Startup Shareholders Agreement Template for Australia

1. Employee Share Scheme: Framework for issuing shares to employees, used when the startup plans to implement such a scheme

2. Investor Special Rights: Special provisions for major investors, included when there are significant external investors

3. Vesting Provisions: Schedule for founder/employee share vesting, used when implementing vesting arrangements

4. Anti-Dilution Protection: Protection for investors against future down-rounds, included for sophisticated investors

5. Information Rights: Special reporting rights for certain shareholders, used for major investors

6. Non-Compete and Non-Solicit: Restrictions on competitive activities, included when protecting intellectual property is crucial

7. Future Funding Provisions: Framework for future investment rounds, used when planning for future capital raising

8. Exit Strategy Provisions: Specific provisions for IPO or trade sale, included when exit planning is important

1. Share Capital Table: Detailed breakdown of current shareholdings and share classes

2. Deed of Accession: Template for new shareholders to join the agreement

3. Reserved Matters: List of decisions requiring special majority or unanimous approval

4. Company Business Plan: Current business plan and strategic objectives

5. Share Valuation Methodology: Agreed method for valuing shares in various circumstances

6. Key Performance Indicators: Metrics for measuring company and management performance

7. Competing Business List: Defined list of competitors for non-compete provisions

8. Form of Share Transfer Notice: Template for notifying intent to transfer shares