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SUMMARY:Agendo 002: Maxine Minter
DESCRIPTION:“Spectemur Agendo” Let us be judged by our actions. \nOnce the motto of the Karrakatta Club\, formerly housed in these very rooms\, Spectemur Agendo finds a new home at Lawson Flats. Agendo is a new conversation series curated by Lawson Flats member Oliver Bazzani\, bringing together founders\, scientists\, investors and entrepreneurs whose work is shaping the world around us.\n\nFor the September edition\, Oliver Bazzani is joined by Maxine Minter. \nAbout Maxine Minter\n\nAustralia’s first solo female general partner and founder of the country’s first dedicated pre-seed fund. \nHer dedication to early-stage founders comes from lived experience—she’s built and co-founded startups\, invested as an angel in both Australia and the US\, and launched Co Lab to give first-time founders and senior execs access to world-class coaches. \nShe’s studied and taught at places like Stanford\, Macquarie\, Oxford\, and Copenhagen\, but it’s her work side-by-side with founders that defines her. Maxine is known for her conviction at the earliest stage and her relentless support of the people building generational companies. \n\n\n—\nDoors & Happy Hour from 5.00PMConversation 6.00PMDrinks & canapés from 7.00PM
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/agendo-002-maxine-minter/
LOCATION:Lawson Flats\, 4 Sherwood Court\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
ORGANIZER;CN="Oliver Bazzani":MAILTO:oliver.bazzani@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260929T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260929T070000
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SUMMARY:Global Innovation in Pasture and Rangeland Systems Series: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Agriculture is evolving rapidly\, but many of its biggest challenges are shared across regions. From climate resilience and labor shortages to technology adoption and market expansion\, producers and innovators are seeking practical solutions that work in real-world pasture and rangeland systems. \nJoin agritech leaders from New Zealand\, Australia\, Colorado\, and Wyoming for a three-part webinar series exploring how complementary agricultural ecosystems are tackling these challenges together. Through conversations with producers\, researchers\, investors\, policymakers\, and economic development leaders\, the series will highlight practical experiences\, emerging technologies\, and opportunities for future international collaboration. \nWhether you are a farmer or rancher\, an agritech company\, an investor\, or a policymaker\, these discussions will provide valuable insights into the future of pasture-based agriculture and the partnerships shaping it. \nWebinar Sessions Overview: \nSession 1 — Farmer and Rancher Perspectives – Sept 28/29 | 4:00 PM EDT / 8:00 AM AEST / 11:00 AM NZST \nHear directly from producers representing each participating region as they discuss the realities of managing pasture and rangeland operations. Topics include climate resilience\, productivity challenges\, labor pressures\, technology adoption\, diversification opportunities\, and lessons that can be shared across regions. \nSession 2 — Innovation and Technology Ecosystems – Oct 12/13 | 3:00 PM EDT / 8:00 AM AEST / 10:00 AM NZST \nExplore how each region is building thriving agritech ecosystems. Regional leaders will introduce their innovation landscapes before joining a panel discussion on digital agriculture\, livestock technologies\, AI\, remote sensing\, automation\, commercialization\, and pathways for bringing innovation successfully onto the farm and ranch. \nSession 3 — Investment\, Regional Development\, and Policy – Oct 26/27 | 3:00 PM EDT / 8:00 AM AEST / 10:00 AM NZST \nLearn how government\, investors\, and regional development organizations are supporting agritech growth through policy\, investment\, trade\, and international partnerships. The session will examine opportunities for cross-border collaboration\, market expansion\, and future joint initiatives.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/global-innovation-in-pasture-and-rangeland-systems-series-session-1/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Agritech Association":MAILTO:info@ausagritech.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T170000
DTSTAMP:20261003T072745Z
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SUMMARY:Decarbonising Heat: Making Thermal Energy Storage Work for Industry
DESCRIPTION:Industrial heat is one of the most significant and challenging areas of energy decarbonisation across APAC. Thermal Energy Storage (TES) offers an opportunity to electrify process heat while maintaining reliable thermal supply\, shifting electricity consumption to periods of renewable availability and reducing exposure to peak electricity prices and demand. \n\n\nThis LDES Council webinar will bring together industrial energy users\, industry associations\, TES technology providers\, project developers\, investors and policymakers to explore how TES can work commercially across sectors including steel\, cement\, aluminium\, food & beverage\, FMCG and other process industries. \n\n\nFeaturing real-world projects and member case studies\, the session will focus on what industry needs\, where TES is commercially viable today\, what business models are emerging\, and how customers and solution providers can connect to develop projects across APAC. \n\n\nJoin us to explore the opportunities\, hear from industry and technology leaders\, and identify potential partners for the next generation of industrial heat projects.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/decarbonising-heat-making-thermal-energy-storage-work-for-industry/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260916T132742Z
