The biggest healthtech start-up program in Australia.
125 pioneering start-ups. All in one arena. All running live demos. Two days to discover the companies building the future of healthcare - right here in Melbourne.
What's on in the Start-Up Arena
STARTUP ARENA
125 start-ups. All on the festival floor. All running live demos. Walk the arena and discover the healthtech companies you'll be hearing about for years to come.
FOUNDERS' BREAKFAST
The largest meeting of the healthtech start-up community in Australia. Founders, VCs and ecosystem partners all in one room — first thing in the morning, energy through the roof.
STARTUP SHOWDOWN
The arena's headline moment. Eight start-ups. One stage. One winner. Keep an eye out — more details coming soon.
Why you need to visit the arena
See it before the world does.
The DHF26 Startup Arena is where Australia's most exciting digital health companies come to show what they've built.
Every start-up in the program is genuinely early stage — hand-picked by our team to make sure you're seeing real innovation, not polished vendor pitches. Come find your next partnership, your next investment, or just your next favourite company.
LOVE FROM THE STARTUP ARENA
"Being among other start-ups and scaled-up companies under the same roof was invaluable. The diversity of speakers ensured there was something for everyone, and the pitch fest was definitely a highlight — it added a fun and competitive edge to the event. Overall, a great opportunity to network, learn, and grow."
DHF Startup
"It was a fabulous event, lots of great conversation. The set up and process was very well prepared and organised. We got a few connections and the opportunity to share our work with the world."
DHF Startup
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