WA Innovation Calendar

2024 WASMA Diggers & Dealers Sundowner
2024-08-06 18:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Perth) | WASM Graduates Hall, 44 MacDonald St, Kalgoorlie, WA, 6430
Come along and network with other leaders in the resources sector. On the night we will also recognise leaders in our community for their service to the Alumni.
This event is free for WA School of Mines Alumni members / WASM grads and currently enrolled WASM students with guests welcome to purchase a ticket. Your tickets includes food and beverages and a great night of networking!

Communicating About Societal Impact: ESG communication
2024-08-06 09:00 - 2024-08-07 17:00 | Cliftons Perth, Parmelia House, 191 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA
How to plan and implement communication programs that communicate about environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives.
Course description:
This two-day virtual course reinforces the importance of developing and implementing purposeful communication and teaches communication professionals a number of practical ways they can improve the way they communicate their organisation’s social impact and performance. Explore how to communicate with stakeholders more openly and build trusted internal and external relationships.
What to expect:

Align your communication efforts with ESG outcomes
Build measures and develop ROI for your ESG communication efforts
Increase your perceived value within the organisation
Understand what drives societal value for stakeholders in today’s communication environment

Who should attend:
Communication professionals working in corporate social responsibility, government relations, issues management, strategic communication, corporate communication, internal communication, external communication, corporate affairs or public relations. Those leading teams, ESG projects, or having to influence others about ESG within the organisation.
Career Level: Foundation, Generalist/Specialist, Strategic Advisor
Course outline:
Upon completion of this course you’ll be able to:

Build alignment between ESG and communication outcomes
Develop a clear understanding of what drives ESG value for stakeholders
Know the elements of a strategically focused ESG communication plan
Mobilise employee ambassadors
Explore best practices, principles, processes and implementation elements designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise to deliver business results

Day 1
The changing stakeholder environment

From sustainability and CSR to ESG
The state of trust and the context of relationships
Use audience insight to inform your ESG strategy

Find your ESG story

The Communication Value Circle
Communicating a purposeful culture
Integrate ESG into your communication
Communicating ESG metrics

Build a top employer brand

Align your mission, vision, purpose and values
Listen and respond to what motivates your employees
Mobilise employee ambassadors

Embrace digital dialogue

Communicate your ESG messages on social media
Activate social listening
The highly social CEO (and other leaders)

Day 2
Build your ESG communication strategy

Define your ROI
Align your ESG communication strategy with ESG business needs
Apply the right measures to your strategy
Implement, embed and monitor your strategy

Get your stakeholders on board

Explore stakeholder management and the lessons to learn
Influencing and coaching through your strategy

Put it all into practice

Explore a case study and build an ESG communication strategy
Develop a rollout plan

About the trainer
Adrian Cropley OAM, FRSA, IABC Fellow, GCSCE, SCMP
A certified strategic communication management professional and past global chair of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), Adrian Cropley is widely recognised as one of the world’s foremost experts in strategic communication. He is the founder of the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence and CEO at Cropley Communication. With a career spanning over 30 years, Adrian has worked with clients all over the world on major change communication initiatives, internal communication reviews and strategies, professional development programs, and executive leadership and coaching. In 2018 Adrian was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to the community and the advancement of the communication profession in Australia. He was named an IABC Fellow in 2020.

Bloom: Controversial Chats
2024-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Perth WA, Western Australia, Australia
Do you have spicy opinions? Discussing difficult topics respectfully helps us to break down our echo chambers, share understanding and promote deep thought. The goal is not to agree, but to effectively communicate with people who have different mindsets and opinions.
Join us
📅 Mon 5th Aug 2024
⌚ 5:30 pm – 7:30pm
🍷 Food and drinks provided
🎫 Free – Register now!