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SUMMARY:AISIG: AI in Mining & Resources - From Innovation to Operational Impact
DESCRIPTION:A joint event presented by the ACS WA Artificial Intelligence Special Interest Group (AISIG) and the Western Australian AI Hub (WA AI Hub)\n\n\n\nAs companies look beyond early AI testing\, the real goal is figuring out how to use these tools every day to make a meaningful difference in how work gets done. \nThis panel brings together industry leaders to share what it really takes to bring AI into mining and resources. Together\, we will explore how teams are expanding their use of smart tools\, integrating them into daily operations\, keeping technology safe and responsible\, and supporting workers through these changes. Panellists will share honest stories\, lessons learned\, and practical advice on moving AI from an exciting idea to a helpful tool that creates real\, long-term value. \nWhether you work in tech\, manage teams and resources\, lead business strategy\, or simply want to understand how AI is changing the way we work\, this event is for you \nSpeakers:\n\nJanaki Gunawardhana\, IT Automation Manager | Rio Tinto\nJosh Tedjasaputra\, Director | WA AI Hub\nElizabeth Antoine\, Program Architect | BHP\nStewart Connor\, General Manager | idoba
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/aisig-ai-in-mining-resources-from-innovation-to-operational-impact-2/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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ORGANIZER;CN="WA AI Hub":MAILTO:eunice@wahub.ai
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T233000
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SUMMARY:LESI WEBINAR: Brand Expansion & Licensing
DESCRIPTION:Brand Expansion & Licensing Part 8 – Optimization\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLES USA & Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat actually makes a brand “own-able\,” and why does it matter more than almost anything else when you’re deciding how far to expand? \nIn this session (hosted by LES USA-Canada)\, Pete Canalichio (Founder and Managing Partner\, Brandalive) will unpack the LASSO Framework’s Own-ability pillar through real cases like Louis Vuitton’s trademark battle with My Other Bag and Coca-Cola’s “Share a Coke” campaign\, then dig into the three paths brands actually use to grow: franchising\, M&A\, and co-branding\, with lessons from Subway\, Disney/Marvel\, and BMW x Louis Vuitton along the way. \nWhether you’re weighing how to protect your brand’s identity or actively exploring your next expansion move\, you’ll walk away with a sharper framework for making that call.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/lesi-webinar-brand-expansion-licensing/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261002T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261002T193000
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SUMMARY:Now You're in Business - CERI Women Entrepreneur Series
DESCRIPTION:Now You’re in Business – Managing growth\, leadership\, complexity and scaling a business for long-term success.\nHosted by: Toby Swinger\, CEO\, CERI \nModerated by: Natalie Dawson\, CEO\, Focus Commercial Advisory \nSpeaker panel: \n\nMelissa Sturgess\, Co-founder & CEO Ananda & NED\nAndrea Horwood\, Founder & CEO ETTO & NED\nKate O’Hara\, CEO Foodbank WA & NED\nAaron McDonald\, Founder & Managing Principal Pragma Legal\nBrigadier Amanda Williamson\, Retired Army Commander\, Founder & Principal RedLine Consulting\n\nThe Women Entrepreneurs Series is a practical three-part event series designed to support entrepreneurs through every stage of the entrepreneurial journey. Bringing together experienced founders\, investors\, business leaders and professional advisers\, the series combines practical commercial advice with real-world experiences to provide attendees with insights they can immediately apply to their own businesses. \nRather than focusing solely on success stories\, the series encourages open and candid conversations about the realities of entrepreneurship\, including the challenges\, setbacks and pivotal decisions that shape successful businesses. Panellists will share not only what worked\, but also what they would do differently if they were starting again.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/now-youre-in-business-ceri-women-entrepreneur-series/
LOCATION:The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI)\, Level 1\, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands\, WA 6009\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:Quantum\, AI and the next frontier of computing
