In this session, Remco Marcelis (Standard Ledger) and Jason Atkins (Torus, ex-Cake Equity) walk you through the core mechanics of fundraising. With years of experience helping hundreds of startups, they’ll demystify the rules of the game so you can approach your raise with confidence and avoid the most common mistakes. Key Topics When and how […]
Join to celebrate the very first year of LaunchLAB AI, WA’s first AI-focused incubator. Across the evening you’ll hear stories from participants old and new — capturing the energy, creativity, and ambition driving this new wave of AI innovation in WA. Most importantly, the Finale is about what comes next: the ideas, collaborations, and opportunities […]
Join for an evening of bold ideas and big opportunities as the latest Plus Eight Accelerator cohort takes the stage. Over the past months, these founders have worked intensively to refine their vision, grow their businesses, and prepare for scale. Now it’s time to share their journey. From innovative startups solving today’s toughest challenges to […]
Join EnergyLab online for the 2025 EnergyLab Scaleup Showcase, presenting this year’s cohort of startups driving the future of clean energy innovation. Ten outstanding startups from around the world will share their decarbonisation-enabling solutions across areas such as forecasting, planning, grid digitisation, capacity management, vegetation monitoring, asset maintenance, and new connection processes. Each team represents […]
Come celebrate the next generation of business builders at the Launchpad Showcase. Over 12 weeks, these students have developed their business ideas into fully operational businesses through Bloom’s incubator program, Launchpad. Now it’s time to hear their pitches! Join for an evening of: Business pitches from student founders Fresh ideas across industries Networking with WA’s innovation […]
Grand Challenges, Big Solutions is a design thinking workshop where students will use creativity and innovation to tackle tricky, real-life ocean issues! Academics, researchers and industry professionals are invited to join for the evening session to hear from the students as they present their big ideas and innovative solutions.
From startup spark to shining success—hear how passion and innovation have powered three young entrepreneurs in the community Join for an inspiring presentation by 3 passionate young business owners who are proving that age is no barrier to success. This is your chance to hear firsthand how determination, fresh ideas, and a drive to make […]
The WAARC Showcase will highlight collaboration across science, industry, and students as we work towards a stronger future for agriculture. What to expect: Keynote address: Professor Ross Kingwell on the agricultural R&D landscape in WA. WAARC updates: Strategic Research Managers share updates on WAARC’s growing portfolio. Project spotlights: Hear the latest on key WAARC initiatives, such as Cropping Enabled […]
This is your front-row seat to bold ideas, early-stage startups, and the energy of founders ready to shake things up. Come along to support our Launch Club, Founder Bootcamp, Startmate Collective, Spark Fund, and Top Founder Circle founders as they pitch what they’ve been building, and maybe even get inspired to launch something of your own.
The challenge asked students to "Imagine it's the year 2035. Your regional community is healthier, happier and even more connected. Your challenge is to identify problems that might prevent this future, then create your solution!"
Over the course of six weeks, these local startup founders across Perth have been participating in the Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program, which is designed to elevate their startup ideas with guidance from successful mentors, investors and advisors. Now, these talented entrepreneurs are ready to present their refined pitches and innovative concepts. This is a great […]
Want to help accelerate social innovation in WA? Join on 6 November 2025 at His Majesty's Theatre for a high-energy, high-impact night – a shark-tank style pitch and crowdfunding event supporting three exceptional early-stage NFPs innovating to solve WA’s toughest social challenges. Hosted by a committee of passionate volunteers, this is where bold ideas get […]
Welcome to Mandurah Tech Fest 2025: The Peel Region’s leading innovation festival bringing together founders, investors, industry leaders and the community. What to expect 3 days, 13 events, 40+ initiatives Innovation Tradeshow, Product Launches & Tastings REBarCamp Mandurah, Speed Networking Long-Table Lunches Beyond Bank Home Builders Expo & Mighty Booch Food & Bev Show Practical […]
A half-day event that will highlight the latest advancements in climate science, data accessibility, and communication tools developed under the CSI program. It’s a valuable opportunity for researchers, policymakers, planners, and community stakeholders to engage with the science and tools shaping Western Australia's climate resilience. This Climate Science Initiative (CSI) Public Event is hosted by […]
Join on the exhibition floor where SEA Members will be showcasing the innovative products and services they have to offer. This year there will also be talks covering various areas across the industry throughout the afternoon. Join this evening of networking & conversations following a day showcasing our members products and services. Everyone is welcome […]
Calling all entrepreneurs, startup founders, small businesses, investors, and innovators! Don’t miss these exciting events on Tuesday 18 November. Tuesday 18 Nov - 5.30pm @ The Old Lyric 🌟 Innovation Ignite After Hours A fun, social event featuring exciting startup pitches with an audience vote, plus networking, food and welcome drink. Connect with the local South West innovation and business community […]
Join for the upcoming WAE x EIR Female Founders Pitch Night, sponsored by the City of Perth. This event showcases the incredible ingenuity and ambition of female-led ventures in Western Australia. You’ll hear from six female founders, who aren't just seeking funding; they are seeking the mentors, strategic partners and key introductions that that will […]
The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub, Life Sciences WA, and AusBiotech are teaming up again for the Spotlight on 2025, a must-attend end-of-year event celebrating Western Australia’s dynamic life sciences sector. If you are an innovator, researcher, startup/SME, public sector, or supporter of WA's life sciences, join in spotlighting the achievements and good news stories from the sector, acknowledge […]
Join for an afternoon showcasing Western Australian biomaterials and tissue engineering research! This 1 day mini-conference will showcase early career researchers from undergraduate researchers, to graduate MPhils and PhD, and up to postdoctoral researchers less than 5 years post-PhD. Suitable topics include but are not limited to mechanobiology, biofabrication, drug delivery, and clinical translation.