How does Controversial Chats work? Five chairs sit facing the rest of the room – four are filled with people who have something they want to say, the fifth sits empty. Time starts and everyone sitting on one of the chairs gets two minutes to share their thoughts on the chosen topic.
Anyone from the audience can come sit in the empty chair at any time. As soon as the fifth chair is filled someone sitting in one of the other four chairs must leave their seat and join the audience. The fifth chair must always remain empty as an invitation to voices we may not have heard from.
Rules of engagement:

Be respectful – criticise the idea, not the individual
Stick to the idea – discuss the issue not your perception of it
Everyone gets a go – respect their time
Use I statements – feelings not facts
Find common ground – look for points of agreement

Webinar: How to enter the Pause Awards
2024-08-05 09:00 - 09:45 | online
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 and outstanding achievements. It’s more than an award; it’s a validation of your innovation, a chance to stand among peers who are reshaping the future. Winning means not just an accolade but a testament to your impact, a boost for your team, and an opportunity to attract talent and clients. Ready to be celebrated for your breakthrough?
In this webinar you will learn about:
– Why you should enter the Pause Awards
– What’s involved in the Pause Awards application process
– Key deadlines to add to your diary
– Tips for crafting a compelling narrative
– What the judges are looking for

Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum
2024-08-05 08:00 - 2024-08-07 17:00 | Goldfields Arts Centre, Cheetham Street, Kalgoorlie
Diggers & Dealers is Australia’s leading mining forum, combining 66 corporate presentations by listed mining and exploration companies alongside a large exhibition area housing over 159 exhibitors from the sector.
Delegates include miners, explorers, brokers, bankers, investors, financiers and mining service industries from around the world. A 30 strong media contingent ensures that the proceedings of the Forum are widely reported. Attendance for the recently held 2023 event was 2650.
The event provides a unique opportunity for industry professionals to meet and network, visit regional mine sites, engage with media, raise finance, invest in projects and generally engage with the resources sector at an executive level in a mining community setting, Kalgoorlie, the unofficial gold mining capital of Australia.

DEADLINE: AusSRC Industry Engagement Lead – Job Opportunity
2024-08-04 08:00 - 09:00 | online
Join a dynamic team and be at the forefront of radio astronomy! AusSRC are looking for an Industry and Engagement Lead to spearhead external collaborations and partnerships.

As part of the team, the Industry and Engagement Lead will:

Drive strategic external engagement initiatives and partnerships
Translate cutting-edge science into impactful projects that resonate with key industry and government stakeholders
Work closely with top-tier researchers and the AusSRC Management Team
Contribute to the evolution of AusSRC capabilities from planning to operational phases

This role is an exciting opportunity for professionals ready to embrace new challenges, grow and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in radio astronomy.
This role offers flexibility in full-time equivalency and potential job-sharing arrangements to accommodate your needs.
If you have a background in computing, big data processing, or stakeholder engagement, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, go to the link below to learn more!
Applications are due by 4th August 2024. MORE DETAILS HERE

Sustainability Practitioners Networking Sundowner
2024-08-01 18:30 - 22:00 | The Globe, 495/497 Wellington Street, PERTH, WA, 6000, Australia
Would you like the opportunity to network with other individuals who are as passionate about sustainability as you are? Well here is your chance.
The Sustainability Practitioners Network are hosting a networking sundowner to bring like minded people together to talk about practicing sustainability. Meet potential clients, collaborators or professionals who can help you with your sustainability focused project.
Tickets are $10 for SPN Members and $20 for Non-Members and include nibbles.

CSIRO Webinar: Advancing Security for 6G Smart Networks and Services
2024-08-01 14:00 - 16:00 | online
This seminar is part of the 6G Security and Privacy Seminars under the 6G Security Research and Development Program. The Program aims to conduct foundational research into the security requirements of 6G technologies and shape the development of 6G telecommunications standards internationally.
Abstract
6G Smart Networks and Services are poised to shape civilization’s development in 2030, supporting the convergence of digital and physical worlds. The arrival of 6G networks brings unprecedented challenges and opportunities, requiring robust security measures to safeguard against emerging threats. Thus, several complementary issues must be addressed to advance the security of 6G smart networks and services. ROBUST-6G is a European research project which explores a multi-faceted approach to 6G security, addressing key areas of security of 6G smart networks and services such as distributed trusted AI/ML, zero-touch holistic end-to-end (E2E) security, energy efficient security and privacy enablers, real-time resilience for timing-sensitive 6G software technologies and quantum-safe 6G communications. We comprehensively investigate the security and privacy challenges associated with integrating these technologies into 6G networks and their possible direction to mitigate them.

