WA Innovation Calendar

QANTM Valuations - FAST30 Webinar Series
2025-08-21 10:00 - 10:30 (Australia/Perth) | online, Australia
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, Australia
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, Australia
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, Australia
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.

Great Founders Exit Smart: Lessons They Wish They'd Known Sooner
2025-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | online, Australia
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, Australia
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, Australia
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.

Pitch Your Startup!
2025-08-27 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: Morning Startup
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.
Practice your pitch in front of the supportive Morning Startup audience. We’re giving you, the upcoming new startups of Perth, a chance to practice your pitch in front of the non-intimidating and….

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, Australia
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, Australia
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.

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, Australia
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, Australia
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

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.

Port Hedland Grant Workshop
2025-08-29 09:00 - 15:00 | The Web Business Hub, 18 Edgar Street, Port Hedland, Western Australia, 6721, Australia
Join Alex Hodges, Funding Education Officer, at The Web Business Hub. Alex brings over a decade worth of experience to the field of grant and project management through her previous roles in the local government, not for profit and private industry sectors. Her expertise extends to overseeing various state and federal grant-funded initiatives and she has in-depth knowledge of sourcing grants and the application process.
The purpose of this grant workshop is to strengthen participants’ grant writing skills and knowledge, equipping them to apply for a wide range of grant opportunities. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a clearer understanding of what grant assessors look for in applications, along with the confidence and knowledge to apply for grants on behalf of their organisation.
The workshop will include both small group and full group activities, using a sample grant application/project. Participants are also welcome to bring their own project examples to work on and discuss. The session will provide plenty of time for interactive work and discussion.

Clean Energy Conference and Exhibition Australia Africa 2025
2025-09-01 08:00 - 2025-09-02 17:00 | Novotel Perth, 221 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, WA, Australia
Join us for an exciting in-person event where industry leaders, innovators, and experts from Australia and Africa come together to discuss the future of clean energy. The conference will feature engaging keynote speakers, informative panel discussions and a showcase of cutting-edge technologies in the clean energy sector. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and explore potential collaborations that will shape the energy landscape for years to come.

Battery Breakthrough Initiative - Launch Webinar 1
2025-09-02 08:00 - 09:00 | online, Australia
The $500 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative (BBI) has been announced, a Budget measure announced by the Australian Government in May 2024 and a central part of the National Battery Strategy also released in May.
BBI aims to enhance Australia’s battery manufacturing capability and commercialise battery manufacturing processes and technologies. BBI is a $500 million funding program to support and grow battery manufacturing in Australia.
ARENA will deliver the program and has designed the guidelines in consultation with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) following consultation with industry and other stakeholders.

Critical Minerals Conference 2025
2025-09-02 08:00 - 2025-09-04 17:00 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000, Australia
A conference created for industry, by industry – driving the energy transition.
AusIMM create outstanding networking opportunities for knowledge exchange, skills transfer and business development. They attract a diverse range of companies who want to align with their brand and showcase the latest technology, innovations and equipment to advance the mining industry.
Learn more and register for their Critical Minerals Conference 2025

Project Jupiter: WA’s path to virtual power plants at scale – lessons from project initiation
2025-09-02 09:00 - 10:30 | online, Australia
You’re invited to an industry webinar, hosted by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency, introducing Project Jupiter, Western Australia’s major DER integration initiative, delivered in partnership by Western Power, Synergy, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), and Energy Policy WA, with support from ARENA.
Now six months into delivery, Project Jupiter is already generating valuable insights from its initiation phase, laying the groundwork to scale customer energy participation through virtual power plants (VPPs) and addressing the technical, market and regulatory changes needed to support this transition.
This session will highlight key takeaways from the project’s first two milestone reports:

Vision and Impact Pathway Report – A shared, stakeholder-informed vision for DER integration, including a framework to measure impact and track progress toward scale.
The National Alignment Report – Identifying how Project Jupiter complements national Consumer Energy Resource (CER) initiatives and where alignment with the NEM presents opportunities for collaboration.

The session will feature speakers from the Project Jupiter Team who will present key insights and respond to audience questions.

