Share economy start-ups get a leg-up at Sharing Hub – STEVE BAXTER

A start-up accelerator solely focused on helping so-called “sharing economy” business has officially opened its doors in Sydney. The Sharing Hub, launched last night by NSW Minister for Innovation Matt Kean, will offer access to education, mentorship and investment opportunities to more than 28 start-ups.

Australia, we need to talk about start-ups and failure

We should expect many start-ups to fail. That’s how the system works, but in Australia it is still often seen as unacceptable.

MyDeal.com.au raises $5m from Rich List Gandel family

Melbourne-based online retail marketplace will revamp its site and launch a new app after Gandel Invest ploughed in its first external funding.

GoCatch resignations raise questions as company faces danger of being Ubered

GoCatch is raising capital despite a board that consists of two directors that have been there a week – and no CEO.

More than money: the flight from corporates to small business and start-ups

Money isn’t everything.