Join for a lively showcase where international students and recent graduates (many with previous experience) will present their skills, projects, and career interests directly to Western Australian employers and industry professionals. Whether you’re a startup, an established business, or a professional looking for fresh talent, this event is a valuable opportunity to: Meet job-ready talent across multiple disciplines […]
The AARP are delighted to bring back the Global Robotics and Automation Showcase for the second year, at the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct. Hosted as a satellite event as part of West Tech Fest 2025, this is an AARP-ORTUNITY not to be missed. More details to come.
West Tech Fest delegates are offered an exclusive opportunity to tour the newly established WASSEC facilities. WASSEC is dedicated to engaging participants in immersive learning experiences related to space science, STEM and cybersecurity. The centre features a simulated Mars surface, Mission Control, STEM labs and dedicated cybersecurity spaces
This is where Western Australia's health innovation community gathers: the innovators building new technologies, clinicians who understand the patient need, investors backing breakthrough ideas, and industry leaders building the companies that will scale them. A proud satellite event of Australia's largest and longest-running tech festival, West Tech Fest. Whether you're already part of the Perth Biodesign […]
Experience WA’s Tech Future: From Industry Leaders to Rising Stars Step into Western Australia’s largest tech showcase where you’ll discover 65+ exhibits from the state’s most exciting innovators and startups. But that’s not all – witness the next generation of entrepreneurs in action at the Young Entrepreneurs Showcase (YES), where talented young innovators present their groundbreaking […]
EnergyLab is proud to support some of the most ambitious and high-potential climate tech founders in the region, and on 10 December, they’ll be showcasing their brilliant solutions. This is a unique opportunity to see the breadth of technologies emerging from Oceania’s climate innovation ecosystem. Solving critical emissions challenges across energy, agriculture, industry and the […]
Be part of the movement positioning WA as a world leader in innovative energy storage. Join GreenTech Hub and Hub on SX for The Long Game Live, a high-energy, invite-only morning where the world’s brightest innovators pitch their boldest solutions to WA’s unique energy challenges to become the GreenTech Hub's Innovation Challenge Champions on Long Duration Energy Storage. Event Highlights: Groundbreaking tech tackling real […]
The West Australian Young Business Leaders Virtual Showcase is a celebration of the bright young minds from across Western Australia who have spent the past term bringing their business ideas to life. As part of the West Australian Young Business Leaders Program, this event offers students in Years 7–12 the opportunity to present their innovative ventures […]
Thinking about turning your quantum idea, research or technology into a startup? Join Quantum Australia for a 45-minute info webinar about NewQ – an 8-week online pre-accelerator where Australia’s next wave of quantum innovators take their first step. Ideal for: researchers, students, early-stage founders, and teams exploring quantum-enabled ideas Learn more and register here: NewQ […]
She Codes Plus is a unique program closing the gender gap in technology. The program caters to women from all stages in their tech journey, supporting them in their careers. Join on the 2nd of February, for an exclusive opportunity to see the Perth graduating class for 2025. View the portfolios of the participants and network […]
Celebrate the inaugural WA Social Impact Incubator cohort Join WASEC to celebrate 16 visionary social entrepreneurs building the future of social enterprise in Western Australia. Over six months, with support from mentors and sector experts, these founders have been developing startups that respond to critical social challenges. Now they are ready to share their progress […]