DPIRD Workshop - Concept to Launch: New Product Development
2025-09-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Perth WA, Western Australia, Australia
The “Concept to Launch” Workshop is designed to empower small to medium sized food and beverage businesses with the tools and knowledge needed to successfully scope, research, and launch new products.
The Stage-Gate process is a globally recognised framework used to manage innovation and new product development in large food businesses and retailers.
Delivered over two half days this workshop will use the Stage Gate principles to guide participants through concept ideation, market validation, product development planning and commercialisation – ensuring a higher likelihood of success in competitive markets.
These practical, structured workshops include the opportunity to work through realistic scenarios and be guided to successfully turn ideas into commercially viable products. Participants will receive tools and templates that can be adapted to their unique business needs, and leave with the know-how to reduce risk, stay focused and make informed decisions.
This workshop is open to Food and Beverage Manufacturers only, with a maximum of two participants per business.

Sector Briefing: The Future of Aged Care
2025-09-02 11:45 - 15:00 | Crown Perth, Great Eastern Highway, Perth, WA, Australia
Western Australia’s aged care sector is on the cusp of major transformation, driven by shifting demographics, urgent workforce needs, and evolving national policy.
Business News is proud to present a high-level panel of experts and decision-makers who will explore the challenges and opportunities facing aged care in WA, from technological advances and funding pressures to workforce reform and housing solutions for our ageing population.
This timely and relevant discussion will bring together voices from across the sector to share strategies, foster collaboration, and help shape a more sustainable, person-centred future for aged care in Western Australia.

The Capital Advantage - Accessing the UK and Navigating the London Markets
2025-09-03 08:00 - 09:30 | City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
The Capital Advantage: Accessing the UK and Navigating the London Markets
Presented by the London Stock Exchange, Bird & Bird, and the British Consulate-General Perth
Join the British Consulate General in Perth for a focused breakfast panel exploring how legal, capital, and government pathways can unlock growth in the UK for Western Australian companies and investors.

Date and time: Wednesday 3 September, 8.00am – 9.30am
Venue: Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth WA
Format: 30 minute presentation, followed by Q&A and networking
Refreshments: Light breakfast and coffee provided
Speakers:

Michael Dawes – Partner, Bird & Bird: Legal insights including cross-border strategy to access or raise money in the UK, and other regulatory considerations.
Thom Abbott – Head of SE Asia & Australasia, London Stock Exchange Group: Capital raising and pathways for early to late-stage companies, plus investor appetite.
Finty Clowry Steele – Investment Manager, British Consulate-General Perth: UK Government support mechanisms, inward investment opportunities, and alignment with the UK’s New Industrial Strategy.

Background:
London continues to evolve as a premier global financial centre. Recent reforms to the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market have simplified the listing process, introduced a single category for commercial companies and a dedicated category for dual-listed companies, and made it easier for founder-led and technology-driven businesses to access capital. These changes support dual-class share structures and streamline disclosure requirements – making London an increasingly attractive destination for international growth.
Questions: jeehyun.ahn@fcdo.gov.uk
Who should attend:
Companies in

resources,
technology,
life sciences and
critical minerals – as well as any organisation looking to access opportunities in the UK.

1-1 follow-up meetings with the panellists can be organised upon request.

About the speakers:

Michael Dawes is a partner in the London office of Bird & Bird, an international law firm. Michael is a senior corporate finance lawyer, with over 25 years’ experience of advising on equity capital markets and public and private M&A transactions, predominantly in the natural resources and technology sectors. He acts on transactions globally, and having previously worked in Sydney he has a particular interest in helping Australian companies to access the UK – whether it be an ASX-listed mining company looking to dual list here, or a smaller fintech company looking to expand into the UK and Europe. Bird & Bird has 33 offices worldwide, including the major cities of Europe, as well as Sydney.

Thom Abbott is Head of SE Asia and Australasia, Primary Markets for the London Stock Exchange. Thom is responsible for supporting companies and their investors understand the process of going public and life as a listed company on London’s markets. Thom joined the exchange in 2017 to support the international development of an initiative for private companies looking to ready themselves for IPO. Prior to LSE, Thom worked at Chinese investment bank CITIC in Beijing and led the expansion of Foresight Science and Technology in Asia, performing valuation work and managing technology licensing deals globally. Thom studied International Relations and Finance at the University of Leeds, and was a Taiwan Ministry of Education Scholarship recipient, studying at National Sun Yat Sen University.

