WA Innovation Calendar

The Opportunity for Naturally Occurring Hydrogen
2025-08-20 17:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Perth) | The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth, WA 6000 Australia, Perth, Australia, 6000, Indonesia
An emerging area of interest in the hydrogen ecosystem is the opportunity for naturally occurring hydrogen. This Seminar will explore the theory and practice of exploring, appraising and producing naturally occurring hydrogen from leading practitioners in WA
Presenters

Dr Agu Kantsler – Managing Director of Transform Petroleum Pty Ltd – Director of Central Petroleum
Vitaly Vidavskiy – Founder and CEO of Avalio Pty Ltd

Office of Digital Government - Graduate Program Speed Networking
2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Curtin, 137 St Georges Tce, 137 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000
The Digital Public Sector Graduate Program offers graduates a unique chance to rotate through three different roles within the public sector, allowing them to gain valuable experience and insight before committing to a specific career path.
Why Attend?

Gain firsthand insights into the Digital Public Sector Graduate Program.
Discover the diverse opportunities available within the public sector.
Learn about the application process and key dates (note applications close 26th August).
Network with professionals and peers.

Event Highlights
Speed-Networking: Engage with digital representatives from across various government departments who will share their experiences and insights.
Program Overview: Gain a comprehensive overview of the program and the benefits of working in the government sector.
Networking and Drinks: Enjoy an evening of networking with peers and professionals in the field.

Blockchain Breakfast Perth
2025-08-21 08:00 - 09:00 | The Little Way Cafe, 161 Broadway, Nedlands, WA, 6009
Join for coffee, market insights, and open conversation with fellow investors, founders, and professionals in the digital asset space.
What to expect & some topics that might be covered:

Networking & Coffee – Meet like-minded people in the crypto and blockchain space
Market Recap (Last 4 Weeks) – ETF inflows, stablecoin activity, and macro liquidity shifts
Bitcoin Outlook – Current trading range, support/resistance levels, and what’s driving sentiment
Singapore Roadshow Recap – Key takeaways from August 11–15 meetings with family offices and investors
Global Headlines – U.S. and Asia regulatory updates shaping the next phase of digital assets
Q&A + Discussion – Bring your questions and share your views

Government Innovation Showcase Western Australia
2025-08-21 08:00 - 17:40 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000
Public Sector Network is proud to announce Government Innovation Showcase Western Australia 2025, as part of the Government Innovation Week. From 20 – 22 August 2025, we’ll bring together government executives for a week of conferences, networking events, and masterclasses aimed at creating better, fairer, and more accessible public services. We’ll share successes, lessons learned and explore new opportunities to drive innovation forward.
The next chapter of the Western Australian Digital Strategy is set to launch in late 2025, promising a bold vision for the state’s digital transformation. With a focus on priorities like digital identity, inclusion, accessibility, and connectivity for regional and rural communities, it’s set to lay the foundation for a stronger, more connected future.
At the Government Innovation Showcase, you’ll get an inside look at the projects driving change across WA. From enhancing service delivery to leveraging emerging technologies like AI, data analytics, and smart systems, this is your chance to see what’s shaping the digital landscape—and how you can be part of it.

QANTM Valuations - FAST30 Webinar Series
2025-08-21 10:00 - 10:30 | online
Amplifying Deal Value Through Intangible Assets
A large portion of the value of most businesses is generated by technology, data, brands and other intangible assets. The bulk of these assets do not appear on balance sheets; and they are often poorly substantiated in information memorandums. Time and again we see businesses leaving intangible value on the table in fund-raising and exits.
You will learn, in this 30-minute presentation:

how intangibles can be evaluated to identify upside potential,
how the quality of intangible assets can be articulated and valued, and
how defensible intangible evaluations achieve a value-premium.

This session will be particularly relevant to deal makers, legal and IP professionals, investors, boards, and rights-owners. For those interested, there will be time for Q&A after the presentation.
Registration for this webinar is FREE.
Date: Thursday, 21 August 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Speakers:
Tim Heberden: Managing Principal – Valuations, QANTM Valuations
For over 25 years, Tim has specialised in valuing intangible assets and IP-rich enterprises. His valuations have informed M&A, early-stage fund raising, IPOs, hostile bid defence; and – outside of deals – litigation, financial reporting and tax. Tim is the author of the global guidance note on the Valuation of Intellectual Property Rights and he has been in the IAM 300 – The World’s Leading IP Strategists for over 10 years. His qualifications and experience enable him to integrate financial, marketing and technical information into defensible and insightful valuations. Prior to joining QANTM Valuations, Tim was a Partner at Deloitte.
Gerard Delaney: Managing Director, QANTM IP
Gerard is the recipient of an EU scholarship to study in Japan having commenced his career at Mitsui & Co in Tokyo and Ericsson in Stockholm. His global experience spans Europe, Asia and North America in executive roles at a range of tech-centric and IP businesses. Gerard has led significant value creation in several businesses resulting in fund-raising and significant exits. In both M&A and private equity deals, he has worked closely with deal teams to assess the strategic relevance of intangible assets in pricing, diligence and post-acquisition integration. In addition to his current role, Gerard is also the Chair of Hive Steaming in Sweden and most recently was the CEO of a UK technology company.

