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SUMMARY:Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Diggers & Dealers is Australia’s leading mining forum\, combining corporate presentations by listed mining and exploration companies alongside a large exhibition area housing over 159 exhibitors from the sector.\nDelegates include miners\, explorers\, brokers\, bankers\, investors\, financiers and mining service industries from around the world. A 30 strong media contingent ensures that the proceedings of the Forum are widely reported. Attendance for the 2025 event was 2600. \nThe event provides a unique opportunity for industry professionals to meet and network\, visit regional mine sites\, engage with media\, raise finance\, invest in projects and generally engage with the resources sector at an executive level in a mining community setting\, Kalgoorlie\, the unofficial gold mining capital of Australia.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/diggers-dealers-mining-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Kalgoorlie WA\, WA\, 6430
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T173000
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SUMMARY:AusIMM Technology Forum Perth
DESCRIPTION:Critical Innovations for a Sustainable Mining Future\nThe 2026 Technology Forum series continues to showcase the latest innovations in sustainable mining\, building on the expertise and thought leadership demonstrated by organisations including Dassault Systemes\, EDL\, Quartex\, Honeywell\, FLS\, SGS\, Accenture\, Datamine\, Maptek\, Micromine\, MX3\, Plotlogic\, Universal Field Robots and WEIR since the series launched in 2024. \nNow expanded to a series of four forums\, the Technology Forum brings the industry together across the major mining hubs of Perth and Brisbane\, providing a platform for industry leaders and technical experts to share practical insights into today’s challenges – including artificial intelligence in geomodelling\, cyber security\, automation and robotics\, emissions reduction technologies\, and the sustainability of the future workforce. \nSubmit an EOI to attend and gain insight into the latest innovations in sustainable mining and hear perspectives from industry experts on building the sustainable mine of the future. \nThe AusIMM Technology Forum provides an exclusive platform to demonstrate your expertise\, connect with decision-makers\, and drive high-level dialogue around practical innovation and sustainable mining solutions. View showcase opportunity \nPerth | April 16 and July 22
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ausimm-technology-forum-perth/
LOCATION:Perth WA\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260707T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260707T090000
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SUMMARY:Fremantle Innovation Exchange: Blue Economy - Innovation in WA
DESCRIPTION:The Fremantle Innovation Exchange (FIE) is a new initiative by the Fremantle Chamber of Commerce made possible through funding from the Meshpoints Promotions & Storytelling Challenge. \nThis opening session will explore the breadth of Western Australia’s blue economy\, showcasing founders and industry leaders working across marine technology\, ocean sustainability and coastal innovation. Through founder storytelling and moderated discussion\, the session will cover how ideas are developed\, tested and scaled within WA\, highlight emerging opportunities in the sector and unpack the challenges and enablers unique to operating in this space. Attendees will gain insight into real local innovation journeys\, strengthening understanding of the blue economy’s role in WA’s future and building confidence in the state as a place for ocean-based ventures to thrive.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fremantle-innovation-exchange-blue-economy-innovation-in-wa/
LOCATION:Fremantle Chamber of Commerce\, 16 Phillimore Street\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260705T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260626T070954Z
CREATED:20260626T070954Z
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SUMMARY:2026 RACI National Congress
DESCRIPTION:5–10 July 2026 | Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Western Australia\nThe 2026 RACI National Congress is Australia’s premier gathering of chemical scientists\, engineers\, educators\, and innovators from across the country and around the globe. Hosted by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI)\, Australia’s peak professional body championing the chemical sciences\, this Congress is a celebration of the vital role of the chemical sciences in shaping a sustainable future. \nThe theme for the 2026 National Congress is “Enabling Innovation in a Carbon Constrained World”\, engaging members from all fields of chemistry in efforts to formulate genuine and sustainable solutions to our biggest global challenges including alternative energy sources\, climate change\, food security and antibiotic resistance through presentations and discussions.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2026-raci-national-congress/
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:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T092256Z
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SUMMARY:AgentCon Perth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the AI Agents World Tour\, a global series of one-day conferences designed exclusively for developers building the future with AI agents. \nFrom San Francisco to Singapore\, we’re bringing together leading engineers\, researchers\, and creators to explore the cutting edge of AI agent design\, deployment\, and integration. Whether you’re building intelligent assistants\, autonomous systems\, or next-gen developer tools\, this event is your fast track to practical knowledge\, hands-on demos\, and real-world insights. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nDeep-Dive Talks from AI pioneers and industry leaders\nTechnical Workshops on building\, deploying\, and scaling agents\nLive Demos of powerful open-source frameworks and tools\nNetworking with a global community of builders and innovators\n\nThis isn’t just another AI event — it’s where developers meet to talk about real code.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/agentcon-perth/