Boost Your Business Resilience Workshop
2024-08-01 09:30 - 11:30 | Y.hub, 1/128 Yanchep Beach Road, Yanchep, Western Australia, 6035, Australia
Whether you’re navigating market challenges, managing a team, or planning for the future, our ‘Boost Your Business For Resilience’ workshop offers practical advice and actionable steps to ensure your business thrives in any environment.

Date: Thursday, 1 August 2024
Time: Workshop: 9:30-10:30am, Networking: 10:30-11:30am
Location: 128 Yanchep Beach Road, Yanchep WA 6035
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, building a resilient business is more crucial than ever. Challenges can arise from anywhere – economic shifts, technological changes, or unexpected crises. The ability to adapt and thrive amidst these challenges can make the difference between success and failure.

Business Continuity: Discover critical methods to ensure your business keeps running smoothly, even when the unexpected happens. Downtime can be disastrous – learn how to prevent it.
Triaging Issues: Master the art of prioritising and addressing problems effectively. Knowing which fires to put out first can save your business.
Preventative vs Reactionary Measures: Equip yourself with strategies to prevent issues before they arise, and know exactly how to respond when they do. Proactive planning is your best defense.
Perception & Market Trends: Stay ahead of the curve by understanding market dynamics and adapting your strategies accordingly. Anticipate changes and capitalise on them.
Legal Preparedness: Protect your business with the right documentation and a clear understanding of your rights. Legal pitfalls can be costly – ensure you’re covered.
Managing Negativity: Learn to identify and manage toxic environments and individuals that can derail your business growth. A positive environment is key to productivity.
Changing the Status Quo: Gain actionable techniques to implement meaningful changes that improve your business operations. Stagnation is the enemy of growth.

Bloom EOFY Pitch Night
2024-07-31 18:00 - 20:00 | The Bloom Centre for Youth Innovation, 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA, 6009
It’s time for Bloom Pitch Night #2!!! Come and see some more of the finest pitches the Bloom community has to offer. Our pitchers will battle it out to gain the most attendee votes to win a large cash prize based on the event ticket pool (last time the cash prize was $275). Plenty of food and drinks provided. If you’re an early stage founder or have an amazing idea and you’re interested in pitching, apply here – https://form.typeform.com/to/l…
🗓 Date and Time: 31st of July, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Location: Bloom, St Catherine’s College UWA
🕺 Dress: Casual
🥂 Catering: Food and drinks provided

CERIously Overbooked #2
2024-07-31 17:30 - 19:30 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
You have a growth mindset and just want to learn more. Well here’s an event for you.Welcome to Overbooked Perth, where busy professionals with a hunger for growth come to mingle and expand their minds!Feed your curiosity, sharpen your skills, and stash away those nuggets of wisdom for whenever you need them.Our events are tailor-made for young, busy professionals like you, eager to soak up knowledge while making valuable connections.
This meetup goal is to unite kindred spirits hungry to push boundaries, shake up norms, and leave a mark on the world. Expect lively discussions, shared insights, and a sprinkle of laughter as we learn together in a way that’s not just educational but downright enjoyable.
So, grab your curiosity and join Overbooked Perth for an evening of growth, connections, and good vibes.

This Month we will be exploring The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman (2013), and absolute bible when it comes to all things design and user experience.
This book is one of my personal favourites and I am delighted that Min will be breaking down the key elements for us all (David Smith).

