Welcome to the GI Challenge!

AN Entrepreneurship program for

15 to 21 year olds.

Applications are open for the 2024 GI Challenge!

The GI Challenge is an independently run entrepreneurship program for 15-21 year olds from the Sunshine Coast and Noosa.

The GI Challenge has run annually since 2015, even during Covid! The program empowers young entrepreneurs to translate an idea into a viable business through mentoring, skills development and business connections in a collaborative and inspiring environment.

In 2024 the program kicks off on 15 July and culminates in Pitch Night on 2 October.

A Special Year

2024 is a special year for Generation Innovation, it’s our 10th GI Challenge! To celebrate we’ve got lots of exciting things planned. Here’s a taster….

  • Special launch event hosted by Youi (with Birthday cake!)
  • More mentoring opportunities
  • New program elements
  • Past entrepreneurs involved
  • $20,000 prize package for the winner
  • And a whole lot of fun!

Join the GI Community!

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2023 GI Challenge

Liv Gilchrist – Ocean Ears

(2023 GI Challenge – Winner)


Millie Toy – Bin Buddy

(Joint Runner-Up)


Ryan Morrison – Pelletponics

(Joint Runner-Up)

Platinum Partner