What is the AI Innovation Centre?
It’s Natural Velocity’s home for AI entrepreneurs, ethical innovation, and business transformation for strategic experimentation. We connect partners, clients, and communities to test, tune, and trust AI-enabled solutions before they scale—through pilot programs, curated tech showcases, and collaborative design sprints.
Where is the AI Innovation Centre located?
The AI Innovation Centre is located in the heart of Melbourne’s innovation precinct, within the Docklands district. Easily accessible via the free tram zone and just a short walk from Southern Cross Station. You’ll find us via the Head Office at Level 1, 9 Star Crescent, Docklands.
Can I book a tour?
Yes! You can book a tour by clicking the link here or on Book a tour button below to choose a time that works for you with one of our team members.
Are there meeting rooms or event spaces I can use?
Yes. Members have access to a range of bookable rooms, from private boardrooms and breakout spaces to larger collaboration areas.
Is there 24/7 access?
Select membership tiers and private suites offer 24/7 access. Chat with us about the best option for your working hours.
Can I upgrade my membership or change plans?
Absolutely. Our team will work with you to adjust your plan as your needs evolve, whether you’re scaling up, changing teams, or need more privacy.
Is there support available for tech and setup?
Yes, our team can assist with setup and ensure you have access to the tech infrastructure you need, including GPU as a Service in select packages.
Who is this space designed for?
We welcome startups, scale-ups, enterprise teams, researchers, creatives, and innovators looking to surround themselves with a like-minded, forward-thinking community.
Do you use AI in your own work?
Yes, we use AI to enhance, refine, or accelerate what we create—where it adds value. From research and insights to delivery workflows, it’s part of our house pour: ethically sourced, carefully crafted, and served with purpose.
What do you mean by “ethically sourced AI”?
Ethically sourced means using tools that are transparent about how they’re trained, responsibly licensed, and respectful of creators’ rights. Leveraging International Standards for awareness of potential bias, privacy implications, maximising integrity—and always keep humans in the loop.
Can I test or co-design AI tools through the AI Innovation Centre?
Absolutely. We offer co-design labs, sandboxes, and demo environments tailored to different industry use cases—so you can trial tools in a safe, controlled, and guided setting.
Do I need to be technical to book a space?
Not at all. The AI Innovation Centre is built for cross-functional teams. Whether you’re in strategy, operations, compliance, or creative—there’s a place for you in shaping smarter AI.
Can start-ups or researchers use the AI Innovation Centre?
Yes—we’re building a collaborative ecosystem. If you’re aligned with our values and approach, we’d love to explore partnerships.
What industries or challenges does AI Innovation Centre focus on?
We work across sectors—legal, health, infrastructure, manufacturing, and more. If it involves complex ecosystems or high-stakes decisions, chances are we can help design or test a smarter solution.
How does the AI Innovation Centre ensure responsible AI use?
Every prototype, pilot, or partner is guided by NV’s Trusted AI Framework—covering data ethics, governance, explainability, and ESG alignment. Trust is built into the process, not added on later.
Do you only use one kind of AI model or vendor?
No. We specialise in hybrid, multi-model AI architectures. That means you can compare and combine different tools (open-source or proprietary) to suit your specific needs—with governance built in.
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