Prior to the event, if you have any other references you would like to share on Design, UX, or anything that interests you, please share at the following link: https://form.jotform.com/24148…

Event Details
Speaker: Min Tan
Topic: Designing for the People, by the People
Book: The Design of Everyday Things, Don Norman (2013) – (Note: you are not expected to have read this in order to attend).
Date: 31 July
Time: 5:30 – 7:30pm (doors open at 5pm)
Frequency: Last Wednesday of every month
Location: CERI office, Level 1, 22 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands

Pitching 101 Lunch & Learn
2024-07-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Curtin Entrepreneurs Hub, 1 Koorliny Way, Bentley, WA, 6012
Are you ready to take your ideas to the next level? Whether you have a fully developed business concept or just a spark of inspiration, our upcoming Pitching Seminar is designed for you! This event will equip you with the essential skills and strategies to develop a compelling pitch and deliver it with confidence and impact.
1pm Wednesday 31 July – Lunch & Learn: Pitching 101
Entrepreneurs Hub, Building 418 at Curtin’s Bentley Campus.
REGISTER HERE

Women in Life Sciences Lunch
2024-07-31 11:30 - 14:30 | Matilda Bay Restaurant, 3 Hackett Drive, Crawley, WA, 6009
Life Sciences WA in partnership with the WILD for STEM program, is delighted to invite you to our Women in Life Sciences Lunch.
Our WA life sciences sector is growing because of women leaders. The lunch is a celebration and an opportunity for these current and aspiring leaders to network, connect and learn from their colleagues.
We invite women and men to join us as supporters of positive change in the life sciences sector.
Special Guests:
Stephen Dawson – Honourable Minister for Emergency Services; Innovation and the Digital Economy; Science; Medical Research; Minister Assisting the Minister for State and Industry Development, Jobs and Trade.
Nina Webster, CEO of Dimerix, is the inspiring keynote speaker, and will lead the conversation on her experiences and strategies for success.
A panel of leaders will discuss how to strategically grow a successful career in a sector in which barriers often still exist for women. Panel members include: Kelly Pearce, Director, Western Australian Agricultural Research Collaboration, Alma Fulurija, WILD for STEM WA Ambassador, Co-founder and Director, Biotome and Team Lead, Strep A Vaccines, Telethon Kids Institute, and Samantha South, Adjunct Research Fellow at UWA.

DEADLINE: Rio Tinto & Founders Factory Mining Tech Program
2024-07-31 11:00 - 12:00 | online
Investing in technologies to provide the materials the world needs
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining group that focuses on finding, mining, and processing the Earth’s mineral resources.
Founders Factory and Rio Tinto are partnering with early stage startups across the world to fund and accelerate technologies shaping the future of mining and expediting the path to a Net Zero future.
Operating from both our hub in Perth and remote, the program offers founders access to Rio Tinto’s industrial expertise and advanced mining facilities in Western Australia, in addition to a 4 month cohort-based support program led by expert operators

DEADLINE: WA Government & Founders Factory Nature Tech Program
2024-07-31 10:00 - 11:00 | online
Accelerating nature & biodiversity startups to support diversification and decarbonisation operating from Perth, the Founders Factory and WA Nature Tech Accelerator backs early stage startups with capital combined with a four-month program designed to support the development and validation of new environmental technologies.
Key areas of focus include reforestation and protection, land management, regenerative agriculture, water and coastal regions, sustainable infrastructure, and the circular economy.
Launched in partnership with the Western Australian Government, the program offers founders access to natural testing grounds, guidance from regional government, and four months of expert-led programming across product development, strategy and operations, commercialisation, data science, partnerships, and fundraising.

Australian Connectivity Showcase
2024-07-31 09:00 - 12:00 | online
Registration to Public Sector Network events is complimentary and exclusive to Public Sector employees only.
The Australian Government is on a digital transformation journey to create seamless experiences for everyone in Australia. A key enabler of this digital transformation journey is connectivity.
In partnership with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, Public Sector Network is excited to present the Australian Connectivity Showcase 2024 to explore the benefits of connectivity strategies in the pipeline and how they will bring world-class, affordable, and resilient connectivity to Australia.

