Where future-ready ideas come to life.
A place to connect, co-create, and transform
Optus proudly supports the Digital Innovation Hub at La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus, built in partnership with Cisco and La Trobe.
This first-of-its-kind space helps turn bold ideas into real solutions, bringing together the people, technology, and infrastructure that drive innovation across Australia.
What is the La Trobe Digital Innovation Hub?
The Digital Innovation Hub gives teams a place to build fast, test ideas, and solve real problems. Backed by Optus, Cisco, and La Trobe, it brings together the tools, infrastructure, and expertise needed to turn emerging technology into practical outcomes.
Key features include:
- Live Optus 5G infrastructure.
- Cisco Webex Hologram conferencing for immersive collaboration.
- A Makerspace with circuit board printers, laser cutters, and 3D printers.
- Live demonstrations in artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and Industry 4.0 applications.
- On-site support from engineers, developers, and researchers.
How the hub builds capability
The Digital Innovation Hub gives students and researchers hands-on experience with real projects and enterprise tech, building job-ready skills and preparing them to lead innovation from day one.
The Hub supports the creation and adoption of digital innovations in business by offering a collaborative environment with access to world-class expertise and tools.
Co-create with industry experts
Test with real infrastructure
Build future-ready capability
See the Digital Innovation Hub in action
See how Optus, Cisco, and La Trobe use the Digital Innovation Hub to drive innovation and accelerate progress across industries.
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Get started with the La Trobe Digital Innovation Hub
Talk to an Optus specialist to find out how your organisation can use the Digital Innovation Hub to explore new ideas, prototype solutions, or build digital capability.