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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: iiF Innovation Alley & Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join Innovation Alley and Innovation Showcase at the iiF (Innovative Industries of the Future) Conference on 27-28 October in Bunbury\nInnovation Alley is an exhibition space for innovative WA businesses – apply now to be considered for one of 5 free exhibition pods \nInnovation Showcase is a concurrent conference session – apply now to be selected as one of 3-5 founders who will pitch their business to the live audience \nYou can apply for either or both using the form here. Applications will be reviewed after the 18 September deadline. Those shortlisted will be invited to an online screening process towards the end of September. \nApplication deadline extended to 24 September
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-iif-innovation-alley-showcase/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260929T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: DTF Public Consultation – Review of the Procurement Act 2020 (Part A)
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) is seeking public feedback to inform a review of the current Western Australian competitive procurement thresholds and a review of the operation and effectiveness of the Procurement Act 2020 (WA). \nThe discussion paper explains the matters under review\, and sets out the relevant background\, preliminary findings and consultation questions to help stakeholders provide informed feedback. \n\nPart A concerns the review of Rule C4 of the Western Australian Procurement Rules\, which prescribes approach to market thresholds for goods\, services and works procured by State agencies.\nPart B concerns the statutory review of the Procurement Act 2020. Consistent with the terms of that review\, this part of the paper focuses on the operation and effectiveness of the Act itself.\n\nStakeholders may respond to one or both parts of this paper\, depending on their interest and experience. \nResponses should be submitted by email to procurementadvice@dtf.wa.gov.au using the relevant feedback template. \nPart A submissions close at 5pm on Tuesday 29 September 2026. Submissions should be provided using the appropriate feedback template. \nPart B submissions close at 5pm on Tuesday 20 October 2026. Submissions should be provided using the appropriate feedback template.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-dtf-public-consultation-review-of-the-procurement-act-2020-part-a/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Spacecubed and InnoLab Asia Vietnam Delegation
DESCRIPTION:Join Spacecubed and InnoLab Asia at the Vietnam Innovation Summit\, a two-day event bringing together founders\, industry leaders and innovators from across the region. The experience begins with a networking cocktail event on 13 October\, followed by the Summit across 14–15 October. This opportunity is open to founders and ecosystem leaders. \nOpportunities include: \n\nVietnam Innovation Summit passes\, fully covered by Spacecubed\nIndustry panels and masterclasses\, and tailored business matching\nFive-minute Business Showcase pitch and booth exhibition opportunities\nConnections across Vietnam’s startup and innovation ecosystem\n\nPlease note: Spacecubed will cover the cost of the Summit pass. Participants will be responsible for their own flights\, accommodation and travel costs.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-spacecubed-and-innolab-asia-vietnam-delegation/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Spacecubed and HKTDC Hong Kong Delegation
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Hong Kong market and connect with international founders\, investors\, potential partners and industry leaders through a supported Spacecubed delegation to Entrepreneur Day. Hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council\, the event will run alongside the Business of IP Asia Forum. \nOpportunities include: \n\nOne night’s accommodation\, provided by HKTDC\nSupport and introductions from the Spacecubed delegation leader\nAccess to Entrepreneur Day and the Business of IP Asia Forum\n\nPlease note: Support is subject to final approval from HKTDC. Participants will be responsible for their own flights\, additional accommodation and other travel expenses.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-spacecubed-and-hktdc-hong-kong-delegation/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261001T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Agrifutures evokeAG. 2027 Startup Program
DESCRIPTION:The Agrifutures Startup Program connects innovative agrifood businesses with investors\, customers\, partners\, government\, industry leaders and ecosystem supporters from across Australia and around the world.\nThe program is designed for businesses with a validated idea\, product or service and a clear ambition to grow. Selected companies will exhibit at evokeAG. 2027 in Startup Alley and have the opportunity to build meaningful connections\, increase their visibility and take part in pre-event support to help them make the most of the experience. \nFor 2027\, the Startup Program will consist of companies addressing real challenges across climate adaptation\, productivity and food security \nDeadline 1 October 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-agrifutures-evokeag-2027-startup-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship,DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261009T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Australian AI Standards Public Consultation