DEADLINE: Nominations for new Joint NHMRC-MRFF Advisory Committees and NHMRC Principal Committees
2024-07-31 08:00 - 09:00 | online
The Australian Government is considering the structural arrangements that underpin Australia’s health and medical research system, including how the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and NHMRC’s Medical Research Endowment Account (MREA) funding can be better coordinated to support research and innovation to improve health outcomes.

A national consultation on the governance and administration arrangements for Government funding through the MRFF and MREA has concluded, and Government is considering its formal response. In the meantime, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Department of Health and Aged Care (the Department) are progressing work to improve alignment and coordination, including establishing a range of shared advisory committees.
As part of these arrangements, NHMRC Council and the MRFF’s Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) will work more closely together to provide holistic advice on the health and medical research landscape in Australia, including the role of NHMRC’s MREA and MRFF, while a range of other advisory committees will support either NHMRC, or the Department, or both.
Research Committee (which is established as an NHMRC Principal Committee under the NHMRC Act) is expected to be asked to support both NHMRC and the Department, including advising on alignment between the funding policies and processes for the MREA and the MRFF.
Nominations are now open for the following NHMRC Principal Committees:

Research Committee – advises on the quality and scope of health and medical research in Australia, including the application of the MREA, and on MRFF matters and policy.
Australian Health Ethics Committee – advises on ethical issues relating to health and develop human research guidelines.

The following committees are being jointly established by NHMRC and the Department to advise on research strategies and funding policies (for both MREA and MRFF) in each of the respective areas:

NHMRC-MRFF Consumer Advisory Group – which will advise on consumer and community involvement in health and medical research, including on strengthening consumer involvement in MREA and MRFF grant programs.
NHMRC-MRFF Industry, Philanthropy and Commercialisation Committee – which will advise on industry and philanthropic involvement in health and medical research and strategies to foster greater research commercialisation.
NHMRC-MRFF Public Health and Health Systems Committee – which will advise on strategies for strengthening preventive health, public health, primary care and health services, and for embedding research translation in the Australian health system.
NHMRC-MRFF Indigenous Advisory Group – which will advise on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research and capacity building for Indigenous health researchers.

We are seeking nominations from individuals interested in the role of research in improving health outcomes for the Australian community, including but not limited to; consumers and community members, industry representatives, philanthropy representatives, physicians and other clinicians, and researchers in all areas of health and medical research and at all career stages.
Nominees may be asked to serve more than one committee, noting that all committees will have a consumer representative/s and an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representative/s.
A diagrammatic overview of the advisory committee structure is available to download below.
To nominate please complete the online nomination form, noting that you will be required to upload a completed Curriculum Vitae and Declaration of Private Interests form using the templates provided in the Downloads section below. Nominations will close 5PM AEST on Wednesday 31 July 2024.

DEADLINE: ON-Prime Program
2024-07-31 08:00 - 09:00 | online
ON Prime is a free program designed to help research teams of two to five people take their projects to the next level through customer discovery activities and more. We work with researchers at any stage of their project across all disciplines.
During the nine weeks of ON Prime, you will develop a deeper understanding of the people who could benefit the most from your research and sharpen your skills to communicate with that audience.
Expert facilitators will support you to build evidence for the impact of your research, so you can make a difference in the world and attract the resources you need along the way. Remotely delivered sessions are spaced out approximately two weeks apart and you should allocate additional time between sessions to undertake stakeholder engagement activities.
ON Prime Showcase events
ON Prime 15 is wrapping up! Come along to a showcase event near you.
Join us for the opportunity to:

Gain insight into the ON Prime experience
Find out how your university can get involved
Network with other impact-driven and curious researchers
Discover collaboration opportunities
Learn more about the latest research in your industry, and
Celebrate the continued enhancement of innovation in Australia

Hear about these teams’ potential markets, industry collaborations and path to impact as they share the valuable insights they have gathered over the nine weeks of the program.