LOCATION:The University of WA Business School\, Hackett Drive\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T060142Z
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SUMMARY:Pilbara Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:This event further builds on 7 highly successful Pilbara Summits providing the perfect opportunity for the Pilbara regions senior industry\, investors\, businesses\, community\, and government representatives to re-join and reconnect for this unique networking and shared learning opportunity. \nFollowing on from the last 4 years of sell-out events\, Pilbara Summit 2026 will be looking at the economic growth\, investment\, development and diverse and dynamic industry across the region.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pilbara-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Red Earth Arts Precinct\, 27 Welcome Road\, Karratha\, Western Australia\, 6714\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260623T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T094357Z
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SUMMARY:ResBaz Perth 2026
DESCRIPTION:ResBaz is a three-day festival of digital research training\, where researchers from all disciplines come together to learn new skills in an interactive\, collaborative and – above all – fun setting. Featuring workshops\, talks\, discussion sessions\, networking and plenty of social activities\, ResBazPerth provides participatory training spanning nearly fifty different topics of cutting-edge digital research tools and techniques. \nResearchers at ALL levels from ALL disciplines. PhD candidates\, research masters students and early career researchers \, research technologists and research software engineers who support researchers to do their job should also come along! \nSessions at this year’s ResBaz will offer a brief practical introduction to a broad selection of topics and tools related to digital research practice relevant across the disciplines.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/resbaz-perth-2026/
LOCATION:Murdoch University\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260623T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T064638Z
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SUMMARY:D&A 2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Australia’s Leading Decommissioning and Abandonment Conference\nKey Topics include: \n\nThe regulatory landscape\nOperator activity – insight into on going campaigns\nP&A innovation\nPorts & recycling\nSupply chain and collaboration
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/da-2026-conference/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260619T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260619T163000
DTSTAMP:20260503T061652Z
CREATED:20260503T054935Z
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SUMMARY:ACS WA Tech Summit: Navigating the Digital Frontier
DESCRIPTION:The ACS WA State Summit attracts a diverse audience of 120+ tech and ICT professionals eager to enhance their expertise\, make meaningful connections and expand their network. Join us in helping navigate the digital frontier!\n\n\n\n\n\nThe ACS WA Tech Summit is the state’s premier gathering of technology and ICT professionals\, bringing together industry leaders\, innovators and emerging talent. Through a dynamic program of keynotes\, panels and interactive sessions\, the summit will explore how organisations are navigating the rapidly evolving digital landscape. \nFrom leading AI transformation in practice and leveraging data to drive better outcomes\, to building future-ready workforces\, addressing ethical challenges\, and strengthening cyber resilience\, the summit offers a comprehensive view of the trends shaping the future of technology. \nJoin us to gain practical insights\, exchange ideas\, and connect with peers as we collectively navigate the opportunities and complexities of the digital frontier.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/acs-wa-tech-summit-navigating-the-digital-frontier/
LOCATION:Curtin University\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260616T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T075806Z
CREATED:20260528T075806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T075806Z
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SUMMARY:AI Roundtable 2026: Governance\, Safety & Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s voices on the rules\, risks\, and real value of artificial intelligence. \n\n\n\n\nFive voices. One table. Two hours that matter.\nIn mid-2026\, every senior leader in Western Australia is being asked the same question: what does responsible artificial intelligence actually mean for my organisation\, my community\, and my obligations as a citizen? \nAI Roundtable 2026 is the WA AI Hub’s flagship public conversation on the rules\, risks and real value of artificial intelligence in Western Australia. For one afternoon\, five voices sit around one table for a moderated discussion followed by a practical workshop. No vendor pitch. No futurism. A working roundtable on what to do next. \nWhy this conversation\, why now\nAustralia has a Commonwealth Chief AI Officer mandate in force\, a Voluntary AI Safety Standard\, and a State AI Policy and Assurance Framework in Western Australia. Boards\, executives and senior public servants are all being asked to act\, often with limited internal capability and no precedent. This event puts the people setting the rules in the same room as the people working under them and the public who lives with the consequences. \nAround the table\n\nKate Chaney MP\, Independent Federal Member for Curtin. Among Australia’s most active parliamentary voices on AI and leading work on deepfakes in elections\, on automated decision-making safeguards in government\, and on AI-generated child sexual abuse material.