DESCRIPTION:Discover where quantum computing is heading and what it could mean for Western Australia.\n\n\n\nQuantum computing is progressing from research milestones towards practical scientific and industrial applications. At the same time\, its convergence with artificial intelligence is creating new possibilities for tackling some of the world’s most complex problems. \nJoin leaders from Quantinuum and UWA for a timely conversation on where the technology stands\, what may come next and how Australia can help shape this emerging field. \nIn conversation: \n\nDr Jenni Strabley\, Corporate Vice President and General Manager\, Compute Platform Group\, Quantinuum\nProfessor Jingbo Wang\, Director\, Research Centre for Quantum Information\, Simulation and Algorithm\, UWA\n\nWhat you will discover: \n\nWhere quantum computing is today and what comes next\nThe emerging potential of hybrid quantum and AI computing\nHow research partnerships can lead to practical outcomes\nPotential applications across health\, energy\, resources\, advanced materials and finance\nThe opportunity for Australia to build quantum capability\, applications and talent
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/quantum-ai-and-the-next-frontier-of-computing/
LOCATION:The University of Western Australia\, 35 Stirling Highway\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
ORGANIZER;CN="Quantum Australia":MAILTO:queries@quantum-australia.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261005T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261005T200000
DTSTAMP:20260920T083134Z
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SUMMARY:WiDA WA - Pre-Land Forces Networking + Speaker Jennifer Parker
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Land Forces week with WiDA WA and hear insights from defence and national security leader Jennifer Parker. \n\n\n\n\nJoin WiDA WA to kick off Land Forces Expo\, reconnect with colleagues\, expand your network\, and gain insights from one of Australia’s foremost defence and national security experts. \nAs Australia’s strategic environment continues to evolve\, understanding the geopolitical and security forces shaping our future has never been more important. Join us for an engaging evening of networking\, discussion and thought leadership ahead of Land Forces 2026. \nWe are delighted to welcome Jennifer Parker as our keynote speaker\, presenting: \nThe Changing World Order and the Evolving Character of Warfare \nDrawing on her extensive experience in the Royal Australian Navy and her current roles as Adjunct Professor at the UWA Defence & Security Institute\, Expert Associate at the ANU National Security College\, Non-Resident Fellow at the Lowy Institute\, and Adjunct Fellow at UNSW Canberra\, Jennifer will explore the strategic shifts reshaping Australia’s security landscape. She will provide valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities confronting defence\, government\, and industry in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment. \n\n\nWhether you are attending Land Forces\, working within the defence industry\, supporting sovereign capability\, or simply interested in Australia’s security future\, this event provides an excellent opportunity to build new connections and gain fresh insights.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wida-wa-pre-land-forces-networking-speaker-jennifer-parker/
LOCATION:Raffles Hotel\, 70-72 Canning Beach Road\, Applecross\, WA\, 6153\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261006T063000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261006T093000
DTSTAMP:20260924T015323Z
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SUMMARY:MCCC Business Breakfast: Shaping the Future of Melville & Cockburn
DESCRIPTION:Melville and Cockburn today will help shape how our region lives\, works and does business tomorrow. On 6 October\, MCCC\, in partnership with the City of Melville\, welcomes DevelopmentWA to share the latest on what’s underway\, what’s progressing and what comes next across our region. \nFor businesses operating\, supplying\, investing or looking to grow across Melville and Cockburn\, this is an opportunity to get closer to the activity shaping our region\, understand where growth is taking place\, gain greater visibility of what’s ahead and connect with business leaders and decision-makers across the region. \nHear from DevelopmentWA\nDavid Tomasich\nDevelopment Director – Industrial Lands Authority and Regional \nJulian Turco\nDevelopment Director – Metropolitan \nHear the latest on key DevelopmentWA projects including: \n\nMurdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct\nOneOneFive Hamilton Hill\nShoreline\nCockburn Central\n\nFrom major precincts to emerging centres of business and community\, hear how these projects are progressing and what their continued development means for the future of Melville and Cockburn. \nLocal government perspectives will add another layer to the conversation\, with insight into the priorities and development influencing the future of our region. \nThen continue the conversation over a full breakfast at Melville Glades Golf Club\, connecting with local business owners\, industry professionals and decision-makers from across Melville and Cockburn. \nPresented by MCCC in partnership with the City of Melville.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/mccc-business-breakfast-shaping-the-future-of-melville-cockburn/
