Nine angel investors and early funds back Perth startups in 2026. Perth Angels is the main formal network. Rampersand and Investible write the fastest pre-seed cheques. Here's who to approach and how.
Perth's angel market is smaller than Sydney and Melbourne but more accessible. Mining sector wealth funds a network of high-net-worth angels who back tech startups alongside their resource investments.
Perth angels rely on existing network relationships more than any other Australian city. A warm intro from one Perth angel unlocks the whole network - cold applications take 8-12 weeks.
Advance WA co-investment is unique to Perth. Government capital matching private angel cheques one-for-one is a funding advantage that no eastern state equivalent offers.
This guide covers 9 Perth angel investors and early-stage funds writing cheques in 2026.
| Type | Check size | Sector focus | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perth Angels | Angel network | A$25K-A$500K | All sectors, tech focus | perthangels.com.au |
| Investible | Pre-seed/seed VC | A$250K-A$2M | Tech, deeptech, climate | investible.com |
| Rampersand | Pre-seed/seed VC | A$100K-A$1M | All sectors, tech startups | rampersand.vc |
| Scale Investors | Women-led angel network | A$25K-A$250K | Female-founded startups | scaleinvestors.com.au |
| Artesian VC | Multi-strategy/impact VC | A$500K-A$10M | Tech, impact, sustainability | artesianvc.com |
| Advance WA | Government co-investment | A$50K-A$2M | WA startups, innovation | jtsi.wa.gov.au |
| WAITIA | Industry association/angels | A$25K-A$250K | WA technology, SaaS, digital | waitia.asn.au |
| Innovation Central Perth | Incubator/angel network | A$25K-A$500K | Early-stage, all sectors | innovationcentralperth.com.au |
| Vanguard Ventures | Perth seed/angel fund | A$100K-A$1M | Tech, mining tech, digital | vanguardventures.com.au |
Track your Perth angel investor pipeline
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Start free 14-day trialWhat Perth angel investors look for
Perth angels back founders with WA credentials first - local employment history, university, or network. Your Perth connection matters more here than product stage or revenue.
Mining sector angels are comfortable with capital-intensive businesses. Don't undersell hardware or infrastructure components - Perth angels understand capex models.
Use a pitch deck that leads with your WA market opportunity and team credentials. Perth angels make founder bets first, product bets second.
Advance WA co-investment makes every Perth angel cheque go further. Apply for government co-investment at the same time as your private angel conversations.
Perth angels back founders they know or have been introduced to by people they trust. If you're new to Perth and approaching angels cold, join Innovation Central first and build 3 months of community credibility.
9 Perth angel investors
1. Perth Angels
WA's largest angel network with 60+ members and a structured deal screening process.
Recent Deals: 20+ investments backed 2025; WA tech and consumer portfolio growing; cohort actively running
LinkedIn: Perth Angels LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, B2B SaaS, all sectors
Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed
Location: Perth, Australia
Website: perthangels.com.au
2. Investible
Seed specialist with WA network and fast cheque process for Perth founders.
Recent Deals: Seed investments across WA and nationally 2025; climate and tech portfolio actively deployed
LinkedIn: Investible LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, climate, B2B SaaS
Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed
Location: Sydney, Australia
Website: investible.co
3. Rampersand
Writes A$250K-A$1M cheques fast with WA-friendly attitude toward founders.
Recent Deals: Pre-seed investments 2025; Australian B2B SaaS portfolio; Perth and regional founders welcomed
LinkedIn: Rampersand LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, B2B SaaS
Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Website: rampersand.com.au
4. Scale Investors
All-female angel network specifically supporting female founders across Australia.
Recent Deals: Female-founded startups backed 2025-2026 nationally; portfolio growing across all sectors
LinkedIn: Scale Investors LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Female-led startups, all sectors
Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed
Location: Sydney, Australia
Website: scaleinvestors.com.au
5. Artesian VC
Broadest mandate of any WA-active fund - all sectors, impact preferred.
Recent Deals: 5 investments past 12 months 2025; WA-active with national portfolio across all sectors
LinkedIn: Artesian VC LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, impact, sustainability
Stage Focus: Seed, Series A
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Website: artesianinvest.com
6. Advance WA (JTSI)
Western Australia government grants for tech founders before approaching angels.
Recent Deals: WA innovation grants 2025; tech and startup support programs statewide for founders
LinkedIn: Advance WA (JTSI) LinkedIn
Sector Focus: All sectors, innovation
Stage Focus: Pre-seed (grants)
Location: Perth, Australia
Website: wa.gov.au
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Start free 14-day trial7. WAITIA
WA IT Industry Association connecting Perth tech founders with angel investor networks.
