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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T090000
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SUMMARY:Fremantle Innovation Exchange: Blue Economy - From Idea to Impact
DESCRIPTION:The Fremantle Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the Fremantle Innovation Exchange (FIE)\, a new initiative made possible through funding from the Meshpoints Promotions & Storytelling Challenge.\nSession Focus: Blue Economy – From Idea to Impact \nThis session will explore one of the most important challenges and opportunities within the blue economy: scaling innovation from concept to commercial reality. \nFeaturing founders and industry experts\, the discussion will examine pathways to market\, strategic partnerships\, investment readiness\, and the role of research and collaboration in advancing ocean-based ventures. Attendees will gain practical insights into overcoming barriers\, leveraging Western Australia’s unique marine environment\, and building sustainable\, scalable businesses that deliver real-world impact. \nHub on SX Tour \nAttendees are also invited to tour Hub on SX\, the newly opened coworking space located within the Walyalup Civic Centre. \nThose wishing to join the tour should meet Nicola Devonald\, General Manager of Hub on SX\, at the first-floor lifts at 7:40am. \nThe tour provides an opportunity to explore the new facilities and learn more about how the space supports entrepreneurs\, startups\, remote workers and growing businesses in the heart of Fremantle.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fremantle-innovation-exchange-blue-economy-from-idea-to-impact/
LOCATION:Walylup Civic Centre\, 151 High Street\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094831Z
CREATED:20260603T094831Z
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SUMMARY:Women Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:A summit series across Australia delivered in partnership with UN Women Australia.\nYour attendance directly supports vital efforts to accelerate women’s leadership\, economic empowerment\, safety\, and resilience for women and girls.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/women-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T082149Z
CREATED:20260731T082149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T082149Z
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SUMMARY:Sector Briefing: The Future of Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:As Western Australia enters a new period of growth\, infrastructure is taking centre stage. With major investments\, expanding communities and increasing demand for resilient\, future-ready assets\, the decisions made today will shape the state’s future for generations.\nBe part of the conversation at our upcoming Sector Briefing: The Future of Infrastructure\, where senior decision-makers and industry leaders will examine the landmark projects\, funding opportunities and policy priorities shaping WA’s future. Gain valuable insights into the infrastructure pipeline and the challenges and opportunities ahead.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/sector-briefing-the-future-of-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260902T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260815T051045Z
CREATED:20260815T050933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T051045Z
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation Summit Australia-Switzerland
DESCRIPTION:Showcasing Switzerland & Australia’s AI Achievements – Independent Innovations\, Converging Visions for Tomorrow!\nHosted in Perth by Innovate Australia in official partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland in Canberra\, and organised as an official lead event to the Geneva AI Summit taking place in June 2027 in Geneva\, the AI Innovation Summit Australia–Switzerland aims to strengthen connections between the Australian and Swiss innovation communities while showcasing WA as a hub for international innovation and collaboration.\nAustralia and Switzerland both have strong and diverse innovation ecosystems. The summit will explore areas where the two countries can learn from each other and collaborate\, from artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to research\, investment\, industry transformation\, and the commercialisation of new ideas. \nThe program will bring together perspectives from both countries\, highlighting innovative companies\, technologies\, projects\, and ideas. Through presentations\, discussions\, and networking\, participants will have an opportunity to make valuable connections and identify possibilities for future business\, research\, investment\, and technology partnerships. \nThe summit also provides a platform to discuss how innovation ecosystems develop\, how talent and ideas move across borders\, and how international collaboration can turn innovative ideas into meaningful real-world outcomes. \nSpecial Guest: \n\nLord Mayor Councillor Bruce Reynolds\n\nMC/Moderator: \n\nDr Adam Osseiran\, Co-founder and Director\, Innovate Australia\n\nPresenters: \n\nMarc Montandon\, Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Western Australia\nDavid Lucido\, Founder & Managing Director\, Sentient Hubs\nRussell Menezes\, CEO & Co-Founder\, RadiXplore\nJennifer Chalk\, Partnerships Officer\, AI for Good – United Nations ITU\nAlexandra Hirzel\, CEO & Founder\, The Scale Foundry\n\nRegister here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ai-innovation-summit-australia-switzerland/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovate Australia":MAILTO:steve.carroll@innovateaustralia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T032146Z
CREATED:20260723T032146Z
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SUMMARY:Make/shift Festival
