economic Development Program and the NSW Government Accelerating Regional Innovation Fund, the event saw insightful discussions led by industry experts and local employers on 18 December 2023.
Pop-up Stall Success!
Young entrepreneurs from the Moree Community Library’s home-school program showcased their talents at a vibrant pop-up stall event on Thursday, December 14th, 2023.
Held at the Social Co House and funded by UNE SRI, this event marked the culmination of Term 4's business-focused educational activities led by Janeen Hunter and Reese Atchison from Moree Plains Shire Council Big Sky Library.
DIAMOND Award Merry Little Elderberry
UNE SRI Founder, Merry Little Elderberry, has won the Diamond Award at the prestigious World Taste Awards for its Organic Elderberry Kombucha.
Social Co. House opens: A hub for innovation in Moree
On the evening of Monday, December 4th, over 70 individuals, including community members, entrepreneurs, and local leaders, gathered to celebrate the official opening of Social Co. House, located in the heart of Moree CBD.
UNE SRI celebrates two years at NOVA
The community gathered to celebrate NOVA’s second birthday!
Tough talk, tender taste
The Future of Sustainable Livestock Protein event, held on National Agriculture Day on our Armidale campus (part of the UNE SMART Region Incubator’s AgriTech Futures Series).
National Agriculture Day Celebration: A Deep Dive into the Future of Sustainable Livestock Protein
On November 17th, 2023, the UNE Smart Region Incubator (SRI) recently hosted a half-day event titled 'The Future of Sustainable Livestock Protein: Tough Talk, Tender Taste.'
The event, held in celebration of National Agriculture Day, brought together industry experts, producers, and researchers to discuss the challenges and opportunities in sustainable livestock protein production.
Annual founders survey
Looking back on the accomplishments of 2023, we feel incredibly proud and grateful for the UNE SMART Region Incubator (SRI) community. Our visionary founders have reached remarkable milestones, making this year a testament to growth, resilience, and positive changes.
Drought-Resilient Business Planning Workshop Unleashes New Revenue Streams
Our most recent SMART Session in Moree tackled the challenges faced by businesses dealing with unpredictable weather patterns and economic uncertainties. "Thriving in Challenging Times: Drought-Resilient Business Planning" was the focus of a 3.5-hour session led by business strategist Brooke Alexander on 22nd November.
SMART Session prepares founders to be investible
Founders keen to identify funding opportunities, learn when to raise, and how to connect with investors gained valuable insight by attending a recent UNE SRI SMART Session at NOVA…
Monthly MeetUps connecting community
“By gathering people and encouraging conversation we are building community. Importantly, we are also creating a space where ideas might spark or next steps may be revealed - a safe space for innovation!”…