Section 09 · 16 entries · Updated 6 August 2026
News & Media
How to follow the Australian startup and tech scene: essential publications, newsletters, podcasts, and data sources for founders, investors, and ecosystem observers.
01Publications
- Startup DailyDaily news from the ANZ tech ecosystem; covers funding rounds, founder profiles, and industry events. Active as of June 2026.source ↗
- StartupSmart (via SmartCompany)Weekly funding round-ups and founder stories, published under the SmartCompany umbrella. Active as of June 2026.source ↗
- Capital BriefOriginal reporting on Australian business, politics, and the new economy. Free newsletters include The Edition (4:30pm weekdays) and Letter of Intent (M&A/VC deals).source ↗
- InnovationAusCovers Australian tech policy, R&D, and innovation; hosts the annual InnovationAus Awards. Active as of 2025-2026.source ↗
- Australian Financial Review — TechnologyPremium tech and startup coverage from Australia's leading business daily. Paywall applies; subscription required for full access.
02Newsletters
- Overnight SuccessWeekly Substack digest of Aussie startup and VC news; essential reading for founders, investors, and the startup-curious. Active weekly in 2026.source ↗
- Cut Through VentureMonthly data-backed newsletter on Australian startup funding; co-produces the annual State of Australian Startup Funding report with Folklore Ventures.source ↗
- Open Source VC — AirTree VenturesFree guides, templates, and resources for ANZ founders; monthly newsletter with startup news and VC insights. Continuously updated into 2026.
- Blackbird StoriesBlog and monthly newsletter from Blackbird Ventures; portfolio spotlights, founder advice, and Wild Hearts podcast updates. Active as of 2025-2026.source ↗
- Capital Brief — The EditionFree weekday afternoon briefing for Australian decision-makers; covers business, tech, and policy. Published 4:30pm AEST, Monday–Friday.
03Podcasts
- Day One FMAustralia's leading startup podcast network; 15+ shows covering VC, founders, and operators. Publishes 15+ new episodes per month. Active June 2026.source ↗
- Wild Hearts — Blackbird VenturesConversations with founders and operators from Blackbird's portfolio; honest, in-depth storytelling. Most recent episode December 2025.source ↗
- The Startup Playbook Podcast200+ episodes with ANZ and global entrepreneurs and investors; ranked Top 3 on iTunes Australia. Latest episode Ep220, September 2025.source ↗
04Funding Data & Reports
- Cut Through Venture — Insights & ReportsAustralia's most trusted startup funding data; quarterly updates and the annual State of Australian Startup Funding report (co-published with Folklore Ventures).source ↗
- Folklore Ventures — InsightsCo-producer of the annual State of Australian Startup Funding report; blog covers market analysis, portfolio news, and ecosystem trends. Active as of May 2026.source ↗
- AirTree Open Source VC — Investor ListFree, regularly updated ANZ investor database, fundraising guides, and founder templates. Investor list last updated February 2026.
Every entry above is source-linked and reviewed before publish. Spotted something out of date? It will be picked up in the next weekly agent run — each section is re-researched on a rolling cadence.