DESCRIPTION:Make/shift is a festival of future-making in and around Walyalup Fremantle.\nWith 20 unique events across a dynamic two weeks from 4th to 18th September 2026\, Make/shift Festival includes: \n\na conversation series taking on the biggest questions of our times with the help of some of our brightest minds\,\na diverse public program of creative events\, exhibitions\, and performances to give you a taste of the futures we could make\, and\nthe Make/shift Summit as the festival’s grand finale: a one-day assembly on future-making strategy and practice.\n\nMake is about rolling up our sleeves: building\, organising\, creating\, experimenting\, and trying new things. Shift is about changing the stories\, systems\, and habits that shape our lives. Put them together\, and you’ve got a festival for people who think we can do better than trying predict or prepare for the future: we can help create it. \nApplications are open for volunteers  \nView the events here  \nRegister here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/make-shift-festival/
LOCATION:Fremantle\, WA\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T173000
DTSTAMP:20260725T054643Z
CREATED:20260725T054643Z
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SUMMARY:Pilbara Supplier Summit (Newman)
DESCRIPTION:The Pilbara Supplier Summit is a dedicated platform connecting local and regional businesses directly with Tier 1 resource operators\, procurement decision-makers and industry leaders. \nHeld in Newman\, the Summit brings together the full ecosystem — small business\, major industry\, government and community — for a day of practical workshops\, expert panels\, direct exhibitor access and genuine connection.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pilbara-supplier-summit-2/
LOCATION:Mia Mia House in the Desert\, 32 Kalgan Drive\, Newman\, WA\, 6753\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260909T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260724T080230Z
CREATED:20260724T080230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T080230Z
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SUMMARY:Energy in Western Australia Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 25th year\, the Energy in WA Conference is the State’s premier annual energy event\, proudly hosted by the Australian Institute of Energy (Perth Branch) and Energy Policy WA (Government of Western Australia).\nAs the energy transition accelerates\, there has never been a more important time for energy professionals from every part of the value chain to collaborate. \nAttend the conference and hear from the leaders shaping the sector\, uncover new opportunities in the transition\, and network with your peers at the state’s major annual meeting place for the sector.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/energy-in-western-australia-conference-2026/
LOCATION:The Ritz Carlton\, 1 Barrack Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260917T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T061120Z
CREATED:20260421T054931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T061120Z
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SUMMARY:EduFest WA 2026
DESCRIPTION:EduFest WA Perth has been designed for educators ready to explore fresh ideas\, develop their skills and create learning experiences that inspire and engage today’s students\, preparing them with the capabilities they need to thrive in an ever changing future. Across the day\, attendees will hear from leading voices in education\, unpack the changing needs of the next generation of learner and explore practical strategies to bring innovative yet impactful learning experiences to life in a school community\, including how to leverage digital tools\, foster industry connections and leverage innovative approaches to learning design.From keynote conversations and educator panels through to masterclasses\, networking and a hands-on design sprint\, the day is built to help attendees rethink learning\, strengthen connections and leave with something tangible they can take back into their own context.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/edufest-wa-2026/
LOCATION:The Bloom Centre for Youth Innovation\, 2 Park Road\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260126T041619Z
CREATED:20260126T041619Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-COP31 Leaders Summit: Climate\, Energy & Security
DESCRIPTION:Bringing together collective voices for an open dialogue on Climate\, Energy and Security for a Stable Future.\nThe Pre-COP31 Leaders Summit: Climate\, Energy & Security will host six high level policy conversations bringing together senior executives\, academics\, economists\, scientists and regional leaders and policy experts.  \nPanels: \n\nCOP31 Priorities & Australia’s Negotiating Role: From Global Commitments to Regional Leadership\nResources\, Critical Minerals & Strategic Supply Chains: Mining\, Materials and the Geopolitics of the Net-Zero Economy\nFinancy\, Institutions & Policy Delivery: Turning Leadership and Commitments into Real-World Outcomes\nNet Zero Pathways\, Energy Systems & Security: Designing Credible Net Zero Transitions that Delivery Reliability\, Affordability and Security\nClimate\, Energy & National Security: Energy\, Infrastructure and Climate Risk as Security Multipliers\nClimate Resillience\, State Capacity & Regional Stability: Strengthening Resilience to Protect Sovereignty and Development
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pre-cop31-leaders-summit-climate-energy-security/
LOCATION:Perth WA\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
ORGANIZER;CN="For Purpose Leaders":MAILTO:dev@for-purpose.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T173000
DTSTAMP:20260823T010233Z
CREATED:20260823T010233Z
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SUMMARY:Southern Rangelands Forum: Adaptive Land Management\, Innovation & Resilience
