FoundersHack
What will you build?
We're launching FoundersHack Sydney 2026 in March. We're back.
FoundersHack
What will you build?
We're launching FoundersHack Sydney 2026 in March. We're back.
FoundersHack
What will you build?
We're launching FoundersHack Sydney 2026 in March. We're back.
Pitch to Top Investors
Showcase your solution on Pitch Night to a live panel of investors, competing for a share of our growing $10,000+ prize pool and invaluable connections.
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Access Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from a curated network of top-tier VCs, successful founders, and industry operators who provide the critical feedback you need to succeed.
2
Build an MVP in 72 Hours
Join the 500+ innovators who’ve turned a spark of an idea into a working prototype in one high-energy, pressure-test weekend. We give you the framework, you bring the ambition.
1
The Ultimate Launchpad
for Student Founders
The Ultimate Launchpad
for Student Founders
The Ultimate Launchpad
for Student Founders
Build an MVP in 72 Hours
Join the 500+ innovators who’ve turned a spark of an idea into a working prototype in one high-energy, pressure-test weekend. We give you the framework, you bring the ambition.
1
Access Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from a curated network of top-tier VCs, successful founders, and industry operators who provide the critical feedback you need to succeed.
2
Pitch to Top Investors
Showcase your solution on Pitch Night to a live panel of investors, competing for a share of our growing $10,000+ prize pool and invaluable connections.
3
Build an MVP in 72 Hours
Join the 500+ innovators who’ve turned a spark of an idea into a working prototype in one high-energy, pressure-test weekend. We give you the framework, you bring the ambition.
1
Access Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from a curated network of top-tier VCs, successful founders, and industry operators who provide the critical feedback you need to succeed.
2
Pitch to Top Investors
Showcase your solution on Pitch Night to a live panel of investors, competing for a share of our growing $10,000+ prize pool and invaluable connections.
3
Previous Industry
Mentors & Judges
Get direct feedback from the founders, and operators building the future of tech in Australia. Here are just a few of the experts who have joined us.
& MORE
Our
Previous Partners
Previous Industry
Mentors & Judges
Get direct feedback from the founders, and operators building the future of tech in Australia. Here are just a few of the experts who have joined us.
& MORE
Our
Previous Partners
Pitch to Top Investors
Showcase your solution on Pitch Night to a live panel of investors, competing for a share of our growing $10,000+ prize pool and invaluable connections.
3
Access Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from a curated network of top-tier VCs, successful founders, and industry operators who provide the critical feedback you need to succeed.
2
Access Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from a curated network of top-tier VCs, successful founders, and industry operators who provide the critical feedback you need to succeed.
2
Build an MVP in 72 Hours
Join the 500+ innovators who’ve turned a spark of an idea into a working prototype in one high-energy, pressure-test weekend. We give you the framework, you bring the ambition.
1
Build an MVP in 72 Hours
Join the 500+ innovators who’ve turned a spark of an idea into a working prototype in one high-energy, pressure-test weekend. We give you the framework, you bring the ambition.
1
The Ultimate Launchpad
for Student Founders
The Ultimate Launchpad
for Student Founders
Previous Industry
Mentors & Judges
Get direct feedback from the founders, and operators building the future of tech in Australia. Here are just a few of the experts who have joined us.
Our Previous Partners
& MORE
FoundersHack 2026
Founder Fireside
Founder Fireside
17th March
Starts 5:30PM, Ends 8:00PM
Featuring Simon Kubica (Co-Founder of Alloy) and others to be announced.
Located at
Founder Fireside
17th March
Starts 5:30PM, Ends 8:00PM
Featuring Simon Kubica (Co-Founder of Alloy) and others to be announced.
