Value-adding by transforming agricultural produce into consumer packaged food is a key industry for Australia - one with tremendous growth potential. At present, food and beverage value-adding is a major contributor to the Australian economy, providing more than 247 000 jobs and generating more than $29.1 billion in export value. As global demand continues to… Continue reading Investment Opportunities in Agrifood Value Add

It’s time for WiTWA’s annual Meet & Greet event to launch our 2023 WiTWA Tech Awards program and connect our community. It will be an evening of great company, delectable food and the opportunity to network over drinks. This event is perfect for anyone who is: ⭐ An aspiring nominee for this year's Tech Awards… Continue reading WiTWA Tech [+] Awards Launch – Meet & Greet

Are you an innovative business with a sustainability focus? Applications are now open for CONNECT Sustainable Industries, a free business incubator that will support businesses through commercialisation, skills development, networking, new connections and funding opportunities. Successful applicants will receive FREE access to the following:   Two day business boot camp, masterclasses and sustainability site visits Online and in-person… Continue reading DEADLINE: CONNECT Sustainable Industries Business Incubator Applications

How to unlock zero waste liquid hydrogen storage through the cool properties of cryogenic Hydrogen – International Insights Special   This is a special addition to the Hydrogen Links series, offering unique international insights from HSA member correspondent in America, Liam Turner. Liquid hydrogen, the freezing fuel at -253 Celsius gave the space age its wings,… Continue reading HSA Webinar Series #2: How to unlock zero waste liquid hydrogen storage through the cool properties of cryogenic Hydrogen

Join us both in person or virtually for the next instalment of the WA Agtech Meetups where we will be collaborating with For Blue to bring you an exciting discussion on new and novel ways of adding value across aquaculture and fisheries. We will hear from tech providers delivering impactful solutions for the industry, as well as innovative producers… Continue reading Aquaculture & Fisheries: New and novel ways of adding value 

Are you an innovator, developer, data guru, designer or start-up? Are you keen to help West Australians stay safe by applying Generative AI technologies? The WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) is proud to partner with the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) to invite you to attend The Emergency WA Hackathon. Starting on Friday 23 June, WADSIH and DFES will… Continue reading Emergency WA Hackathon Launch

MIT REAP (Regional Entrepeneurship Acceleration Program) Events in Perth. Details TBA.

5 days of exclusive online and in-real-life events including a launch, roundtables, live panels, fireside chats, a Fringe Festival, NFT art galleries, afterparties, workshops, debates, labs and more—in Australia’s biggest national Blockchain Week of the year. Blockchain Week features a dynamic mix of pioneering technology, academics, executives & government leaders who are shaping the blockchain and digital assets… Continue reading Blockchain Week 2023

MIT REAP (Regional Entrepeneurship Acceleration Program) MIT REAP, the Regional Entrepreneurship Acceleration Program from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), is coming to Western Australia from June 26th - 30th to participate in the third workshop, which is usually based in Boston, Massachusetts. This will be a great opportunity for the whole innovation and entrepreneurship… Continue reading MIT REAP Perth Program

Join Greg Riebe, Australia's Angel Investor of the Year in 2020, as he guides entrepreneurs & founders on how to pitch your business A well formed, succinct pitch can be the difference between success and failure when presenting to investors and partners. Greg will use his experience of listening to pitches, and looking for interesting… Continue reading Webinar – How to Pitch in 10 mins or less

Join Future Food Systems (FFS) and program partners as we bring you the first edition of our Masterclass series at the state-of-the-art Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia (FIPWA), located in Stake Hill. Designed to educate, inform and ignite collaborative and innovative thinking amongst agrifood industry stakeholders, the Masterclass series will focus on a number of… Continue reading FFS / FIPWA Masterclass

How can we harness AI for good? Join us for a conversation on creating AI that is inclusive, personalised, and fit-for-purpose. Artificial intelligence (AI) already powers many systems and tools in our daily lives. But existing biases and lack of inclusion are being embedded into these tools. What needs to happen as we design and… Continue reading Online Panel: Harnessing AI For Good