\nProf. Sharath Sriram\, Chief Scientist Western Australia. WA’s fourth and most senior independent science advisor\, appointed in June 2025. Nanoelectronics researcher and Fellow of Engineers Australia\, with two decades of work translating research into industry.\nProf. Toby Walsh\, Chief Scientist of the UNSW AI Institute. ARC Laureate Fellow\, Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science\, and one of the world’s most cited AI researchers. Author of five books on AI for the general public\, most recently The Shortest History of AI (2025).\nJosh Tedjasaputra\, Founder & Chair\, WA AI Hub. Designer of the Responsible AI Governance Sprint and publisher of the Australia AI Business Index 2026. Adjunct at UNSW teaching Responsible AI and Human-Computer Interaction.\nFacilitated by Dr Eunice Sari\, Director of CX Insight and Adjunct Associate Professor at UNSW. First Asian female Google Developer Expert in Product Design and Strategy. Three decades of human-computer interaction practice across academia and industry.\n\nWho this is for\nSenior executives\, board directors\, public servants\, academics\, AI practitioners\, and any Western Australian who takes the future of AI in this State seriously enough to spend two hours thinking it through with others.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ai-roundtable-2026-governance-safety-innovation/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260616T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260111T083905Z
CREATED:20260111T083905Z
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SUMMARY:MiningNews Select Perth 2026
DESCRIPTION:An event where resource investors can connect directly with mining companies and explore their projects for potential investment. \nDiscover exciting opportunities\, engage in one-on-one discussions and gain valuable insights into the mining investment landscape. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/miningnews-select-perth-2026/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260615T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260723T075143Z
CREATED:20260605T082953Z
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SUMMARY:7th Australia-Korea New Energy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Invest and Trade Western Australia (WA) is proudly supporting 7th Australia-Korea New Energy Forum\, presented by the Australia-Korea Business Council in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea.\nUnder the theme\, ‘A Future Made in Australia: From shared vision to joint action with Korea in the new energy era’\, the forum will bring together government and industry leaders to strengthen collaboration across the global energy transition. \nAs home to some of the best renewable energy sources in the world\, including rich reserves of critical minerals\, WA continues to play a key role in powering innovation\, supporting the transition to new energy\, and strengthening long-term international collaboration\, including with partners such as Korea. \nLearn more and register via the Australia-Korea Business Council website
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/7th-australia-korea-new-energy-forum/
LOCATION:Perth WA\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260612T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260329T060542Z
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SUMMARY:UWA Data Institute 2026 Conference | DATA MATTERS: Virtuous and the Vicious
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference at The University of Western Australia invites leaders from research\, industry\, and policy makers to examine how we safeguard a healthy and trustworthy data-verse\, ensuring data continues to underpin rigorous\, evidence-based decision-making in an increasingly synthetic world. \nPROGRAM HIGLIGHTS: \n\nToby Walsh FAA FTSE FRSN at UNSW\, on the future of AI\nUWA researcher Michael Kyron\, Business Support Manager at the Suicide Prevention and Resilience Research Centre (UWA)\nTamryn Barker\, Sector Director\, Mining & Nature Tech at Founders Factory\nA cross-sector fireside chat featuring leaders from the ICRAR (International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research) Research and industry UWA\n\nWe’ll also showcase the next generation of research leaders through our Postgraduate Student Researcher Pitch and present the UWA Data Institute Research Awards. \nIf you’re passionate about quality data\, innovation and impact\, this is a conversation you’ll want to be part of.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/data-matters-conference/
LOCATION:The University Club of WA\, Ground Floor Auditorium\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260529T114500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T034856Z
CREATED:20260507T034856Z
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SUMMARY:Sector Briefing: The Future of Energy
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s energy sector is entering a new era\, building on its strength in LNG and natural gas while rapidly expanding into renewables\, hydrogen and critical minerals. Strong investment and new infrastructure are helping position WA as a major force in the global shift to cleaner energy. \nOur upcoming Sector Briefing: The Future of Energy\, promises to be an engaging event with a keynote from the Hon. Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA along with engaging panellists to discuss energy during a critical period in WA history.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/sector-briefing-the-future-of-resources-2/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260527T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T041327Z