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Government Australian AI standards will be a national framework for the development of AI models and the infrastructure that enables it. This will help support investment and innovation\, while protecting our communities and resources.\nThey want to hear from Australians about how AI should be developed\, used and governed in ways that advance our national interest. \nThis consultation will help inform the development of Australia’s AI standards. This means the views of all Australians can be considered in the development of an effective and trusted framework for AI. \nWe are seeking views and feedback on: \n\nManaging the growth in large data centres and AI training.\nRequirements for large data centres.\nConditions for AI training.\n\nThe consultation will close 9 October 2026. Learn more\, read the discussion paper and have your say here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-australian-ai-standards-public-consultation/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261012T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: West Tech Pitch 2026
DESCRIPTION:West Tech Pitch gives early-stage founders the opportunity to pitch live at West Tech Main in Fremantle. Selected startups will present to renowned Silicon Valley investor Bill Tai and a panel of local and global investors\, gaining valuable feedback\, exposure and connections. \nEOIs close Monday 12 October 2026 (COB)
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-west-tech-pitch-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261014T080000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: GreenSpark: GreenTech Hub Innovation Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:A Western Australian Innovation Hackathon exploring applications of AI in green technologies\nGreenTech Hub\, supported by Spacecubed and WA Data Science and Innovation Hub\, is launching the first GreenSpark Innovation Hackathon to develop green AI solutions in response to Western Australian industry challenges. \nGreenSpark is challenging participants to build practical AI tools that solve real industry problems in construction\, energy and industrial decarbonisation. WA industry have provided real-world use cases to solve\, and over the course of the program\, teams work directly with industry\, mentors and investors to take an idea from concept to working prototype. Not only does GreenSpark aim to spotlight high potential solutions throughout the hackathon and award prizes\, we want to identify who in the room has the ambition to commercialise their idea and and grow as innovators with a curated support structure for what comes next – and welcome to the GreenSpark cohort. This cohort has limited capacity\, so every participant gets real access to mentors\, sponsors and the people who can actually move their idea forward. Sign up today to reserve your spot! \nThis Hackathon is open to engineers\, developers\, data scientists\, researchers\, students\, founders and sustainability professionals. You don’t need a team to register\, we’ll help match you with one.Throughout the Hackathon\, you’ll build a working prototype alongside industry mentors and investors\, with the chance to win a share of $40\,000+ in cash prizes\, including $10\,000 for each of three finalist teams\, plus a pitching slot at West Tech Fest in December. Top teams also become part of the ongoing GreenTech cohort\, with curated support to the needs of your solution development; such as mentorship\, office hours\, access to the Plus Eight Accelerator bootcamp\, and more support to keep building through 2027 and beyond. \nKey dates  \n1 September | Registrations open\n14 October | Registrations close\n15 October\, 9am – 5pm | Launch Day\n16 October\, 9am to 5pm | Customer Validation Day\n23 October\, 1pm – 5pm | Q&A Customer Checkpoint\n30 October\, 1pm – 5pm | Pitch Day & Sundowner
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-greenspark-greentech-hub-innovation-hackathon/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator,DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261020T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: DTF Public Consultation – Review of the Procurement Act 2020 (Part B)
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) is seeking public feedback to inform a review of the current Western Australian competitive procurement thresholds and a review of the operation and effectiveness of the Procurement Act 2020 (WA). \nThe discussion paper explains the matters under review\, and sets out the relevant background\, preliminary findings and consultation questions to help stakeholders provide informed feedback. \n\nPart A concerns the review of Rule C4 of the Western Australian Procurement Rules\, which prescribes approach to market thresholds for goods\, services and works procured by State agencies.\nPart B concerns the statutory review of the Procurement Act 2020. Consistent with the terms of that review\, this part of the paper focuses on the operation and effectiveness of the Act itself.\n\nStakeholders may respond to one or both parts of this paper\, depending on their interest and experience. \nResponses should be submitted by email to procurementadvice@dtf.wa.gov.au using the relevant feedback template. \nPart A submissions close at 5pm on Tuesday 29 September 2026. Submissions should be provided using the appropriate feedback template. \nPart B submissions close at 5pm on Tuesday 20 October 2026. Submissions should be provided using the appropriate feedback template.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-dtf-public-consultation-review-of-the-procurement-act-2020-part-b/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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