Sponsors

Kickstart Sponsors

Kickstart would not be the same without our sponsors and we appreciate their continued support.

Thanks to the following sponsors for their support during Kickstart Session 1 2025. More sponsors to come!

Our sponsors


Australian Red Cross Lifeblood We’re Lifeblood, and we’re here to help donors give life—and recipients get it. We work together, across the nation, with donors, communities and health providers. Our purpose? Life-giving donations for life-changing outcomes.
Booktopia Direct Pty Ltd Booktopia is an award-winning online bookstore offering thousands of titles from Australian and international authors across diverse genres. We deliver to every corner of Australia and New Zealand from our expansive 27,500-square-metre Customer Fulfilment Centre in Sydney; a true book lover’s paradise housing millions of books. Since 2004 we’ve championed Australian authors and publishers, with our customers at the heart of everything we do—from an extensive in-stock selection to fast delivery and friendly, knowledgeable service. Our mission is simple: to make it easy for Australians to discover and buy books.
digiDirect digiDirect is the go-to destination for photo, video, and digital imaging needs; offering an impressive range of cameras and accessories. Our priority is providing a comfortable, high-quality shopping experience. With a hands-on approach our stores allow customers to explore, ask questions, and find tailored solutions—all without sales pressure. Our team is committed to ensuring your experience with digiDirect is enjoyable and lasting.
Commonwealth Bank Our strategy, to build tomorrow's bank today for our customers, reflects our commitment to use the strength of CBA to support our customers, invest in our communities and provide strength and stability for the broader economy. We are one of the leading banks in Australia, serving more than 17 million customers. We focus on providing retail and commercial banking services predominantly in Australia, and in New Zealand through our subsidiary, ASB. Our products and services are provided through our divisions, Retail Banking Services, Business Banking, Institutional Banking and Markets, and ASB New Zealand.
Council of the City of Ryde The City of Ryde is responsible for strategy, planning, policy, regulation, and service delivery for the local government area. During 2021-2025 Council will deliver a half-billion dollar program of investment in infrastructure and services, with a focus on delivering new infrastructure and maintaining the City’s existing assets, as well as high quality services for residents.
Family Planning Family Planning Australia is a leading provider of reproductive and sexual health services. We are experts on reproductive and sexual health and provide clinical services and health information to people throughout NSW. We have five clinics and numerous outreach sites across NSW, providing best practice care for every body in every family. As well as face-to-face healthcare, we offer telehealth services, a Talkline, Pregnancy Help Line and an extensive health promotion service. In Newington, Sydney, we have a licensed day procedures unit.
Monster Energy A chance for students and staff to win free merch, grab a cold drink and engage with the Monster Energy Ambassador team!
NSW Department of Education - Teach NSW At the NSW Department of Education, we deliver high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. Working as a teacher in the largest education system in Australia, you’ll have the ability to make a difference whilst also benefiting from both career development and leadership progression opportunities. The department offers flexibility of employment, generous leave provisions and a variety of diverse school contexts, including schools in rural and remote NSW which attract additional benefits and incentives. As a beginning teacher, you will be supported with dedicated mentoring from experienced teachers and additional release time to observe and learn. To find out more about how teaching can open doors for you, visit Teaching Opens Doors.
OptusStudying in Australia? Get a special deal at Optus, with a massive 100GB of data for only $39/mth for 12 months, and enjoy our superfast 5G network when you sign up to a new mobile service. Find your local Optus store at optus.com.au/stores Available until withdrawn. Plan fee $39/month for the first 12 months then increases from month 13 to $59/mth or as otherwise notified. Eligible tertiary students only. Max 5 per account. N/A with other offers, unless specified. Forfeited if you cancel or recontract.
Princess Polly An online fashion brand, obsessed with bringing the latest looks to everyday trendsetters, with the goal to provide on-trend, quality fashion to their customers with the best customer service they’ve ever had.
SLSNSW Australian Lifesaving AcademyThe Australian Lifesaving Academy (ALA) mission is to empower the community by providing the skills and ability to be a competent and confident first responder. For the past 19 years, the ALA has supported businesses in delivering industry standard First Aid Courses, as well as supplying, monitoring and servicing workplace safety equipment such as First Aid Kits and Defibrillators. If this is something that interests you, please feel free to contact Courtney Asensi casensi@surflifesaving.com.au or https://services.surflifesaving.com.au/training-courses to book directly.
St Vincent De Paul SocietyVinnies is here to let students know about volunteer opportunities in their local community, as well as pairing with the GLP to help students complete their volunteer hours. We will also be handing out free merchandise to anyone that scans our EOI
Westpac Westpac's First nations Careers teams supports First nations Australians in kick starting their careers. We have various Internship, and career pathway options supported by our fully identified team.