DEADLINE: MRFF 2024 BioMedTech Incubator
2024-07-31 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
The 2024 BioMedTech Grant Opportunity is part of the Medical Research Future Fund and the Medical Research Commercialisation Initiative.
This opportunity looks to fund suitable organisations to identify, select and support Australian SMEs undertaking early-stage medical research and medical innovation projects that have commercial potential.
The intended outcome of the research funded by this grant opportunity is to improve the health and wellbeing of Australians by increasing the number of SMEs developing novel biomarkers, diagnostics, therapeutics, assistive devices and/or digital technologies that have progressed through the early stages of research and development to the point where they are ‘de-risked’ and attractive to private investment for commercialisation.
Applicants may propose to support development of innovations in their area/s of strength (i.e. applicants are not required to propose a program that covers the breadth of the biomedtech sector)

Morning Startup Presentation
2024-07-31 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Morning Startup – Perth
If you’re involved in a startup, or thinking about starting one, chances are you can learn from others that are doing and thinking the same.
Morning Startup is a fortnightly morning catchup where founders, potential entrepreneurs and others in the startup community (VCs and Angels welcome) get together to learn something interesting, get feedback on idea, vent frustrations, and meet some new friends in the game.
If you’re not a morning person, we also host a casual afterwork catchup on the first Wednesday of each month called Founder Sundowner.
We look forward to seeing you there!
You can contact the organisers either by sending a message through this meetup group, or via:

contact@morningstartup.com
slack.morningstartup.com
twitter.com/morningstartup
facebook.com/morningstartup
linkedin.com/company/morning-startup

DEADLINE: Defence Industry Development Grants: Skilling and Export Stream
2024-07-31 07:00 - 08:00 | Apply online
The Defence Industry Development Grants Program will fund small to medium enterprises to build Australia’s sovereign capability, global competitiveness, technical superiority and national security.
There are four streams within the program, including:

Sovereign Industrial Priorities (Deadline 31 August)
Exports (Deadline 31 July)
Security (Deadline 31 August)
Skilling. (Deadline 31 July)

The Sovereign Industrial Priorities stream will assist eligible small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to purchase manufacturing plant and equipment which is used directly to develop and/or deliver programs that are in line with the Sovereign Defence Industrial Priorities (SDIPs) described in the Defence Industry Development Strategy.
The Skilling stream helps Australian defence industry to upskill and train in priority trade, technical and professional skillsets to develop a workforce with the right mix of qualified and experienced personnel to meet Defence requirements. The program will enhance the capacity and capability of Australian defence industry workforce to deliver SDIPs described in the Defence Industry Development Strategy.
The Exports stream provides support for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to overcome export barriers and help defence industry build scale and competitiveness in defence capability priority areas as identified by the SDIPs described in the Defence Industry Development Strategy.
The Security stream helps Australian defence industry improve and maintain security in priority areas as identified by the SDIPs and in line with the Defence Industry Security Program.

WA Pulse
2024-07-30 16:30 - 20:00 | The Claremont Hotel, 1 Bay View Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, 6010, Australia
StartupWA invites you to attend the second WA Pulse event. The primary goal of this event is to enhance transparency and increase efficiency in the startup and innovation ecosystem in Western Australia.
What is WA Pulse?
The WA Pulse event highlights the various initiatives delivered by different contributors in our ever-growing startup and innovation ecosystem.
WA Pulse events will occur biannually, bringing together various stakeholders, including government officials, service providers, educators, advisors, investors and more. We anticipate a more informed, engaged, cooperative startup ecosystem by facilitating these gatherings.
What to Expect?
At WA Pulse, we offer a platform for 20 selected speakers to share updates on the latest developments within the ecosystem. The speakers will do this through a concise 3-minute presentation. Expect to hear about new initiatives and programs, as well as updates on ongoing ones.
Choose from two ticket options:
1. In-Person Ticket – $30,
2. Online Live Stream Ticket – $15.
Please note that if you choose to buy the online ticket, we’ll email you the link to the live stream on the event day.
Beyond just listening, we encourage attendees to participate actively. During networking sessions, you can give feedback and suggest innovative approaches to the individuals responsible for creating these programs.
If you attend in person, you can enjoy nibbles during the networking sessions.
We look forward to your active participation in shaping the future of the startup and innovation ecosystem in Western Australia.

