1. QLC
QLC is a platform that lets skilled workers ~experiment~ with different careers. How? By connecting them with startups and creative companies that need help with a particular project. The companies get help, and the workers get insight into a different industry or role. So don't panic if you haven't found your dream job yet.
2. PocketFire
The PocketFire app was designed to replace the outdated paper maps that Australian firefighters relied on. It allows firefighters to create and share their own real-time maps and has a bunch of other tools like fire danger meters and alerts.
4. Chuffed
Chuffed.org isn't your regular crowdfunding platform. Instead of pledging for the latest gadget, people donate to different socially conscious projects from around the globe. It's free for individuals, not-for-profits, or social enterprises to list their projects, and 100% of the money donated goes to the cause.
Conscious Step has taken the purchase of an everyday commodity – socks – and given it a far greater purpose. The sock designs (while also being stylish) are each connected to a different charity or cause, and a portion of money is donated from each pair.
8. Austern
Austern is an intensive applied learning program designed to inspire and empower uni students in their future careers. The three-week bootcamp, which runs in Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, and Hong Kong, gives students training as well as the chance to work closely with innovative companies to solve actual business problems.
10. Forcite
Tech company Forcite Helmet Systems created the world's first intelligent snow helmet. Their smart helmet technology features GPS tracking, an inbuilt camera, speakers, and a microphone that lets wearers keep in touch with each other.
12. Crowd & Co.
Online marketplace Crowd & Co. has created a new way of working in the legal industry. It connects lawyers, law firms, and businesses, allowing them to collaborate on different projects as needed, helping to improve productivity and manage workflow highs and lows.