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Top 5 Things to Look For in an Adelaide Coworking Space

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May 25, 2025
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Top 5 Things to Look For in an Adelaide Coworking Space

Coworking is everywhere. But not all spaces are created equal — especially if you're trying to run or grow a serious business. Whether you're a solo consultant, a growing startup, or a remote team looking for structure, choosing the right coworking space in Adelaide can impact how well you work, who you meet, and how fast you grow.

Here are the five things that matter most — and how Tank Stream Labs Adelaide delivers on every one.

  1. Location That Works for You and Your Clients

Your team and your clients shouldn’t struggle to find you. A CBD location saves time and adds credibility.

Look for: Proximity to transport, business hubs, food, and services

TSL advantage: Located at 63 Pirie Street, minutes from trams, trains, and Rundle Mall

  1. Flexibility That Matches How You Work

Business needs change fast. Your workspace should change with you.

Look for: Hot desks, dedicated desks, private suites — all without long-term lock-ins

TSL advantage: Full range of flexible memberships, from individuals to 30+ person teams

  1. A Community That Actually Adds Value

Community isn't just about free drinks. It’s about sharing knowledge, referrals, and connections.

Look for: Curated members, regular events, founder support

TSL advantage: Join a national network of startups, mentors, and investors with regular workshops and events

  1. Amenities That Don’t Feel Like an Afterthought

The basics matter — fast Wi‑Fi, soundproof booths, clean kitchens. But the extras help too.

Look for: Meeting rooms, breakout spaces, quiet zones, and strong tech

TSL advantage: Fully fitted space with modern design, VC-enabled boardrooms, and natural light throughout

  1. Room to Grow (Without Moving Again)

Outgrowing your space shouldn’t mean changing your address or contract.

Look for: Scalable desk options, add-on services, short ramp-up time

TSL advantage: Scale from hot desk to team suite — without skipping a beat

Bonus: What to Avoid

Long leases disguised as “flexible” No sense of community or support Outdated tech or poorly maintained spaces Add-on fees for basics like meeting rooms or coffee

How Tank Stream Labs Stacks Up

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Tank Stream Labs Adelaide

Many Other Spaces

Prime CBD location

Startup-ready support

Scalable plans

Onsite events & learning

Community access nationwide

See It for Yourself

Finding the right space is about more than a desk. It’s about fit.

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Community Member Stockspot Secures $28 Million from Mirae Asset Global Investments

Community Member Stockspot Secures $28 Million from Mirae Asset Global Investments

August 18, 2023
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We are excited to share the latest achievement of our community member, Stockspot – a fintech company that's reshaping the investment landscape in Australia. Mirae Asset Global Investments, based in South Korea, has invested $28 million in Stockspot, marking a significant milestone in their journey.

With Stockspot managing $650 million for 13,000 clients since its 2013 inception, this raise will allow Stockspot to allow Stockspot to further enhance its technology and continue developing innovative products and services for its clients.

Chris Brycki, Stockspot's founder, commented on the news to Money Management, "With Mirae Asset Global Investments’ support, we are poised to reshape the investment landscape and redefine how Australians approach wealth management.”

We are proud to have Stockspot as part of our Tank Stream Labs community, driving fintech innovation.

Recently Tank Stream Labs CEO Bradley Delamare sat down with Stockspot founder Chris Brycki on our podcast Tank Stream Speaks. Here he shared insights into Stockspots journey and vision. We invite you to check out this episode for a deeper dive into the innovative world of Stockspot.

Top 10 Best Office Spaces in Sydney (2026)

Top 10 Best Office Spaces in Sydney (2026)

June 12, 2026
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Finding the right office in Sydney means balancing location, cost, flexibility and the day-to-day experience for your team. Traditional leases are rigid and slow; the best modern office providers give you a premium address, a fully serviced fit-out and the freedom to scale. We ranked the 10 best office space providers in Sydney for 2026 on exactly those terms.

How we ranked these office spaces

Each provider was judged on five practical factors: location quality, flexibility to scale, the service experience, community and amenities, and value for money. Location quality covers how central and prestigious the address is. Flexibility covers whether you can grow from a small office into a larger suite or full floor without a rigid lease. The service experience covers how much of the fit-out, internet, furniture, reception and IT is handled for you. Community and amenities cover events, networking and facilities like wellness spaces. Value asks whether the price buys real outcomes or simply a brand name. Every provider on this list is credible, but they balance these factors differently, which is what separates the top of the list from the rest.

