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  • The Power Shift: Transitioning Farm Communities to Renewables

    West Coast Eagnles at Mineral Resources Park 42 Bishopsgate Street, Lathlain, WA

    The energy transition, and how it impacts farms, agriculture and our communities. The agricultural sector needs to recognise the opportunities in renewables and manage the risks and challenges. To do this, we must be well informed and armed with knowledge of what is already happening and what lies ahead. Supported by Western Power and Department… Continue reading The Power Shift: Transitioning Farm Communities to Renewables

    $22.49

    Purpose Ventures Founder Info Session June 2024

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    Join us on June 25th for our upcoming Founder Info Session to help get your startup venture capital ready. Gain practical insights on how to position your company for VC funding and meet the Purpose Ventures team. This is also an opportunity to network with like-minded entrepreneurs. We'll cover: What we look for in investments… Continue reading Purpose Ventures Founder Info Session June 2024

    FREE

    UWA Defence & Security Public Event Invitation

    The University Club of WA Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia

    WA’s Growing Strategic Importance : A Deep Dive into AUKUS and the Surface Fleet Review The UWA Defence and Security Institute warmly invite you to attend a public event and panel discussion on WA’s Growing Strategic Importance: A Deep Dive into AUKUS and the Surface Fleet Review. For an Australian state that has gained much of… Continue reading UWA Defence & Security Public Event Invitation

    FREE

    An Evening with Mr Glenn Butcher

    WA Chinese Chamber of Commerce 1304 Hay Street, West Perth, WA

    A Networking 2024 event to meet Mr Glen Butcher, Managing Director & CEO of FundWA - Innovation Investing in WA The Western Australia Chinese Chamber of Commerce (WACCC) invites you to a networking evening featuring Mr Glenn Butcher, Managing Director & CEO of FundWA, a leading West Australian venture capital firm championing innovative and tech enabled… Continue reading An Evening with Mr Glenn Butcher

    Introducing The Health Translation Group Limited (HTG)

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Introducing The Health Translation Group Limited (HTG) This is a new not-for-profit charitable initiative is enabled by the founding support of three leading Western Australian medical research institutes: Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, Lions Eye Institute and the Perron Institute. ZOOM DETAILS IN LINK The presentation on the HTG will be led by Liddy… Continue reading Introducing The Health Translation Group Limited (HTG)

    Elevate Program: Applicant Information Session (Undergraduate scholarships)

    online Western Australia, Australia

    An information session for prospective applicants for the Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM program, Undergraduate scholarships. Anyone interested in learning more about the program and applying for the 2025 intake is invited to register. This session will include an overview of the program’s aims and objectives, tips and tricks for applying for the program, followed… Continue reading Elevate Program: Applicant Information Session (Undergraduate scholarships)

    Info Session: Biomedical AI Sprints Accelerator

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub and MTPConnect have recently launched the Biomedical AI Sprints Accelerator (BASA) to help high growth biomedical companies harness the power of data and artificial intelligence (AI). Join us to learn more about how you can apply to join the accelerator and what is involved in the 9-month program on… Continue reading Info Session: Biomedical AI Sprints Accelerator

    Regional Business Engagement Forum – Albany

    Retravision Stadium 156 Lockyer Avenue, Centennial Park, WA

    The Albany Regional Business Engagement Forum is an exciting opportunity for local businesses to hear about upcoming local work opportunities, incentives to engage new staff and a number of available grant funding and financial initiatives to support your business. Hosted by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI), the Albany Regional Business Engagement… Continue reading Regional Business Engagement Forum – Albany

    FREE

    Measuring progress towards a Just Transition with Prof. Tavis Potts

    online Western Australia, Australia

    What is a Just Transition? What does it mean for communities, planners, policy makers and businesses? How do we enact change for Net Zero? Professor Tavis Potts (Coordinator of the Just Transition Lab, University of Aberdeen) will join us for our fourth webinar, addressing these questions and more! As transition becomes ever more urgent, there have been… Continue reading Measuring progress towards a Just Transition with Prof. Tavis Potts

    FREE

    Webinar: How to enter the Pause Awards

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    In this webinar, you will hear from George Hedon, Founder of the Pause Awards and Heather Marano, Director of awards consultancy Green Door Co, on their top tips for entering and winning a Pause Award! Whether you’re a burgeoning startup, scaling SME or seasoned enterprise, the Pause Awards is your platform to showcase breakthrough innovations… Continue reading Webinar: How to enter the Pause Awards

    Webinar: Introduction to the R&D Tax Incentive

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    8/8/2024, 11:00 AM - 8/8/2024, 12:00 PM Join representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program. You will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. We highly recommend attending this session before submitting an application.… Continue reading Webinar: Introduction to the R&D Tax Incentive

    Intro to CERI Livestream

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Deep-tech Commercialisation at CERI Thursday 22th August @ 12-12:30pm The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI) is hosting a lunchtime webinar on Thursday 22 August at 12pm to introduce the work that we are doing to support deep-tech commercialisation in Western Australia. This webinar will highlight the program, residency and mentorship options that CERI offers, as… Continue reading Intro to CERI Livestream

    FREE

    India Australia RISE Accelerator – Online Information and Q&A Session

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    The India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) Accelerator provides support to Indian and Australian startups and small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) working on cutting-edge technology, and are considering expansion between both countries. Applications for our Climate Smart Agritech round open on 19 August. Startups and SMEs with innovative, scalable and deployable agritech solutions that can support national economies, farmer… Continue reading India Australia RISE Accelerator – Online Information and Q&A Session