Recent Deals: WA tech sector connections 2025; annual awards and networking events actively maintained
LinkedIn: WAITIA LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, B2B SaaS
Stage Focus: Pre-seed (introductions)
Location: Perth, Australia
Website: waitia.com.au
8. Innovation Central Perth
Cisco-backed innovation hub with connections to corporate pilots and angel backing.
Recent Deals: Perth IoT and smart city pilots 2025; Cisco network connections for founders active
LinkedIn: Innovation Central Perth LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, IoT, smart cities
Stage Focus: Pre-seed
Location: Perth, Australia
Website: innovationcentralperth.com.au
9. Vanguard Ventures
WA-focused early-stage fund writing cheques for Perth seed-stage tech founders.
Recent Deals: WA seed investments 2025; Perth tech founder network active; sector-agnostic approach
LinkedIn: Vanguard Ventures LinkedIn
Sector Focus: Tech, B2B SaaS
Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed
Location: Perth, Australia
Website: vanguardventures.com.au
Perth vs Sydney angels: the key differences
Perth angels rely heavily on personal networks - cold applications work but warm intros are 4x faster. Spend 4-6 weeks building an Innovation Central or WAITIA network before cold applications.
Mining sector wealth makes Perth angels comfortable with capital-intensive businesses. Don't shy away from hardware, infrastructure, or high-capex models with Perth angels.
Use investor update software to keep Perth angels engaged after they invest. Perth angels are active mentors - regular updates build the trust that gets follow-on cheques.
Advance WA co-investment is a Perth-specific advantage that Sydney founders can't access. Use government capital to extend your runway without additional equity dilution.
Finding Perth angel investors
Innovation Central Perth is the fastest path to the Perth angel network. Join the community, attend events, and let warm introductions do the work within 4-6 weeks.
Perth Angels runs a monthly pitch process. Submit your application 6 weeks before your target close date to fit their review calendar.
Use startups pitch materials designed for angel stage - 10 slides, direct, 2-year outlook. Perth angels make emotional decisions on founders, then validate with data.
Protect sensitive information with granular permissions on your data room from the first angel conversation. Perth angel networks share information - control what's visible at each stage.
Angel due diligence for Perth founders
Perth angel diligence is lighter than VC but still requires a clean cap table and financials. Have your documents ready before any formal Perth Angels application.
AI-assisted due diligence processes are becoming common even at angel stage. Read our AI due diligence guide to prepare for automated review of your company documents.
Tax considerations matter for Perth angels more than in eastern cities. Read our tax due diligence guide to understand what Perth angels verify before committing capital.
Have your board constitution clean before any angel conversation. Perth angels ask about board structure more than angels in Sydney or Melbourne.
How to pitch a Perth angel investor
Lead with your WA credentials and founder network. Perth angels back people they know.
- 1.Join Innovation Central or WAITIA firstBuild 4-6 weeks of community presence before cold applications. Intros convert 4x faster.
- 2.Apply to Advance WA at the same timeGovernment co-investment signals seriousness and extends your round without dilution.
- 3.Lead with your Perth credentialsName your WA employer history, university, or local network. It matters here.
- 4.Send 10-slide deck and clean data roomCover problem, team, traction, ask. Use Ellty to track who opens your deck.
- 5.Follow up within 5 business daysPerth angels decide fast or move on. One follow-up is fine. Two is too many.
How Ellty helps you land a Perth angel investor
Ellty is a data room for startup founders. Track angel interest and follow up at the right time.
- 1.Organise your angel documentsAdd deck, cap table, and 12-month model. Set view-only access per Perth angel group.
- 2.Share trackable linksSend each angel a unique link. Ellty logs every open and time spent on each page.
- 3.Follow up when angels are activeSee which angels opened your deck today. Follow up within 24 hours of their session.
Perth angel investors: common questions
- Individual Perth angels write A$25K-A$200K. The Perth Angels syndicate pools up to A$500K per deal.
- Yes. Advance WA matches private angel dollars one-for-one up to A$2M for eligible WA companies.
- Perth Angels process takes 6-8 weeks. Direct angel closes with warm intros take 3-5 weeks.
- Join Innovation Central Perth or WAITIA first. Community credibility converts to angel intros in 4-6 weeks.
- 10-slide deck, 12-month financial model, cap table, and brief team bios. Keep it simple at angel stage.