Measuring progress towards a Just Transition with Prof. Tavis Potts
2024-07-30 16:30 - 17:30 | online
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 increasing calls for clarity about what exactly ‘Just Transition’ means and how we can work towards it. Tavis’s recent work in North-East Scotland has identified and developed indicators to measure Just Transition in local communities. Tavis will discuss his findings and how they relate to an effective and equitable transition to a Net Zero future.
Read Tavis’s paper on Just Transition in North East Scotland HERE.

DPIRD | Navigating Business Growth with Digital Solutions
2024-07-30 14:30 - 15:45 | online
Join us for an insightful Awareness Webinar where we delve into the transformative potential of digital solutions for your business. Hosted by DPIRD, this webinar will equip you with practical strategies to enhance efficiency, overcome skills shortages, and meet customer standards in logistics and sustainability. Going digital means support to focus on what really matters.
Date: Tuesday 30 July 2024
Time: 2.30 PM AWST
Duration: 75 Minutes
Agenda:

Introduction to Shoestring Digital Solutions for SMEs
Activities on solution areas and starter solutions to pick from
Case Studies
Power Monitoring: Understanding How Equipment Usage Affects Business Costs
Q&A Session: Get Your Questions Answered by Our Experts

Navigating ESG: Tools and Tactics for Corporate Sustainability
2024-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
This workshop is ideal for business leaders, sustainability managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in integrating ESG principles into their corporate strategy.

What to expect:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of ESG
Understand ESG principles, their significance in today’s business landscape, and global trends shaping corporate responsibility.
Understand the importance of ESG integration
Explore why integrating ESG considerations is crucial for both startups and established corporations looking to enhance sustainability and stakeholder value.
Introduction of ESG assessment tools and methodologies
Discover practical tools that are designed to assess and improve ESG performance within your organisation.
Real-world case studies of successful ESG implementation
Learn from real-world examples of organisations that have successfully implemented ESG strategies.
Gain hands-on experience with the assessment tools
Engage in interactive sessions to practice using a self-assessment tool, the Business Sustainability Quotient (BSQ). This will provide you with feedback and actionable insights to improve ESG performance.
Q&A to conclude

As part of this workshop, ESG Matters are pleased to offer a complimentary preliminary assessment of up to three of suppliers for each of attending Spacecubed member companies. This offer provides valuable insights into their environmental impact and helps the Spacecubed members start their journey toward sustainability.
This workshop is FREE, however registrations are required. Limited places are available, so secure your spot now to gain valuable insights into enhancing your business’s sustainability practices

Get to know your workshop hosts
ESG Matters is dedicated to advancing sustainable business practices through education, tools, and consultancy services. As part of the Perth Landing Pad program, they support businesses in adopting ESG strategies for long-term growth and resilience. Find out more about ESG Matters here!

DEADLINE: Biomedical AI Sprints Accelerator
2024-07-30 08:00 - 09:00 | online
The ARM Hub and MTPConnect are offering the opportunity to harness the power of data and artificial intelligence (AI) to grow your business.
The Biomedical AI Sprints Accelerator (BASA) is designed for high-growth Australian biomedical companies looking to expand.
Participants receive up to $50,000 in matched funding, upskilling in the use of AI and data analytics, access to affordable data management infrastructure, and help in developing a tech-ready workforce.
Accelerator participants are able to access between $25,000 and $50,000 in matched funding.
You will receive:

bespoke roadmaps guiding your adoption of data and ai management platforms
training in using next-generation technology, which will help you recruit, train and retain your workforce
access to leading data and ai management tailored to your business
access to world-leading experts in data and ai management.

Program details
The accelerator duration is nine months.
The key components include:

Access to AI technology and services

provision of AI-as-a-service tailors to the needs of biomedical companies
access to the ARM Hub’s Azure AI Lakehouse and chatbot platforms.