Located at
Build Phase
Build Phase
20th-22nd March
Starts 12:00PM Friday 20th
Submissions Due 11:59PM Sunday 22nd
Located at
Folklore access from 11am-6pm
Build Phase
20th-22nd March
Starts 12:00PM Friday 20th
Submissions Due 11:59PM Sunday 22nd
Located at
Folklore access from 11am-6pm
Pitch Night
Pitch Night
26th March
Starts 6:00PM, Ends 9:00PM
Featuring five finalist teams
Located at The Sibyl Centre
Pitch Night
26th March
Starts 6:00PM, Ends 9:00PM
Featuring five finalist teams
Located at The Sibyl Centre
Our Partners
The Ultimate Launchpad
for Student Founders
Build an MVP in 60 Hours
Join the 500+ innovators who’ve turned a spark of an idea into a working prototype in one high-energy, high-pressure weekend. We give you the framework, you bring the ambition.
1
Access Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from a curated network of top-tier VCs, successful founders, and industry operators who provide the critical feedback you need to succeed.
2
Pitch to Investors and Founders
Showcase your solution to a live panel of investors, competing for a share of our growing prize pool and invaluable connections.
3
Previous Industry
Mentors & Judges
Get direct feedback from the founders, and operators building the future of tech in Australia. Here are just a few of the experts who have joined us.
& MORE
Our Previous Partners
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Expert Sessions
Learn the fundamentals of problem validation and rapid prototyping from industry experts.
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Kick Off & Ideate
The opening ceremony. Find your co-founders, choose your track, and refine the mission for your weekend.
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The Sprint: 72 Hours
Code, design, and strategize with 24/7 support from our network of mentors. This is where the magic happens.
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The Finale: Pitch Night
Present your MVP to a panel of top-tier VCs and founders. Compete for prizes, get critical feedback, and make invaluable connections.
Your 72-Hour Journey
Answers that bring clarity
Find answers to common questions about the upcoming hackathon.
Your 60-Hour Journey
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Gear Up: Founder Fireside
Learn the fundamentals of problem validation and rapid prototyping from industry experts.
02
Kick Off & Ideate
The opening ceremony. Find your co-founders, choose your track, and refine the mission for your weekend.
03
The Sprint: 60 Hours
Code, design, and strategize with 24/7 support from our network of mentors. This is where the magic happens.
04
The Finale: Pitch Night
The Finale: Pitch Night
Present your MVP to a panel of top-tier VCs and founders. Compete for prizes, get critical feedback, and make invaluable connections.
Answers that bring clarity
Answers that bring clarity
Find answers to common questions about the upcoming hackathon.
FoundersHack is a 60-hour founder-focused hackathon empowering student entrepreneurs to validate and build venture-scale solutions to real-world challenges.
A founders hackaton goes beyond coding—students are judged not just on their technical build, but also on how well they validate the problem, prove solution fit, and show scalability. Unlike typical hackathons, it includes founder-led workshops, non-technical team roles, pitch opportunities, and networking with VCs and founders.
FoundersHack isn’t your typical hackathon. We’re creating an inclusive space where technical and non-technical founders can collaborate to build their MVPs. While having technical skills can be an advantage, they’re not a requirement.
Absolutely! You’re more than welcome to sign up individually. We’ll help you get matched with like-minded participants by randomly allocating you into a team—so you won’t be doing it alone.
Teams can have a maximum of 4 people, and we recommend a minimum of 2 to ensure a strong mix of skills and perspectives.
FoundersHack is a ticketed event priced at $7, which covers the full 3-day hackathon experience, where you'll connect with mentors, panellists, and seasoned professionals from the startup and tech space.
FoundersHack is a 72-hour founder-focused hackathon empowering student entrepreneurs to validate and build venture-scale solutions to real-world challenges across multiple tracks.
A founders hackaton goes beyond coding—students are judged not just on their technical build, but also on how well they validate the problem, prove solution fit, and show scalability. Unlike typical hackathons, it includes founder-led workshops, non-technical team roles, pitch opportunities, and networking with VCs and founders.
FoundersHack isn’t your typical hackathon. We’re creating an inclusive space where technical and non-technical founders can collaborate to build their MVPs. While having technical skills can be an advantage, they’re not a requirement.