CREATED:20260427T041148Z
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SUMMARY:Australian Financial Review Mining Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Financial Review Mining Summit 2026\, presented by the Minerals Council of Australia.\n📅 Wednesday 27 May 2026\n📍 The Ritz-Carlton Perth \nThe forum will bring together senior government officials and business to explore the opportunities and challenges of Australia’s mining and resources sectors. \nAttendees can expect to hear insights and advice across a range of topics\, including: \nthe future of mining in Australia;rare earths and critical minerals; investment appetite across the industry; and digitalisation and decarbonisation.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/australian-financial-review-mining-summit/
LOCATION:The Ritz Carlton\, 1 Barrack Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260526T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260329T065525Z
CREATED:20260329T065456Z
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SUMMARY:Indian Ocean Defence & Security Conference 2026 (IODS)
DESCRIPTION:The Indian Ocean Defence & Security (IODS) 2026 Conference and Exhibition is a strategically focused international defence and security event designed to facilitate high-level engagement on shared regional challenges\, capability development\, and sovereign industry growth. \nThe three-day program features senior-level conferences and symposia\, an international industry exhibition\, delegation engagement\, B2B networking\, industry briefings\, site visits\, workforce development and careers programs. \nLed by Defence West and anchored in Perth\, the event reflects Western Australia’s central role in shaping Australia’s strategic defence framework. \nIODS 2026 is a trade-only event\, open to professionals with direct business activity in defence\, government\, or related industry sectors.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/indian-ocean-defence-security-conference-2026-iods/
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:20260525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T012039Z
CREATED:20260402T052428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T012039Z
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SUMMARY:Oceans of Data Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Oceans of Data Conference is a national\, one-day event bringing together researchers\, industry and government to explore how data-driven approaches are reshaping ocean science\, engineering and decision-making across Australia’s marine and offshore sectors. \nData-enabled advances in observation\, modelling and analytics are transforming how we understand and work in the ocean environment. This conference provides a forum to share emerging capabilities\, real-world applications and future opportunities at the intersection of ocean science and data innovation. \nLearn more and register
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/oceans-of-data-conference/
LOCATION:The University Club of WA\, Ground Floor Auditorium\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260520T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260302T060516Z
CREATED:20260302T060516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T060516Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborate Innovate 2026
DESCRIPTION:Cooperative Research Australia (CRA) is excited to be running its annual conference once again in 2026. \nThe 2026 conference will bring together this industry-research community to explore the theme\, National Growth\, Global Reach. \nJoin hundreds of other likeminded attendees in addressing critical matters surrounding research translation\, utilisation and commercialisation\, and innovation and industrial transformation\, and be part of a collaboration that seeks to drive Australia’s prosperity. \nLearn more and register \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/collaborate-innovate-2026/
LOCATION:The University Club of WA\, Ground Floor Auditorium\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260519T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260519T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T023833Z
CREATED:20260503T023719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T023833Z
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SUMMARY:AusBiotech Invest Perth 2026
DESCRIPTION:AusBiotech Invest Perth 2026 is a half-day event bringing together investors\, founders\, executives and ecosystem leaders for an afternoon of investor perspectives\, market insight and strategic connection across life sciences.\nDesigned to support more purposeful engagement around capital pathways\, commercialisation and growth\, the afternoon program offers a focused forum for connection\, discussion and sector visibility.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ausbiotech-invest-perth-2026/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260519T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260521T090000
DTSTAMP:20260103T012850Z
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SUMMARY:AusMedtech 2026
DESCRIPTION:AusMedtech is Australia’s leading medtech conference\, bringing together innovators\, researchers\, clinicians\, investors and government partners to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of medtech. \nJoin the community at Crown Towers in Perth\, Western Australia from 19 to 21 May 2026 for three days of insights\, collaboration and conversation that moves the sector forward. \nBe part of the ideas\, connections and momentum shaping the next chapter of Australian medtech!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ausmedtech-2026/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T061256Z