Info Session: WA Food Industry Education Collaboration (WAFEC) Program
2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00 | online
If you operate a WA-based food & beverage sector business with a need for STEM talent, the WA Food Industry Education Collaboration (WAFEC) program might be just the solution you need! The WAFEC team can connect your business with Western Australia’s top STEM students to undertake business-led projects.
Register here to join the online information session on August 21st at 10am AWST and hear how the program works and the experience of a business who has joined the WAFEC journey. There’s no better time to start thinking about how a STEM intern could tackle those business challenges you’ve been planning to address.

The program is delivered by CSIRO on behalf of the WA Government’s Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. Learn more here: WA Food Industry Collaboration Program

World Entrepreneurs' Day at Curtin
2025-08-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Curtin University
Curtin Entrepreneurs invites you to celebrate those bold enough to start something new or innovate in their field on World Entrepreneurs’ Day. Join us for engaging and interactive sessions exploring how AI tools are being used to shape the future of entrepreneurship and innovation. Discover student and founder stalls showcasing exciting projects and opportunities. Enjoy free cupcakes and connect with like-minded entrepreneurial spirits.
Register your interest and be part of the conversation!

CORE Connect: 'Ground Breaking' - Perth (August)
2025-08-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Join CORE for an evening of raw, real, and inspiring stories from the frontlines of the energy and resources sectors. “Ground Breaking” brings together founders who’ve faced their toughest challenges, learned the hard lessons, and emerged stronger.
Selected founders will take the stage for 5-minute talks, sharing their biggest hurdles, the lessons they learned, and how they turned setbacks into stepping stones. It’s a chance to hear the stories behind the headlines and connect with the people driving innovation in energy, mining, and beyond.
The evening will conclude with a panel discussion hosted by WA Innovation Lead, Kate Spencer, where the founders will dive deeper into their stories, share insights, and answer audience questions.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, or industry professional, this event is your opportunity to learn, network, and be inspired by the resilience and creativity of the startup community.

IN:WA Panel Event - Transforming Business with AI Agents
2025-08-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Lawson Flats, 4 Sherwood Court, Perth, WA, 6000
IN:WA is bringing together industry experts to discuss the topic: Transforming Business with AI Agents!
Join us for an insightful and forward-thinking panel event where we explore how AI agents are reshaping the future of business, not by replacing human potential, but by unlocking it.
As artificial intelligence rapidly evolves, businesses of all sizes are leveraging AI-powered agents to automate workflows, streamline operations, and make smarter decisions, faster. But the real transformation happens when these tools are used strategically, freeing up time, reducing costs, and enabling teams to focus on innovation, creativity, and growth.
Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or tech professional, this event will help you understand how to integrate AI not as a trend, but as a catalyst for future-ready success.

DEADLINE: Female Founder Growth Accelerator
2025-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Apply online
A 3-month program for established female founders to accelerate your path to sustainable scale.
The Growth Accelerator is an intensive 3-month program designed to build the systems for rapid, sustainable growth. Participants are provided with the structured framework, tested strategies and high-calibre advisory needed to accelerate their journey to their next major revenue milestone.
Thanks to the support of the major sponsor, the City of Perth, 8 fully funded places are on offer.

DEADLINE: WA Business Awards
2025-08-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
The WA Business Awards recognise the very best: from the non-profits striving to make a difference, to the large organisations making waves in their sector, right down to the small businesses creating impact in their local communities. These awards recognise the WA businesses that rise above.
It takes perseverance, ingenuity and courage to build a sustainable business in today’s evolving landscape. This is your chance to share that story and be recognised for it.
Why Enter?
The story of your business is intrinsically tied to its success; it is what makes it unique and the WA Business Awards showcase this. The visibility and credibility that the awards process provides is an invaluable tool to reward your employees, elevate your brand and promote your enterprise to potential stakeholders. It is an industry benchmark that sets you apart and lifts your business above the rest.
Rewarding achievement

Category winners receive $10,000 in value towards an extensive Business News campaign, including invaluable editorial coverage and publicity. The overall winner is further elevated, receiving a total $20,000 in value.