Co-design workshop

initial workshops to create individualised data and AI technology roadmaps
implementation plans for relevant data platforms

Talent retention and development

programs to help you retain key staff through training in AI and data management
opportunities for staff to engage in leading-edge projects to enhance their job satisfaction and professional growth

Support

ongoing advisory services to ensure your success in the deployment and integration of AI solutions

DETAILS – Applications close at 5pm on 30 July.

GIWA Barley Forum 2024
2024-07-29 13:00 - 17:00 | The Hub, Bentley Technology Park, 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley, WA, Australia
The 2024 GIWA Barley Forum takes place on Monday, 29 July from 12.45pm – 5pm followed by a networking sundowner. It will be offered both in-person and virtually and GIWA welcomes member and non-member participation from the barley industry.
This annual event provides insight into the WA barley industry, from breeding and malting barley segregation recommendations, through to international markets and post farmgate opportunities. Hear from key stakeholders on a range of topics and issues impacting the barley industry. The program is now available to download here.
Registration for both online and in person is essential by 5pm Thursday 25 July 2024.
All enquiries to the GIWA office admin@giwa.org.au or call +61 8 6262 2128.

Get Together and Ignite Connections in the Mining Industry
2024-07-26 17:30 - 20:30 | Public House, 263 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000
Come join us at Get Together and Ignite Connections in the Mining Industry to network, share ideas, and spark new collaborations!

Come join us at Public House Kitchen and Bar for a night of networking and collaboration in the mining sector. This is your chance to meet fellow professionals, share ideas, and build valuable connections that could take your career to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting out in the industry, this event is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and learn from others. Don’t miss out on this exciting evening of mingling and making new connections!https://events.humanitix.com/get-together-and-ignite-connections-in-the-mining-industry

Blue Economy Symposium
2024-07-26 14:00 - 15:00 | online
The long-term strategy of the Blue Economy is aimed at unlocking the potential of ocean resources through the sustainable development of offshore seafood and renewable energy production systems.
This Blue Economy symposium was initiated at the OMAE 42nd International Conference on Ocean, Offshore & Arctic Engineering which was held in Melbourne in 2023.
Owing to its success, the symposium has become a permanent feature symposium in OMAE and it covers emerging technologies in the context of the blue economy with a focus on aquaculture and renewable energy applications.
In this webinar, 3 presentations were selected to cover some of the aforementioned topics in the context of blue economy.
Presentation 1:
Industrialization of Ocean Fish Farming Contributing to Boost Supply of Marine Proteins – Solutions and Challenges + Q&A.
Speaker: Mr. Per Arild Aland (DNV)
Presentation 2:
Designing for the Animal: Reimagining Offshore Fish Structures + Q&A.
Speakers: Dr Louise Kregting & Suzanne Black (Pant&Food Research NZ)
Presentation 3:
Digital Twin-Driven Optimal Design of Connector Stiffness for Floating Multi-Modular Structures – an Application for Floating Solar Energy Harvest + Q&A.
Speaker: Prof Dong Trong Nguyen (NTNU)

Regional Business Engagement Forum – Albany
2024-07-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Retravision Stadium, 156 Lockyer Avenue, Centennial Park, WA, 6330
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 Forum is designed for WA small and medium-sized enterprises across all sectors, operating in the Great Southern region.
You will hear about a variety of Government funding available to SMEs, including grants and incentives available to support businesses improve their capability and bring on apprentices and trainees. There will also be an overview of upcoming work opportunities in Albany and the Great Southern.
There will also be the opportunity to meet procurement officers from a range of Government agencies, as well as the region’s Local Content Advisor and industry groups, who can help link your business to relevant support, work and programs.
Presenters include:

JTSI presenting on government policy and initiatives to assist businesses and funding available through grant rounds;
The Department of Training and Workforce Development covering an overview of the WA labour market and exploring financial incentives for employing apprentices and trainees; and
A multiagency overview of Government contract opportunities and work packages expected in the region over the next 12-24 months.