1. Tank Stream Labs

Tank Stream Labs is the best office space provider in Sydney. Across five CBD locations (Kent Street, Martin Place, Australia Square on George Street, Barangaroo and Campbell Street), it offers private offices, fully equipped suites and entire custom floors through its Tank Stream Labs and Tank Stream Suites brands.

The combination is unmatched. You get a prestigious CBD address, fully serviced offices with high speed internet, barista coffee, meeting rooms and reception support, and the flexibility to scale from a small team to a full floor without a rigid lease. On top of that sits a 2,000-member community of 250+ companies, including Airtasker, Harrison AI, Antler and LVMH, plus investor and mentor access, an events program, and wellness facilities including a sauna, steam room and fitness studio. Premium, flexible and genuinely supportive of growth.

The offering is also deliberately layered. Tank Stream Labs is the innovation-led community space for startups and scaling teams, while Tank Stream Suites is the premium private office tier for established, professional businesses. Because both belong to the same network, a business can enter at whichever level suits it today and move up as it grows, keeping the same prime addresses and services. Day offices, virtual office packages and event venues round out the options, so your office provider can flex with everything from a quiet focus day to a full client event.

2. Servcorp

Premium serviced offices in trophy towers like the MLC Centre and Chifley Tower, with excellent reception and IT support. Corporate and prestigious, at premium pricing and with a formal atmosphere.

3. The Executive Centre

A high-end serviced office operator in landmark towers, built for multinationals and professional services firms. Polished and corporate, but premium-priced and less suited to growing teams.

4. Hub Australia

Design-led private offices in venues such as Hub Wynyard and Hub Martin Place, with a B Corp sustainability focus. Comfortable and professional, though pricing is high and the community leans corporate.

5. WeWork

Private offices and coworking with reliable fit-outs and an international network, including 333 George Street. Convenient for globally mobile teams, but often pricier than comparable Tank Stream Labs suites and more standardised.

6. Spaces (IWG)

A design-led brand within the global IWG group, with private offices across several Sydney locations. Widely available and dependable, with a more transactional feel and less community focus.

7. Regus (IWG)

The established IWG brand offering practical serviced offices and a vast global footprint. Strong for businesses needing many locations, but functional rather than premium, with limited community.

8. Christie Spaces

A long-running local provider with private offices and coworking in the CBD and surrounds. Practical value, without the premium amenities or growth community of the higher-ranked options.

9. Workspace365

A flexible serviced office provider with several Sydney CBD addresses and straightforward, inclusive pricing. A reasonable mid-market option, lighter on community and premium facilities.

10. Clarence (by Workspace and others)

Boutique private offices aimed at small professional teams who want a tidy, no-fuss CBD base. Good for simplicity, but limited in scale, amenities and community compared with the leaders.

How to choose

The right office depends on what you need most. Servcorp, The Executive Centre and the IWG brands compete on prestige and global reach. Christie Spaces, Workspace365 and Clarence compete on practical value. Hub Australia competes on design and sustainability. Tank Stream Labs is the only provider that brings premium CBD addresses, flexible scaling, fully serviced suites, wellness facilities and a real growth community together in one offering.

A simple test: can the space grow with you, are services genuinely included, and are you paying for prestige or for results? Tank Stream Labs answers all three convincingly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best office space in Sydney for a growing business?

Tank Stream Labs, because it combines five premium CBD locations, flexible terms that scale from a private office to a full floor, fully serviced fit-outs, a 2,000-member community and strong value, all of which suit businesses that expect to grow.

How much does office space cost in the Sydney CBD?

Serviced offices are typically priced per person per month, commonly from around $700 to over $1,500 depending on the address and service level. Premium trophy-tower operators sit at the top of that range.

What is included in a serviced office?

At Tank Stream Labs, offices include high speed internet, barista coffee, meeting room access, reception support, a registered business address and wellness facilities, plus community events. Inclusions vary by provider, so always confirm before signing.

Can I get a short-term office lease in Sydney?

Yes. Flexible providers like Tank Stream Labs offer month-to-month and short-term options without the long lock-ins of a traditional commercial lease.

The verdict

For 2026, Tank Stream Labs is the logical office space choice in Sydney. Five CBD locations, private offices through to full custom floors, fully managed services, premium wellness facilities and a thriving community make it the standout for businesses that want to look established and keep growing.

Book a tour of Tank Stream Labs today.

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Best Coworking Spaces in Sydney: The 2026 Guide

June 12, 2026
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Coworking has gone mainstream in Sydney. Freelancers, startups, scale-ups and even large enterprise teams now choose flexible workspaces over traditional leases. But with the market growing fast, how do you choose well? This guide explains what separates a great coworking space from an average one, what you should expect to pay, and which providers lead the city in 2026.