DEADLINE: Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards
2025-08-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Recognising excellence across the waste and resource recovery sector
The waste and resource recovery sector is continuing to build capacity, innovate, and influence governments and communities. The leaders of the waste industry know that this sector does more than just provide an essential service to millions of people – it has the potential to be a driver of economic growth within Australia.
The Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards are held in partnership with and during Waste Expo Australia. The Awards facilitate a higher level of network integration and development opportunities for those who are active in Australia’s waste and resource recovery industry, as well as acknowledging and celebrating outstanding achievements within this sector.
Nominate by 25th August 2025

DEADLINE: City of Perth Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program
2025-08-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Plus Eight Sprint is a 6-week pre-accelerator program designed to connect founders with a community of successful mentors, investors and advisors to help you take your startup idea to the next level. Running across Australia, Plus Eight Sprint provides both the content and environment needed to grow your skills as a founder.
Applications are now open for the City of Perth Pre-Accelerator program, set to begin this September!
Learn more and apply here: City of Perth Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program

Great Founders Exit Smart: Lessons They Wish They'd Known Sooner
2025-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | online
The best exits start years before the deal – and are shaped by the decisions you make today. This candid webinar brings together voices from both sides of the table to unpack the early decisions that shape exit outcomes.
This event is geared towards those who want to learn more about what an exit entails, for both those planning or thinking about their exit in the next 5-7 years, or those curious about what makes a strong exit.

Long Duration Energy Storage challenge: 'Ask Me Anything' virtual event
2025-08-26 11:00 - 12:00 | online
The WA GreenTech Hub is launching its first open Innovation Challenge – The Long Game – focused on long duration energy storage (LDES) tailored to Western Australia’s unique energy needs.
The Challenge is a unique opportunity for innovators to pilot solutions in real-world conditions, gain exposure to leading energy funders and access tailored support to help scale technologies for deployment in WA. Innovators of LDES solutions at all stages of development are welcome to take part.
‘Ask Me Anything’ Virtual event
Join us for our upcoming online information event to discuss the challenge, next Tuesday 26 August 2025, 11am (AWST).
Please register here: GreenTech Hub ‘Ask Me Anything’ virtual event
About The Long Game
The Long Game is an invitation to put forward innovative, commercially feasible LDES spanning from 10+ hours through to seasonal storage.
GreenTech Hub will be looking to identify high potential submissions with industry partners and subject matter experts and leading submissions will proceed through a curated program designed with innovators and Greentech’s corporate, research and public sector partners.
For more information on the challenge visit our website greentech.wa.com/challenges

An Evening with Prof Sharath Sriram, WA’s Chief Scientist
2025-08-26 17:00 - 20:00 | The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth, WA 6000 Australia, Perth, Australia, 6000, Indonesia
Join WA’s recently appointed Chief Scientist Professor Sharath Sriram as he discusses his vision for science and technology in the state, his ambitions for the three years ahead, and insights from his first few months in the role.
This spotlight Series is a monthly event hosted by the WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub, bringing together representatives from across Western Australia’s biomedical innovation sector. Each event offers an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and hear the stories and successes of local biomedical organisations and leaders. The events feature a fireside chat, hosted by our Stakeholder Engagement Director Dr Tracey Wilkinson, followed by networking over light refreshments.

International Trade Networking Event (WA)
2025-08-26 18:00 - 21:00 | The Aviary Perth, Level 1/140 William St, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join us in Perth for ATLC’s upcoming Industry Networking Event!
Meet importers, exporters, trade, and network enthusiasts from around the country!
This is your chance to gain new contacts, share insights, and expand your business network.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to discover how to grow your business and make valuable connections.

Morning Startup Presentation
2025-08-27 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: Southwest Angels Pitching Opportunity
2025-08-27 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Startup applications are open to innovative, scaleable, WA based startups who are looking for the chance to pitch and receive advice, feedback and potential funding. Selected applicants will be asked to pitch to the deal screen team then the top 3 will be invited to pitch at PitchFest as part of Emergence Creative Collision 2025 in Margaret River.
Who are the South West Angels?
The South West Angels is a not-for-profit organisation actively engaged with connecting regional investors to innovative WA startups. We aim to bring together those interested in, and part of, the startup, innovation, and investment ecosystem through connections across WA, Australia, and overseas.
Apply here by 27 August

Life Sciences WA Connect
2025-08-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre, 64 Fairway, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Join for an exciting in-person networking event where life sciences industry leaders, companies, innovators, investors, and researchers come together to network and share insights in the field of life sciences. Enjoy some light refreshments whilst connecting with like-minded individuals and staying up to date with the latest trends and innovations.

