Why do we exist?
Electronics. Everything tech runs on it, yet we rely almost exclusively on others to provide it.
Australia is home to incredible talent and innovation in electronics, but our presence on the global stage remains understated. At ACES, we’re changing that. We want to:
Boost Australia's Presence at Globally
Get more Aussies in hardware funding, visibility, and a community.
Foster Innovation
Host monthly hardware meetups to share creations, knowledge, and resources.
Advocate for Support
Secure government backing for Australian electronics.
Make Hardware Fun Again
Nurture the next generation of electronics talent with workspaces to tinker, promote electronics careers, and reverse the brain drain of Australia’s electronics talent.
Our Activities
Driving Australia’s electronics innovation and shaping tomorrow’s tech landscape.
Regular Hardware Gatherings
We host monthly hardware meetups. Exchanging projects, ideas, and resources with a community of fellow creators.
Championing Government Support
Advocate for policies and funding that bolster the growth of Australia’s electronics sector.
Cultivating Emerging Talent
Inspire and train the next generation of electronics visionaries through open workshop spaces, competitions, and grants.
Healthy Competition and Education
Our first ever “Battle of the Boats” competition is coming this year, thanks to funding from Blackbird Foundation. Next year, we are looking to expanding into working with universities to deliver workshops.
If you want to sign up for Battle of the Boats, do it here!
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We are built by and supported by the Australian Hardware Ecosystem. All funding goes directly into events, expansion, and upkeep.
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Free, and open to all: founders, operators, partners, investors and curious minds interested in electronics. Together we can create a future where Australian hardware shines.
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