Blockchain Week 2023 is coming to Perth! Unearth the transformative power of Blockchain Technology at Digitally Remastered: The Age OF Blockchain, held in Perth, Western Australia. As an official Blockchain Week 2023 event, the gathering of innovators and trailblazers will delve into the profound implications of Blockchain, NFTs, Metaverse, Crypto, DAOs, GameFi, and DeFi on the… Continue reading Digitally Remastered: The Age of Blockchain

Abstract: "Notice and choice," the dominant model for governing digital data collection and use, assumes that if proper transparency is provided people will only use platforms that have data practices they agree with. But, in reality, widespread data collection and use of machine learning enables inferences to be generated that are hard for people to… Continue reading Human Centric AI Seminar: An Argument for Limiting Collection of Data

International Perspectives: exploring global blockchain landscapes, opportunities and challenges A day of international perspectives, featuring keynote addresses and panel discussions exploring the regulatory landscapes of Asia, Europe, America, and Australia. Topics include: • A keynote with Caitlin Long on the inspiring voyage through the new frontier of finance across the United States, fueled by blockchain… Continue reading Virtual Event: International Perspectives – Blockchain Week

Embrace the Web3 Revolution and learn from leading experts how to unleash the power of decentralised economy. Explore the latest topics in web3 while critically reviewing the real possibilities and challenges of an inclusive economy powered by blockchain technologies. Be first to claim one of the limited place in an online series of three panels… Continue reading Exploring the Web3 Economy

Are you planning to apply for an Advance or Overseas Finding? An Advance Finding gives you assurance that your registered R&D activities will be eligible to claim under the R&D Tax Incentive. If you plan to conduct overseas R&D activities, then you must apply and receive an Overseas Finding first before you can claim. Your… Continue reading DEADLINE: R&D Advance Finding Applications

Regional Economic Development Grants provide funding to businesses for projects that create economic growth in regional WA. Further information, including guidelines, eligibility, application and contact details are located on each of the following regional Development Commission (RDC) websites: Gascoyne Development Commission Goldfields-Esperance Development Commission Great Southern Development Commission Kimberley Development Commission Mid-West Development Commission Peel… Continue reading DEADLINE: Regional Economic Development Grants WA

The prestigious MIT Regional Entrepreneurship Acceleration Program (MIT REAP) is coming to Western Australia from June 25th - July 1st. (Read the announcement here).  During this visit, on Friday 30th June, Woodside Energy and Rio Tinto are co-hosting a 2023 ILP (Industrial Liaison Program) Perth Symposium, as a “meeting of the ecosystems.” Regional startups can apply… Continue reading 2023 MIT Perth Symposium

iMOVE Australia is pleased to announce its Impact Extension Program (IEP), in which we’re extending the opportunities to work with us to innovate in the transport and mobility space. What is the IEP? Through this program we seek to accelerate the evolution of ideas, products and services arising from our existing research programs that will… Continue reading DEADLINE: iMOVE Impact Extension Program

Are you ready to revolutionize your business and seize the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI)? We have an extraordinary opportunity waiting for you! Join us for an exclusive webinar designed specifically for Australian businesses that will change the way you approach digital transformation. 🔓 Unlocking the Secrets of AI: Embrace the Future of Digital Transformation!… Continue reading Digital Solutions Webinar: How to unlock the secrets of AI

About the webinar Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon Mark Butler MP, and Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon Ged Kearney MP, are leading a national consultation focused on optimising the government’s funding arrangements for health and medical research. You are invited to a webinar on 3 July 2023 to… Continue reading Improving alignment and coordination between the Medical Research Future Fund and Medical Research Endowment Account

Register today for a FREE Female Founder Festival. Where we empower women to break barriers and shatter glass ceilings - Join us at The Hub - Bentley Technology Park and unlock the resources, connections and inspiration you need to thrive in the World of Entrepreneurship. Book your ticket today, gain invaluable industry advice, proven tips… Continue reading Female Founder Festival