LOCATION:Melville Glades Golf Club\, 51 Beasley Rd\, Leeming\, 6149
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261006T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T070217Z
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SUMMARY:The Implementation Science Symposium [WAHTN]
DESCRIPTION:The morning features a welcome and high-level overview of the state of Implementation Science in Western Australia\, presented by WAHTN Chair Professor Steve Webb\, followed by case study presentations of local implementation science practice success stories.\nCase studies presented will be from varying stages of the implementation pipeline\, and will provide an opportunity for audiences to dive deeper into the ‘how’ of implementation science\, learning from shared experiences. A panel session will then enable discussion of the case studies. Presentations and panel have in-person and livestream options. \nPresentations and Speakers\nEmbedding consumers in implementation projects\, with Emma Bourke & Rochelle Oaklands \nMaking research fit in the real world\, with Gemma Upson \nEmbedding research in practice: Generating evidence and building momentum for sustainable change\, with Dr Justin Yeung & Kaylie Toll \nDesigning implementation research studies to maximise and demonstrate impact\, with Professor Caroline Finch
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-implementation-science-symposium-wahtn/
LOCATION:Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research\, 6 Verdun Street\, Nedlands\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261006T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261006T190000
DTSTAMP:20261001T031330Z
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SUMMARY:IEEE VTS Seminar and Networking Event (WA Chapter)
DESCRIPTION:IEEE VTS Seminar and Networking Event. Seminar title: \nBeyond the Hype: Why Drone Technology Has Hit a Plateau — And What Comes Next\n\n\n\n\n\nOfficial Launch of the IEEE VTS Western Australia Chapter will be held.\nA seminar talk will be given. Speaker is Professor Hamish Campbell\, Director\, North Australian Centre for Autonomous Systems (NACAS)\, Charles Darwin University.\n\nThis seminar offers a candid\, insider’s assessment of an industry at a crossroads. It will challenge the audience of engineers and autonomous systems professionals to critically reassess assumptions about UAV value\, regulatory pathways\, and where genuine innovation and investment opportunities may still lie in this evolving landscape. \nProfessor Campbell’s research underpins a diverse range of real-world applications\, spanning conservation\, agriculture\, emergency management\, defence\, and security. His work sits at the intersection of practical field experience and strategic industry insight\, offering a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing autonomous systems as the sector navigates a period of significant change.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ieee-vts-seminar-and-networking-event-wa-chapter/
LOCATION:Murdoch University\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261007T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261007T090000
DTSTAMP:20261003T042210Z
CREATED:20261003T042210Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Startup Presentation: What it really takes to keep a small tech company alive
DESCRIPTION:Morning Startup Presentation: \nBrendan and Liz Wright\, the husband-and-wife team behind Joondalup-based CommunityToGo\, have pivoted again and again. In the early 2010s\, when apps were still a novelty\, they delivered over 150 of them to schools\, clubs\, churches and community groups\, before realising their customers weren’t really buying an app at all; they were trying to drive change. That insight sparked the first of many reinventions\, leading to their current focus on AI. \nExpect candid lessons on finding the real problem behind your product\, knowing when to pivot\, running a business as a couple\, and staying relevant as the technology shifts underneath you. \nAbout our speakers: \nBrendan Wright is the newly appointed General Manager of ALT USA\, the United States business unit of Aquatic Leisure Technologies (ALT)\, and previously its Digital Transformation Lead. With more than 30 years in ICT\, including over 15 years with global vendors such as Oracle and SAP\, he has been involved in startups since 2013\, including four years as Co-Founder and Managing Director of CommunityToGo. \nLiz Wright is the Lead Developer at CommunityToGo and the builder behind the business\, turning ideas into working products. Most recently she designed and built Coaches-Coach Sports\, a multi-sport AI coaching platform delivered in partnership with Bevo Sports\, using AI-assisted development to deliver in months what once took a full team. She’s also an accomplished watercolour painter who brings an artist’s eye for clean\, simple design to her tech work.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/morning-startup-presentation-what-it-really-takes-to-keep-a-small-tech-company-alive/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morning Startup":MAILTO:contact@morningstartup.com
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