CREATED:20260421T054919Z
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SUMMARY:Biodesign Innovation Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the inaugural Biodesign Innovation Summit\, presented as part of Perth Biodesign’s 10th-anniversary celebrations\, marking a decade of impact in advancing healthcare innovation. \n​Bringing together leaders from healthcare\, investment\, research\, government\, and the startup ecosystem\, the Summit will offer a full day of keynotes\, panels\, and honest conversations exploring what’s working\, what’s next\, and what Australia’s role looks like on a global stage. \n​Designed as a full-day experience\, the Summit will create space for meaningful connection throughout. Guests will join from across Australia and internationally for a day of shared learning\, thoughtful dialogue\, and celebration. \n​If you are interested in attending the Gala Dinner\, please note that tickets are limited and available separately.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/biodesign-innovation-summit/
LOCATION:The University Club of WA\, Ground Floor Auditorium\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260507T170000
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SUMMARY:Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX26)
DESCRIPTION:At GRX26\, mining operators\, METS innovators\, engineers and constructors\, processing and logistics specialists\, government\, research institutions\, and global partners come together to share what’s working\, challenge what isn’t\, and commit to the collaborations that will shape our sector’s future. \nThis isn’t just where Australia’s resources advantage is discussed—it’s where it’s activated.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/global-resources-innovation-expo-grx26/
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:20260505T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260111T083558Z
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SUMMARY:ALTA Innovation in Mining & Metallurgical Processing Conference
DESCRIPTION:ALTA is a world-class annual mining and metallurgical processing conference\, and a leading platform for innovation. ALTA conferences are well-known for providing exceptional opportunities to share ideas and develop new connections. \nThe carefully crafted program is practically oriented rather than academic\, and the themes running through the conference reflect key current and developing technology trends. \nLearn more and register here: ALTA Innovation in Mining & Metallurgical Processing Conference \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/alta-innovation-in-mining-metallurgical-processing-conference/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Hotel Perth\, 207 Adelaide Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260422T114500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260329T080224Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Defence Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s defence industry is gaining momentum\, underpinned by strategic national priorities\, significant government investment\, and strengthened collaboration between defence\, industry\, and research. \nThe sector is undergoing rapid transformation\, with opportunities emerging in shipbuilding\, advanced manufacturing\, cyber security\, and new technologies. \nWith the state up against capacity constraints\, housing shortages and logistical transport upgrades\, the upcoming Business News Defence Infrastructure Sector Briefing will convene senior industry leaders\, policymakers\, and innovators to exchange insights\, discuss actionable next steps and examine the key trends shaping Western Australia’s defence landscape.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-future-of-defence-infrastructure/
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:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260320T030524Z
CREATED:20260320T030035Z
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation Summit - Australia-USA
DESCRIPTION:The AI Innovation Summit Australia–USA marks the ninth event in the International AI Innovation Summits Series\, organised by Innovate Australia in Perth. Each summit in the series focuses on strengthening innovation relationships between Australia and a partner nation\, bringing together entrepreneurs\, researchers\, investors\, industry leaders\, and policymakers.Rather than focusing only on artificial intelligence as a technology\, the summit is about people\, collaboration\, and real-world innovation. It creates an open and engaging environment where participants can exchange ideas\, share experiences\, and explore opportunities for practical partnerships between Australia and the United States. \n\nLearn more here: AI Innovation Summit – Australia-USA
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ai-innovation-summit-australia-usa/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
ORGANIZER;CN="Innovate Australia":MAILTO:steve.carroll@innovateaustralia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260401T114500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260222T020452Z
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SUMMARY:Sector Briefing: The Future of Resources
DESCRIPTION:Sector Briefing: The Future of Resources\, will examine the key opportunities and challenges shaping the mining sector in 2026. \nThis exclusive event will feature a keynote from Hon. David Michael MLA. Minister for Mines and Petroleum; Finance; Electoral Affairs; Goldfields-Esperance as well as panels featuring senior executives from major global producers\, leading operators\, and prominent contractors to share their perspectives on market outlooks\, project pipelines\, workforce pressures and the path to decarbonisation.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/sector-briefing-the-future-of-resources/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260315T083139Z