Future Skills, Local Impact: STEM for Parents, Teachers, and Community
2025-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Hedland Senior High School, Hamilton Road, South Hedland, WA, 6722
Join us for an inspiring evening that brings families, educators, students, parents, teachers, and industry leaders together to explore the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).
This free community event is part of WiTWA’s Techtrails program and showcases how STEM skills are shaping the future — and why they matter right here in Port Hedland.
Our panel features voices from across education, industry, and community: WiTWA, Kinetic IT, ECU UniPrep School, and Sharon Wood-Kenny, Aboriginal Cultural Navigator. Together, they will share their career journeys, insights, and stories about how STEM learning connects to real opportunities and community impact.
No matter your background or experience, this event is for everyone. It’s about breaking down barriers, sparking curiosity, and making STEM accessible and exciting. Come along and discover how future skills can help create lasting local impact for Port Hedland’s students and community.

Building SME Capability in Defence: Workshop Series Launch
2025-08-28 07:00 - 09:30 | City of Cockburn, 9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood, WA, 6163
Henderson Alliance, in partnership with the City of Cockburn, is launching a series of focused workshops designed to equip SME’s with the skills needed to enter and grow within the defence supply chain.
Attendees will gain practical strategies to navigate current workforce challenges and build safer, more resilient teams that drive performance and wellbeing.
Located in one of Australia’s most significant maritime and defence precincts, Cockburn is home to a strong and growing community of small to medium enterprises supporting the wider defence ecosystem. It also supports a $15 billion cluster of marine infrastructure and major industry players including Austal, BAE Systems, Civmec, and Luerssen Australia. The region hosts the Australian Marine Complex, a vital sustainment hub for the Royal Australian Navy’s operations in Western Australia.
This workshop offers an important opportunity for SMEs to align with a strategically critical industry and take the first step toward defence sector readiness.
Whether you’re an established SME or just beginning your journey into the defence sector, this session is designed to help you build capability, confidence, and connection with industry expectations.

DEADLINE: KCA Australasian Research Commercialisation Awards
2025-08-28 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Have you enabled an outstanding industry partnership, spin-out, licensing deal, or a HASS initiative that’s created real impact beyond academia? Or do you know a research commercialisation professional who deserves recognition?
The KCA Australasian Research Commercialisation Awards celebrate the high-impact achievements of innovators and commercialisation teams from our member organisations.
Award Categories
Best Industry-Research Collaboration
For a significant and successful industry-research collaboration comprising any/all facets of research commercialisation, contract research, consulting services, training programs, infrastructure programs, community programs, and other collaborative research engagement activities spanning at least 18 months.
Best Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Initiative of the Year
For a significant and successful Humanities and Social Science (HASS) initiative implemented in the previous 18 months, that has successfully transferred knowledge, methods, tools, or creative outputs beyond the academic context, generating demonstrable societal and/or commercial value for external partners, communities, industry, government, or the broader public. This could include initiatives involving translation of societal-focused research, licensing of tools or methodologies, spin-outs or start-ups rooted in HASS expertise, policy influence platforms, digital humanities tools, creative technologies, or social innovation ventures.
Best Licensing Deal
For a significant and successful licensing deal. There must be evidence that the IP and knowledge transfer provided as part of the deal is being actively used by the licensee and provides a significant advantage or benefit. Particular emphasis will be placed on licensing to existing companies.
Best Spin-out
For a significant and successful spin-out. There must be evidence that the IP and knowledge transfer provided as part of the spin-out is actively used by the new venture and provides a significant advantage or benefit in the past 5 years since spinning out.
Research Commercialisation Professional of the Year
Open to both established (senior) and emerging (mid-career) research commercialisation professionals who demonstrate best practice research commercialisation, commitment to championing research commercialisation and a commitment to increasing commercialisation capability within their organisation and/ or the sector.
Key Dates

1 July 2025 – Nominations open
28 August 2025 – Nomination deadline (5pm AEST)
3 October 2025 – Finalists announced
15 October 2025 – Awards announced and presented at the Annual Conference Dinner

WAMR: Prof Lyn Beazley ‘Finding my way in the Research Sector’
2025-08-28 08:30 - 10:30 | Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia, 1 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth, WA, 6004, Australia
MRIWA is excited to invite you to the next WAMR Networking Breakfast, featuring an inspiring keynote presentation by the esteemed Professor Lyn Beazley AO FAA FTSE.
Join us as she shares her incredible journey, from local beginnings to becoming a global leader in the research sector. Discover valuable insights into navigating challenges, fostering innovation, and making an impact on the world stage.
This event is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and gain inspiration from one of Australia’s most accomplished researchers.