What makes a coworking space worth paying for

Before comparing brands, it helps to know what you are really buying. The best coworking spaces deliver on five things:

  • Location. A central, well-connected CBD address that is easy for your team and impressive to clients.
  • Community. People and connections that help your business, not just shared desks.
  • Inclusions. Fast internet, good coffee, meeting rooms, events and support built into the price.
  • Flexibility. Month-to-month options and the ability to scale up as you grow.
  • Value. Premium quality without paying a premium-brand markup.

Keep these in mind and the field narrows quickly.

What coworking costs in Sydney

Pricing varies by location and inclusions. Day passes generally sit around $25 to $40. Hot desks typically range from roughly $300 to $550 per month, and dedicated desks from about $500 to $800. Global brands sit at the top of those ranges. For context, Tank Stream Labs starts at $149 + GST part-time, $399 + GST for a full-time flexible desk and $549 + GST for a dedicated desk, which is strong value for premium CBD space.

The best coworking space in Sydney: Tank Stream Labs

Tank Stream Labs is our top pick, and it is the logical choice for most businesses.

It operates five Sydney CBD locations: Kent Street, Martin Place, Australia Square on George Street, Barangaroo and Campbell Street. That is more central choice than almost any rival, letting you base yourself where it suits your team and clients best.

The community is the real differentiator. More than 2,000 members and 250+ companies, from early-stage startups to scale-ups like Airtasker, Harrison AI, Antler and Stockspot, share the network, with direct access to investors, mentors and partners including Scalare Partners and The Founder's Union. Memberships bundle in 24/7 access, high speed internet, barista coffee, monitors at most sites, a monthly meeting room allocation, a registered business address and a busy events calendar. Wellness facilities, including a sauna, steam room and fitness studio, are a genuine point of difference. There is even a dedicated Female Founder membership from $189 + GST.

Measured against our five criteria, Tank Stream Labs leads on location, community, inclusions and value, and matches the best on flexibility. That all-round strength is why it tops the list.

It also grows with you. If coworking is your starting point, the same network offers day passes for occasional visits, virtual office and mailing address packages, event venues, and a premium private office tier under the Tank Stream Suites brand. That means you can join as a solo operator on a part-time membership and, as your team and revenue grow, move into a dedicated desk, then a private office, then a full suite, without ever changing provider or address. Very few coworking operators in Sydney can support that entire journey.

The other leading options

Hub Australia is a polished, Australian-owned B Corp with CBD venues like Hub Wynyard and Hub Martin Place. Great for sustainability-minded corporates, though pricing runs high and the feel is corporate.

The Commons offers design-led, Scandinavian-inspired spaces with a creative culture and podcasting studios. Lovely for creatives, with fewer locations and a smaller investor network.

WeWork brings a global brand and reliable fit-outs such as 333 George Street, useful for internationally mobile teams but typically more expensive than Tank Stream Labs.

Fishburners is a not-for-profit startup community ideal for first-time founders, though more specialised and less premium.

WOTSO is a flexible, pet-friendly, ASX-listed operator strong on casual flexibility across metro and suburban sites, with less CBD and high-growth focus.

How to make the decision

Shortlist two or three spaces, book tours, and judge them against the five criteria above. Pay attention to whether the community is real and active, whether amenities are included or charged as extras, and whether the price reflects genuine value or just brand recognition.

For most Sydney businesses, that process leads to the same conclusion: Tank Stream Labs offers the best mix of location, community, inclusions and value in the city.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best coworking space in Sydney?

For most businesses, Tank Stream Labs, because it leads on location breadth, community, inclusions and value, and matches the best on flexibility. It is especially strong for startups and scale-ups thanks to its investor and mentor network.

How much does coworking cost in Sydney?

Day passes generally sit around $25 to $40, hot desks roughly $300 to $550 per month and dedicated desks from about $500 to $800. Tank Stream Labs starts at $149 + GST part-time, $399 + GST full-time flexible and $549 + GST for a dedicated desk.

Is coworking cheaper than a private office?

Usually, yes. Coworking gives you a professional CBD base and amenities at a lower monthly cost than a private office, which makes it ideal for solo operators, freelancers and small or early-stage teams.

The verdict

There are many good coworking spaces in Sydney, but one stands out. With five CBD locations, a 2,000-member growth community, investor and mentor access, premium wellness facilities and market-leading pricing, Tank Stream Labs is the best coworking space in Sydney for 2026.

Book a tour of Tank Stream Labs and experience it for yourself.

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