CREATED:20260315T083139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T083139Z
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SUMMARY:WA Major Projects Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s largest major projects & infrastructure conference attracting over 150 delegates each year. Topics covered – Transport\, housing\, health\, energy & water.\nWestern Australia’s financial position remains exceptionally strong\, with an unprecedented $38 billion infrastructure program rolling out over the next four years. This investment is transforming the state through major projects in transport\, energy\, housing\, mining\, regional development\, and economic diversification. \nAgainst this backdrop\, the WA Major Projects Conference returns in March 2026 for two dynamic days of discussion and collaboration. The conference will provide a comprehensive overview of ongoing and upcoming projects across the state\, while offering a high-level platform to explore WA’s infrastructure pipeline\, challenges\, and opportunities. \nJoin us and connect with key decision-makers\, gain valuable insights\, and be part of shaping the future of Western Australia’s infrastructure landscape.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-major-projects-conference-2026/
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:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260315T082826Z
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SUMMARY:WA Clean Energy Summit
DESCRIPTION:The premier event for the renewables industry in Western Australia\nFrom the launch of the WA Residential Battery Scheme to major storage investments\, offshore wind proposals and with state-owned coal-fired power closures on the horizon\, Western Australia’s unique electricity landscape is being reshaped. \nTaking place on Tuesday 24 March at the Pan Pacific Perth\, the Western Australia Clean Energy Summit brings the state’s clean energy community together for one day of thought-leadership\, knowledge-sharing and collaboration. \nThe Summit will explore the issues that matter most to Western Australia across three key themes: \n\nConnecting to the grid\nDecarbonising\nWA’s industries\nBalancing supply and demand\n\nDon’t miss the opportunity to build connections with industry leaders\, policymakers and sector decision makers including at the ever-popular Networking Drinks.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-clean-energy-summit-2/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Hotel Perth\, 207 Adelaide Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260323T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260130T060522Z
CREATED:20260103T063401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T060522Z
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SUMMARY:Black Swan Summit
DESCRIPTION:Perth-born and globally connected\, Black Swan Summit Australia 2026 brings together visionary builders in Quantum\, AI\, Tokenisation and Green Infrastructure with industry partners\, talent\, policymakers\, thought leaders and capital to build a human-centred\, planet-positive and secure digital economy. \nBuilding the Next Economy\nThe next economy will be built on infrastructure that scales intelligence\, capital and productivity – securely\, sustainably\, and with a human-centred approach. Its foundations will be Next-Generation Green Computing and Data Centres\, Quantum Systems\, AI and Blockchain-based solutions.\nThe program is designed to turn ideas into action – from foresight and R&D to policy\, market adoption and real-world impact. It’s a dynamic space where innovation\, infrastructure and global ambition converge with local opportunity. \n2026 Content Tracks\nExplore Western Australia’s strategic advantage – how geography\, policy\, innovation and geopolitics are shaping its role in global corridors.\nWhy Quantum\, AI and next-generation data centres are now mission-critical infrastructure – from compute and connectivity to security and governance.\nHow capital\, research and policy are converging to turn breakthrough tech into real-world outcomes. \nFeaturing rigorous discussions\, provocative exchanges and inspiring ideas\, the Black Swan Summit Australia will shape understanding of what tech and policy developments mean for your business\, and how you can leverage uncertainties for opportunity through strategic collaborations. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/black-swan-summit-2/
LOCATION:The University of Western Australia\, 35 Stirling Highway\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260320T190000
DTSTAMP:20260103T020414Z
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SUMMARY:WASMA Resources Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:The WA School of Mines Alumni (WASMA) will be hosting its second Resources Leadership Summit on Friday 20 March 2026 at the Westin Perth. \nThe Summit will focus on four key themes essential for leadership in the resources sector: \n\nBe Creative: Embrace innovative thinking to solve complex problems and drive progress.\nBe Adaptive: Develop the agility to navigate and thrive amidst industry changes and uncertainties.\nBe Resilient: Build the mental and emotional strength to endure and overcome challenges.\nBe a Titan: Lead with authority\, empathy\, vision and confidence to inspire and drive your team forward.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wasma-resources-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:The Westin\, 4480 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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