Question 1

How much does Inspire9 coworking and office space cost in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Inspire9 space in Melbourne averages AUD 574 per desk per month across its three listings on Office Hub: one coworking desk, one private office and one enterprise suite.

That figure spans all three space types, so it is not the price of any one product. Each listing shows its own price, which depends on the space type, its size and the term agreed.

Question 2

Where is Inspire9 in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Inspire9 is at 41-43 Stewart Street, Richmond, in Melbourne, and that is its one building listed here.

Inspire9's site places the space on Level 1 of the heritage-listed Australian Knitting Mills building, opposite Richmond Station and about 3km from the Melbourne CBD. It has operated in Richmond since 2008, its site says.

Question 3

What coworking options does Inspire9 offer?

Accepted Answer

Inspire9 offers coworking in Richmond, and one coworking desk is listed here.

Its site describes:
• Flexible workspace (hot desking) on the open floor
• Dedicated desks with height-adjustable desks and monitors
• Day passes
• Hybrid team spaces for teams who come in on set days

Inspire9 says its coworking memberships run month to month with no lock-in.

Question 4

Does Inspire9 have private offices for teams?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Inspire9 has private offices in Richmond, with one private office and one enterprise suite listed here.

Inspire9's site describes offices from two people up to enterprise suites with custom layouts for teams of 15 or more. It says private offices include 24/7 access, height-adjustable workstations with monitors, a business address with mail services, and access to meeting rooms and phone booths.

Question 5

How much does it cost to hire a meeting room at Inspire9?

Accepted Answer

Inspire9's meeting rooms start from AUD 50 an hour, excluding GST, for its five-person rooms, according to its site.

It also lists the Boiler Room boardroom for 10 and the Pool Room for training and workshops for up to 20, with half-day and full-day rates, and says members and non-members can book. Meeting rooms are bookable at a charge and are not listed as separate spaces here.

Question 6

Does Inspire9 offer a virtual office in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Inspire9 offers virtual offices at its Richmond address, with plans its site lists at AUD 60, AUD 75 and AUD 99 per month, excluding GST, on no lock-in contract.

The plans include a Melbourne business address and mail handling, with scanning and parcel storage on higher plans. Inspire9 says the address can be used for company registration; confirm your filing with ASIC. Virtual offices are not listed as bookable here.

Question 7

What amenities are at Inspire9 Richmond?

Accepted Answer

Inspire9's Richmond building records:
• 24/7 access
• Reception services and mail handling
• A kitchen and a business lounge
• Printing facilities
• Furnished, air-conditioned space
• Parking in the building
• Disabled access

Inspire9's site adds phone booths, end-of-trip facilities with showers, secure bike storage, and complimentary tea and coffee.

Question 8

Does Inspire9 run community events?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Inspire9 runs a regular programme of community events at its Richmond space, according to its site, which cites more than 50 events a year.

Its site lists weekly yoga and Friday social drinks for members, and it also hires out its event spaces and a rooftop studio. These are part of membership rather than listed spaces here, so ask what is included with your plan when you enquire.

Question 9

How long are Inspire9 membership terms, and can I tour first?

Accepted Answer

Inspire9 terms depend on the product: its site says coworking memberships are month to month, while office terms generally run from a single month to 12, 24 months or longer.

Inspire9's site lets you book a tour of the Richmond space before signing. Enquire on a listing here and the operator confirms the term, price and a viewing time.