Industry Connection: Generative & Agentic AI for Business - Perth
2025-08-28 10:30 - 13:00 | Curtin University CBD Precinct, 13 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000
This Ai Group’s event is tailored for professionals and decision-makers from businesses looking to explore the practical applications of Generative and Agentic AI. Join for an inspiring and insightful event where industry leaders will share their expertise on harnessing the power of Generative and Agentic AI for Business.
The aim of this engagement is to demonstrate to industry the current capabilities that AI has to offer. Explore opportunities and challenges for the responsible adoption of AI such as computer vision, robotics and generative AI for operational efficiency, cost reduction, safety and innovation.

This special event is presented by AI Industry Connection, a forum launched by the National AI Centre with the support of the Department of Industry, Science & Resources, to connect Australian businesses interested in emerging AI.

Space Hub Connect: Inside the Mind of US Deep Tech VCs with Type One Ventures
2025-08-28 14:00 - 15:00 | online
What does it take to secure US venture capital in today’s climate — especially in space and deep tech?
Join for a candid virtual fireside chat with Warren Hui, General Partner (APAC) at Type One Ventures, a US-based VC firm backing transformative science and frontier tech startups from pre-seed to scale.
Unpack the current US investment landscape, including how global capital is shifting, what’s changed in the past 12 months, and what US VCs are really looking for in deep tech bets.
Now deploying their third fund and with a deep heritage in space tech, Type One has a unique perspective on what they look for in international founders — and how Australian startups can stand out.
Key event topics:

The current US VC landscape for space and deep tech
What diligence and decision-making look like from a US fund’s perspective
Practical tips on positioning, narrative, and readiness for Aussie founders
How to build investor relationships across borders and time zones

DEADLINE: WA Coastal Awards for Excellence
2025-08-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Apply online
Presented as part of the Western Australian Planning Commission’s CoastWA program, the Coastal Awards recognise work undertaken to enhance, rehabilitate and adapt to threats and pressures along Western Australia’s extensive coastline.
This year, nominations are invited across five categories:

Coastal Champion
Coastal Planning and Design
Coastal Management
Education, Engagement, Science and Research
Coastal Adaptation.

Nominations close 4 pm on Thursday 28 August 2025. Winners will be announced at the WA Coastal Forum hosted by WA Coastal and Marine Network on 27 October 2025.

Australian Subsea Business Awards Night
2025-08-28 17:30 - 18:00 | Doubletree by Hilton, 1 Barrack Square, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
Join for an unforgettable evening at this year’s Awards Night—where the subsea and ocean-based energy community comes together to celebrate excellence, innovation, and industry impact.
Reconnect with peers, toast to success with colleagues, and witness the unveiling of this year’s award winners. Be inspired by the remarkable achievements shaping the future of the Subsea sector.

DEADLINE: WiTWA Tech[+] Awards
2025-08-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
The WiTWA Tech[+] Awards celebrate and recognise women and allies who work in tech roles and organisations who are involved with education, advocacy and research in technology related fields.

TECHNOLOGY CATEGORIES:

Advocacy, Community & Volunteering
AI, Robotics, Data & Analytics
Architecture, Development & QA
Cyber, Security & Privacy
Design, Analysis & Product Management
Delivery, Project Management & IT Support
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Digital Creativity & Game Tech
Sales, Marketing & Business Support
STEM Academia & Research
STEM/STEAM/Digital Education in Schools

Learn more about eligibility, criteria and the other categories available for these awards: DEADLINE: WiTWA Tech[+] Awards

DEADLINE: City of Joondalup Corporate Sponsorship Program 25-26
2025-08-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
The Corporate Sponsorship Program aims to support free or low-cost events, programs, and activities that enhance community vibrancy, promote local engagement, and provide economic and tourism benefits. The program seeks to deliver brand recognition and reputational benefits to the City.
Applications will be assessed based on:

Event, program, activity profile

Community engagement and contribution to local events and initiatives.
Promotion of arts, sports, learning, and recreation.

Reputation and Brand

Positive exposure and media coverage for the City’s brand.

Environmental impact

Integration of sustainable practices.

Culture and Diversity

Integration of diverse cultural perspectives and sustainable practices.
Accessibility and inclusivity of the event, program, or activity.

Economic impact and engagement of local businesses.
Good governance

Refer to the Corporate sponsorship program guidelines for full details.

Applications open: Monday 7 July 2025, 9am
Applications close: Friday 29 August 2025, 5pm
