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From Fan Fiction to Reality: Building a 3D Printing Startup ft. Matthew Stansfield
We sit down with Matthew, founder of Noble Brite Miniatures and participant in the Ignition program. What began as a passion for tabletop gaming and fan fiction has evolved into…
Creating, Learning & Laughing: Behind the Scenes with Our Launch Pad Interns
Internships are often where classroom learning meets real-world creativity — and for Elisa, Anthony, and Sana, their time at Launch Pad was just that. Over three months, the trio explored…
Scientist turned Founder: Dr Jerry Zhou on Building Amazing Gut
When research meets real-world need, innovation comes alive. For Dr Jerry Zhou, Senior Lecturer and Clinical Fellow at Western Sydney University’s School of Medicine, years of working with patients revealed…
The Power of Third Spaces: Harshita on Community & Connection with Ketch-Up
Starting something new in a foreign city can be isolating. For Harshita Sood, the founder of ketch-Up Community and alumna of Western Sydney University, that challenge became the seed of…
From Japan with Growth: Global Bonds and Entrepreneurial Firsts
Balancing work, a creative side hustle and social obligations is no easy feat—but for Tanush, it’s become a path to personal growth, creative freedom, and even paid opportunities. As a…
Everything AI: 5 Real-World Lessons from a Founder in the Know — ft. Ann-Mary Rajanayagam
Balancing work, a creative side hustle and social obligations is no easy feat—but for Tanush, it’s become a path to personal growth, creative freedom, and even paid opportunities. As a…
Fashion Meet Tech: How Dressi Helps You Dress with Purpose – ft. Iris Phan
Building a startup is rarely a straight path, and for Iris Phan, it all started with a feeling many of us know too well: standing in front of a full…
Landing gigs as a creator: The power of Consistency, Authenticity & Just hitting post – ft. Tanush Pratheepan
Balancing work, a creative side hustle and social obligations is no easy feat—but for Tanush, it’s become a path to personal growth, creative freedom, and even paid opportunities. As a…
500K views on TikTok and counting: Balancing University, Work, and Content Creation ft. Raynesh Charan
Balancing study, work, and personal interests can feel overwhelming for many university students. But for Raynesh Charan, it's a challenge he's embraced. As a Western Sydney University student, a dedicated…
A Teen’s Solution for Farmers in Cambodia and a Passion for Sustainability Wins Him a Trip to Sydney ft. Sophareach Mann
For 17-year-old Sophareach Mann, the idea of studying in Australia had never crossed his mind. Like many ambitious students in Cambodia, his higher-education aspirations were centered on universities in the…
Passion, Purpose & Business: Can You Have All Three? ft. Nandeeta Maharaj
Can passion, purpose, and business truly intersect? Or do entrepreneurs always have to choose between doing what they love, making an impact, and building something financially sustainable? For Nandeeta Maharaj,…
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