Innovation showcase
The Moreton Bay Region’s thriving innovation ecosystem is made up of a variety of talented people and businesses across a range of different businesses and industries.
These case studies showcase our highly innovative local companies and people.
STEM Punks
STEM Punks video transcript
Check out how the amazing team at STEM Punks are teaching kids right around the globe from a garage in Samford.
Their mission is to future-proof our kids. From drone flying workshops to learning how to make robotics, this award-winning business helps kids develop skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in a fun and interactive environment.
Blacklight Entertainment
Blacklight Entertainment video transcript
The Moreton Bay Region is fast-attracting businesses savvy with entrepreneurship and innovation. Home to the game-developing company which brought you Golf With Your Friends, Blacklight Interactive is leading the way when it comes to digital enrichment. The three brothers behind Blacklight Interactive created the multiplayer mini golf game from their home in Moreton Bay. In 2020 they sold it to UK company, Team 17, for an impressive $22 million. With all eyes on the digital space today, how can the next generation not be inspired by these three?
Spatial Innovation
Spatial Innovation video transcript
Spatial Innovation is a Moreton Bay-based business specialising in spatial technologies, using digital mapping tools to turn geographic data from a wide range of sources into valuable online products. Earlier this year, Spatial Innovation received funding from Advance Queensland’s Ignite Ideas fund, to commercialise their Flood Query portal and market their product to regional and rural councils. Spatial Innovation’s success will support Moreton Bay’s Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS) by supporting future innovation from within the region, boosting economic strategies by leveraging innovative collaborators and providing a strong foundation for current, emerging and future innovation sectors within the region.
Read the Spatial Innovation business case study.
Metromatics
Metromatics video transcript
Metromatics Pty Ltd is an award winning industrial supply company, established in 1989. It specialises in providing system design and manufacturing solutions to transport, Defence, energy and industrial customers. Their head office for administration, engineering and manufacturing is in North Lakes, in the Moreton Bay Region. Metromatics also have offices for sales and support in Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne, and a subsidiary in Auckland, New Zealand.
Tech For Good
Tech For Good video transcript
TechForGood is a Samford-based Social Technology company on a mission to make equitable, accessible and affordable technology the status quo for all Australians. Founded in 2021, TechForGood provides a vast range of technology-based products and services in partnership with major companies such as Microsoft, Google, Dell and LP, while donating 50% of their profits to high-impact partners to help them address the needs of digitally disadvantaged Australians. Co-Founder and CEO, Stella Heesom explains that TechForGood is driven by purpose and advocacy, and believes this has contributed to the company’s success.
Phoenix Laser Cleaning and Restoration
Phoenix Laser video transcript
Phoenix Laser Cleaning and Restoration’s innovative laser technology brings sustainable, chemical free, and efficient future-tech to City of Moreton Bay.
Hear how their innovative business has grown, thanks to strong community growth, development and stability, and a healthy dose of passion for their technology.
Read more case studies on Innovate Moreton Bay.
Ozius Biome
Ozius Biome video transcript
Taking an innovative approach to environmental data to inform and assist government and industry to act sustainably is the exciting offering of City of Moreton Bay business Ozius Biome.
Hear from Alysa Starky and Tim Hackwood about how their passion and vision for AI, remote sensing, and environmental science has lead to success for them in City of Moreton Bay.
Pixel Zoo
Pixel Zoo video transcript
Pixel Zoo Animation Studios is an independent animation powerhouse that's making waves globally.
Proudly based in Moreton Bay, Pixel Zoo has an impressive portfolio of clients. It is working with some of the world’s most beloved and recognisable brands and characters, creating animated movies, television shows, web series and commercials.
Find out more about Pixel Zoo.