Absolutely! You’re more than welcome to sign up individually. We’ll help you get matched with like-minded participants by randomly allocating you into a team—so you won’t be doing it alone.
Teams can have a maximum of 4 people, and we recommend a minimum of 2 to ensure a strong mix of skills and perspectives.
FoundersHack is a ticketed event priced at $7, which covers the full 3-day hackathon experience, including access to the opening and closing ceremonies where you'll connect with mentors, panellists, and seasoned professionals from the startup and tech space.
FoundersHack is a 72-hour founder-focused hackathon empowering student entrepreneurs to validate and build venture-scale solutions to real-world challenges across multiple tracks.
A founders hackaton goes beyond coding—students are judged not just on their technical build, but also on how well they validate the problem, prove solution fit, and show scalability. Unlike typical hackathons, it includes founder-led workshops, non-technical team roles, pitch opportunities, and networking with VCs and founders.
FoundersHack isn’t your typical hackathon. We’re creating an inclusive space where technical and non-technical founders can collaborate to build their MVPs. While having technical skills can be an advantage, they’re not a requirement.
Absolutely! You’re more than welcome to sign up individually. We’ll help you get matched with like-minded participants by randomly allocating you into a team—so you won’t be doing it alone.
Teams can have a maximum of 4 people, and we recommend a minimum of 2 to ensure a strong mix of skills and perspectives.
FoundersHack is a ticketed event priced at $7, which covers the full 3-day hackathon experience, including access to the opening and closing ceremonies where you'll connect with mentors, panellists, and seasoned professionals from the startup and tech space.
Teams can have a maximum of 4 people, and we recommend a minimum of 2 to ensure a strong mix of skills and perspectives.
FoundersHack isn’t your typical hackathon. We’re creating an inclusive space where technical and non-technical founders can collaborate to build their MVPs. While having technical skills can be an advantage, they’re not a requirement.
Absolutely! You’re more than welcome to sign up individually. We’ll help you get matched with like-minded participants by randomly allocating you into a team—so you won’t be doing it alone.ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
A founders hackaton goes beyond coding—students are judged not just on their technical build, but also on how well they validate the problem, prove solution fit, and show scalability. Unlike typical hackathons, it includes founder-led workshops, non-technical team roles, pitch opportunities, and networking with VCs and founders.ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
FoundersHack is a 72-hour founder-focused hackathon empowering student entrepreneurs to validate and build venture-scale solutions to real-world challenges across multiple tracks.
FoundersHack is a ticketed event priced at $7, which covers the full 3-day hackathon experience, including access to the opening and closing ceremonies where you'll connect with mentors, panellists, and seasoned professionals from the startup and tech space.
Teams can have a maximum of 4 people, and we recommend a minimum of 2 to ensure a strong mix of skills and perspectives.
FoundersHack isn’t your typical hackathon. We’re creating an inclusive space where technical and non-technical founders can collaborate to build their MVPs. While having technical skills can be an advantage, they’re not a requirement.
Absolutely! You’re more than welcome to sign up individually. We’ll help you get matched with like-minded participants by randomly allocating you into a team—so you won’t be doing it alone.ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
A founders hackaton goes beyond coding—students are judged not just on their technical build, but also on how well they validate the problem, prove solution fit, and show scalability. Unlike typical hackathons, it includes founder-led workshops, non-technical team roles, pitch opportunities, and networking with VCs and founders.ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
FoundersHack is a 72-hour founder-focused hackathon empowering student entrepreneurs to validate and build venture-scale solutions to real-world challenges across multiple tracks.
FoundersHack is a ticketed event priced at $7, which covers the full 3-day hackathon experience, including access to the opening and closing ceremonies where you'll connect with mentors, panellists, and seasoned professionals from the startup and tech space.
Still have a question in mind?
Still have a question in mind?
Still have a question in mind?
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