    FREE

    Careers of the Future: STEM is for Everyone

    Leeming Senior High School 4 Aulberry Parade, Leeming, WA

    As we stand at the crossroads where today's technology shapes tomorrow's professions, grasping the full range of opportunities within STEM is crucial, especially so for women and girls. Our Techtrails STEM Programs are dedicated to bridging this gap, providing insights into both current and future career pathways. We're setting the stage for inspirational women in… Continue reading Careers of the Future: STEM is for Everyone

    FREE

    South West Regional Futures Launch

    Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry 15 Stirling Street, Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia

    SW Regional Futures is a guiding document that provides an overview of regional issues, need and opportunities. Packed with analysis, it identifies enabling infrastructure, highlights our changing world, climate issues and a whole paradigm shift towards green credentials, skills and harnessing technologies. This event will touch on the latest update, providing a suite of key data highlighting… Continue reading South West Regional Futures Launch

    FREE

    Contributing to a thriving culture of social innovation across WA

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Are you an individual who is looking to make a difference, has strong social capital and a go-get attitude? Or a funder who wants to support innovation in the not-for-profit sector in WA? Then this event is for you! In a collaborative effort, Meshpoints and 10x10 are working to create a thriving social innovation culture… Continue reading Contributing to a thriving culture of social innovation across WA

    WA VC Initiative Briefing

    Level 11, 1 William Street Level 11, 1 William Street, Perth, WA

    The Western Australian Government, as part of its commitment to support the State’s expanding innovation ecosystem, is seeking to enhance support for early-stage business growth to drive innovation, job creation, economic activity, and diversification. The WA Venture Capital (VC) Initiative is a Western Australian Government program seeking to accelerate, develop and enhance the VC industry… Continue reading WA VC Initiative Briefing

    Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Information Session

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has opened the first round of the Solar Sunshot program to support innovation in Australia's solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry. Two Funding Rounds (Round 1A and Round 1B) are now open with a total of $550 million available. Round 1A aims to support solar PV manufacturing innovation with a… Continue reading Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Information Session

    Future by Design: Academy of the Future

    The Platform & Purpose Studio 3/256 Adelaide Terrace, PERTH, Australia

    Introducing the Future by Design - Academy of the Future: Empowering Western Australia's Next Generation of Innovators We are thrilled to announce the launch of A Future by Design - Academy of the Future, a groundbreaking initiative designed to propel Western Australia into the forefront of global innovation. In partnership with some of the world’s… Continue reading Future by Design: Academy of the Future

    $30

    BHP Xplor Breakfast Symposium

    Pan Pacific Hotel Perth 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, Australia

    BHP Xplor is a global accelerator program targeting innovative, early-stage mineral exploration companies to find the critical resources necessary to drive the energy transition.​ Learn more about the program and meet the team:  Date: 30 September 2024 Timing: 07:30-11:00 (Registration starts from 07:30) Venue: Pan Pacific Perth, (Goldsworthy Room) 207 Adelaide Terrace, Perth WA 6000, Australia

    Be part of TEDxKings Park – Information Session

    EZONE UWA Student Hub 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, WA

    Meet the TEDxKings Park Team — find out how to be part of Australia's most energetic TEDx. TED and TEDx are the world's most popular and respected platforms for ideas. Be part of the upcoming TEDxKings Park Youth on 23 November at the State Theatre Centre. At Australia's largest TEDx Youth event, 9 world-premiere TEDx talks from Perth's… Continue reading Be part of TEDxKings Park – Information Session

    FREE

    Be part of TEDxKings Park –#2 Information Session

    Curtin University

    Meet the TEDxKings Park Team — find out how to be part of Australia's most energetic TEDx. TED and TEDx are the world's most popular and respected platforms for ideas. Be part of the upcoming TEDxKings Park Youth on 23 November at the State Theatre Centre. At Australia's largest TEDx Youth event, 9 world-premiere TEDx talks from Perth's… Continue reading Be part of TEDxKings Park –#2 Information Session

    FREE

    Local Jobs for Social Enterprises

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Are you a social enterprise that employs vulnerable people? Would you like to hire more people more but need funding and wrap around support to do so? You could be eligible for up to $10,000 to support a trainee or apprentice back into work after being long-term unemployed The Commonwealth government has committed to supporting social… Continue reading Local Jobs for Social Enterprises

    FREE

    Curtin Accelerate 2025 Information Session

    Curtin University

    Do you want support to turn your passion for a problem into a thriving startup business? Applications for Curtin University's accelerator program, Curtin Accelerate, are now open. Equipping emerging and established innovators with the tools to take their innovation to market, the program has a strong track record supporting some of Australia's most exciting startup… Continue reading Curtin Accelerate 2025 Information Session

    Free

    Introduction to the R&DTI

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    11/12/2024, 11:00 AM - 11/12/2024, 12:00 PM Time zone: (UTC+08:00) Perth Microsoft Teams meeting Join representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program. You will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. We highly recommend… Continue reading Introduction to the R&DTI

    free

    Hot Decarbonisation Opportunities: Renewable Heat and Energy Efficiency at Industrial Facilities

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Industrial activity accounts for approximately 44% of Australia's total emissions and 45% of energy use. With the burning of fossil fuels involved in more than half of these activities to produce process heat, there is a real need to explore new technology pathways to decarbonise. On October 29, 2024, ARENA will host an industry-focused webinar… Continue reading Hot Decarbonisation Opportunities: Renewable Heat and Energy Efficiency at Industrial Facilities