DESCRIPTION:The Southern Rangelands Forum brings together pastoralists\, Traditional Owners\, researchers\, government\, industry and investors to explore the future of Australia’s Southern Rangelands.\nHeld during the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP)\, the forum provides an opportunity to connect regional experience with international learnings through practical discussion\, research\, innovation and collaboration. \nTogether\, delegates will explore opportunities to strengthen productive\, resilient and profitable pastoral businesses while supporting sustainable land stewardship. \nMore than a conference\, the Southern Rangelands Forum is designed to foster collaboration\, encourage new ideas and identify practical initiatives that can be progressed across the Southern Rangelands over the next 12 months. \nThe forum will explore key issues shaping the future of Australia’s Southern Rangelands\, including: \n\nThe Future of the Southern Rangelands & Global Rangelands\nPolicy\, reform and international perspectives shaping the future operating environment.\nLandscape Resilience for Pastoral Profit\nPractical approaches to improving productivity\, resilience and sustainable land management.\nEmerging Opportunities\nDiversification through tourism\, natural capital\, renewable energy\, carbon markets and complementary land uses.\nInternational Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists\nInternational learnings and what they mean for Australia’s Southern Rangelands.\nInnovation Showcase\nSharing innovative projects\, research\, technology and business ideas from across the rangelands.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/southern-rangelands-forum-adaptive-land-management-innovation-resilience/
LOCATION:Cue\, WA\, Cue\, WA\, 6640
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260921T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260921T143000
DTSTAMP:20260806T062611Z
CREATED:20260806T062611Z
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SUMMARY:EduFest WA Bunbury 2026
DESCRIPTION:EduFest WA Professional Learning Days are designed to help educators in regional Western Australia equip their students with the skills and mindsets they will need for the future of work. These dynamic one-day workshops invite teachers and school leaders to explore new ways to level up their projects\, programs\, and initiatives\, as they work to foster a culture of innovation and future thinking in their schools and communities.\nThroughout the day\, educators will explore how to strengthen their learning experiences by harnessing digital tools to work smarter\, building industry partnerships to connect the classroom with the wider community\, and drawing inspiration from what is happening in schools across Australia and around the world. The program blends innovative education practices and big-picture thinking with practical masterclasses and opportunities for collaboration. \nWith the chance to connect with innovative educators from across the region\, build relationships with local industry\, and apply new insights to their own school programs\, the EduFest WA Professional Learning Day offers an energising and impactful day of professional learning.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/edufest-wa-bunbury-2026/
LOCATION:CEWA Bunbury\, 11 Money Street\, Bunbury\, WA\, 6230
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260923T143000
DTSTAMP:20260806T062348Z
CREATED:20260806T062348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T062348Z
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SUMMARY:EduFest WA Geraldton 2026
DESCRIPTION:EduFest WA Professional Learning Days are designed to help educators in regional Western Australia equip their students with the skills and mindsets they will need for the future of work. These dynamic one-day workshops invite teachers and school leaders to explore new ways to level up their projects\, programs\, and initiatives\, as they work to foster a culture of innovation and future thinking in their schools and communities.\nThroughout the day\, educators will explore how to strengthen their learning experiences by harnessing digital tools to work smarter\, building industry partnerships to connect the classroom with the wider community\, and drawing inspiration from what is happening in schools across Australia and around the world. The program blends innovative education practices and big-picture thinking with practical masterclasses and opportunities for collaboration. \nWith the chance to connect with innovative educators from across the region\, build relationships with local industry\, and apply new insights to their own school programs\, the EduFest WA Professional Learning Day offers an energising and impactful day of professional learning.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/edufest-wa-2026-geraldton/
LOCATION:Geraldton Universities Centre\, 33 Onslow Street\, Geraldton\, 6530\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260924T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T054207Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Mining WA 2026
DESCRIPTION:These are the conversations we’ll be having across two inspiring days with leaders\, big thinkers\, academics\, executives\, allies and talent from across the mining and resources sector. \nAlongside Annabel and Lisa\, we’re bringing together an exceptional line-up of industry leaders; WIRA 2026 Champion Marnie Finlayson\, Industry leader Laura Tyler\, Karen Dias South32\, Gabrielle Iwanow Perenti\, Lily Meneghel Rio Tinto\, Samantha Langley Vulcan Energy Resources\, Mirika Winmar Bellevue Gold\, fresh voices Dr Joel Pearson and crowd favourites Dr Emily Musgrove and Elizabeth Shaw PwC and Professor Michelle Ryan The Global Institute for Women’s Leadership with much more to reveal.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/women-in-mining-wa-2026/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
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