MAIN DAY & OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCE

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9PM
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_SOUTHSTART is an investment in the intangible. Join us for an extraordinary meeting of minds, at a time and in a culture that needs it most. We recommend purchasing a package to save $$ but for those short on time, we also have day tickets available.

Main Day Departure Lounge & Bus Adventure
09:00
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10:00
Gather at Lot Fourteen, the beginning of your MAIN DAY journey! Munch on morning delicacies, regroup and get jazzed about the amazing adventure ahead.
Welcome & Official Opening
10:00
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10:30
Join us for the official welcome into your MAIN DAY experience. This will include a welcome to the country where we will gather and celebrate the people who have forged the foundations upon which we are now able to grow.
Health & Wellbeing activities
10:30
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16:30
With a range of restorative activities—from sound baths and meditation to guided breathwork and mindfulness workshops—we're creating ample space to help you find calm amidst the festival’s dynamic energy. Here, you’ll have time to breathe, reflect, and reset, fostering a balanced mind for sharper thinking and open creativity.
Conversations
10:30
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16:30
What does our planet look like in 2050? How did we get there? How did we shape the cultural alignment needed to bring our people together, for the betterment of our collective future on planet earth? Every conversation—whether guided or unexpected— will provide the chance to connect deeply, share bold ideas, and spark new possibilities. The caliber and diversity of our attendees offers a unique opportunity to engage with the thought leaders shaping the future, in an environment that encourages genuine insight sharing & growth.
Investor Office Hours
10:30
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16:30
Don’t miss the chance to participate in Investor Office Hours at _SOUTHSTART (limited places 'no application required' offered to the first ticket holders) where you’ll have the unique opportunity to connect one-on-one with top investors. This session offers founders an intimate setting to ask pressing questions, receive personalised feedback, and build meaningful relationships with potential backers. Whether you're looking for funding or seeking guidance, these tailored conversations are designed to help you make the most of your investor connections and elevate your business to the next level
Experts in Residence
10:30
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16:30
Here, you’ll have an opportunity to sit down with industry leaders and seasoned mentors for personalised, one-on-one or small-group conversations. Whether you're seeking advice on scaling your business, navigating legal challenges, refining your strategy, or diving into a specific problem, this session is designed to give you tailored insights and actionable guidance. Get ready to tap into expert knowledge and walk away with valuable recommendations to propel your journey forward.
Sundowners and Entertainment
16:30
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18:00
Rolling Departure
18:00
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21:00
We'll be operating an hourly coach service taking you back to Adelaide CBD. If you need to travel to the airport, please organise a taxi in advance.
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Moira Were
Mayor
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Pat Stewart
Pat Stewart
State Manager
Radium Capital
Sid Kasbekar
Sid Kasbekar
Investor
Airtree Ventures
Sophie Robertson
Sophie Robertson
Partner, Head of Investor Relations
TEN13
Adam Said
Adam Said
Venture Capital Investor
Octopus Ventures
Dr Matt Agnew
Dr Matt Agnew
Founder / Science Communicator
Shilpa Mohan
Shilpa Mohan
Head of Operations
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Rowan Simpson
Rowan Simpson
Managing Director
Hoku Group
Mike Kelly
Mike Kelly
Founder / Meditation Teacher
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Matt Allen
Matt Allen
Head of Capital and co-founder
Tractor
Dave Murphy
Dave Murphy
Founder | Flow State Specialist
Jocelyn Neumuller
Jocelyn Neumuller
Paralympian, Board Director & Lawyer
Sierra Legal
Simon Thomsen
Simon Thomsen
Editor
Startup Daily
Antonia Ruffell
Antonia Ruffell
Startgiving
CEO
Steve King
Steve King
Director of Business Impact, Program Lead at Pledge 1% in APAC
Atlassian
Maureen Humes
Maureen Humes
Spirit in Unity
Co-Founder
Naomi Hicks
Naomi Hicks
Co-Founder
Spirit in Unity
Moira Were
Moira Were
Mayor
City Of Onkaparinga & Mclarenvale and fleurieu coast | Collab4Good,
Pat Stewart
Pat Stewart
State Manager
Radium Capital
Sid Kasbekar
Sid Kasbekar
Investor
Airtree Ventures
Sophie Robertson
Sophie Robertson
Partner, Head of Investor Relations
TEN13
Adam Said
Adam Said
Venture Capital Investor
Octopus Ventures
Dr Matt Agnew
Dr Matt Agnew
Founder / Science Communicator
Shilpa Mohan
Shilpa Mohan
Head of Operations
ProcurePro
Rowan Simpson
Rowan Simpson
Managing Director
Hoku Group
Mike Kelly
Mike Kelly
Founder / Meditation Teacher
Unmapped Media
Matt Allen
Matt Allen
Head of Capital and co-founder
Tractor
Dave Murphy
Dave Murphy
Founder | Flow State Specialist
Jocelyn Neumuller
Jocelyn Neumuller
Paralympian, Board Director & Lawyer
Sierra Legal
Simon Thomsen
Simon Thomsen
Editor
Startup Daily
Antonia Ruffell
Antonia Ruffell
Startgiving
CEO
Steve King
Steve King
Director of Business Impact, Program Lead at Pledge 1% in APAC
Atlassian
Maureen Humes
Maureen Humes
Spirit in Unity
Co-Founder
Naomi Hicks
Naomi Hicks
Co-Founder
Spirit in Unity