Finty Clowry Steele is an Investment Manager at the British Consulate-General in Perth. She supports innovative Australian companies to access the UK’s capital markets, scale internationally, and connect with venture capital, strategic partners, and government-backed support. Through DBT’s global network, she helps businesses navigate the UK’s financial ecosystem, identify growth opportunities, and accelerate market entry. Previously, Finty worked in Mergers & Acquisitions and Leveraged Finance, advising private equity sponsors and corporates in life sciences, industrials, mining, and technology on strategic transactions. She holds an undergraduate degree from University College London and a Master’s in International Business and Finance.

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Science 2035: Australia's Future National Symposium
2025-09-04 07:00 - 14:30 | online, Australia
This National Symposium is essential for industry leaders looking for in-depth analysis to inform their future directions, for science and policy leaders tasked with shaping the Australian science, education and immigration landscapes, and for philanthropists needing to make nation building investment decisions.
You are invited to join for these critical conversation and to share this invitation widely with your networks.
Speakers

Professor Ian Chubb AC FAA FTSE, Convenor of Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035
Tony Cook PSM, Secretary, Department of Education
Professor Kate Darian-Smith FASSA, President, Academy of Social Sciences in Australia
Robyn Denholm, Chair, Strategic Examination of Research and Development
Professor Susan Dodds FAHA, Deputy Chair, Australian Research Council
Professor Mark Ferguson, Chair, European Innovation Council, former Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of Ireland
Professor Stephen Garton AM FAHA FASSA, President, Australian Academy of the Humanities
Professor Barney Glover AO FTSE, Commissioner, Jobs and Skills Australia
Rosemary Huxtable AO PSM, Lead, National Health and Medical Research Strategy
Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC PresAA FRS FREng FTSE, President, Australian Academy of Science
Joseph Mitchell, Assistant Secretary, Australia Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)
Meghan Quinn PSM, Secretary, Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Adjunct Professor Peter Rossdeutscher AM, Chair, Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Professor Lynette Russell AM, Monash Indigenous Studies Centre, Monash University
Professor Margaret Sheil AO FAA FTSE, Vice Chancellor, QUT and Secretary Policy, Australian Academy of Science
Professor Peter Shergold AC FASSA, Chair, Australian Research Council
Dr Hayley Teasdale, Head Science Policy and Advice, Australian Academy of Science
Martijn Wilder AM, Chair, National Reconstruction Fund

The event will be held in Canberra and there will be an online live stream
Read more about the event and register: https://www.science.org.au/news-and-events/events/national-symposium-2025

Alternative sources of capital: Strategies, trade-offs & founder insights
2025-09-04 08:00 - 09:00 | online, Australia
Join three seasoned operators who’ve each mastered different paths to capital as they share real stories, strategic insights, and the trade-offs that matter most when choosing your funding approach.
​What You’ll Walk Away With:

​Founder-funding fit: How to identify which capital strategy aligns with your business and personal goals

​Real trade-offs: What you actually gain and give up with grants, bootstrapping, and alternative capital

​Myth-busting: Common misconceptions that trip up founders in today’s funding landscape

​Practical insights: Mistakes to avoid and strategies that actually work

Submission Workshop: 'Harnessing Data & Digital Technology'
2025-09-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Curtin, 137 St Georges Tce, 137 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join this workshop session to help prepare submissions in response to the Productivity Commision’s Interim Report

The Productivity Commission’s Interim Report on ‘Harnessing Data and Digital Technology’ can be found at https://www.pc.gov.au/inquiries/current/data-digital#interim
This session will primarily focus on the Artificial Intelligence issues covered in the Interim Report, with a particular focus on the Productivity Commission’s request for feedback on a high profile and controversial topic, the issue of copyright materials being used to train AI models.

Introduction and overview of the Productivity Commission’s ‘Harnessing Data and Digital Technology’ Interim Report
Machine Learning & the Copyright Act – should text & data mining (TDM) be made an exception to copyright infringement?
Overview of other issues in the Interim Report – Data Access, Privacy Regulation, Digital Financial Reporting
Submission process (deadline for submissions is 15 September 2025).

This event is a joint initiative of the WA Data Science Innovation Hub, Perth Machine Learning Group, Stratocumulus Legal and Stirling & Rose.

2025 AAMEG Awards Ceremony and Reception
2025-09-04 17:15 - 20:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
AAMEG welcomes members and non-members to attend the seventh annual Africa Awards, to be held at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Perth.
The Ceremony ties in with the second night of Africa Down Under conference, where a formal Cocktail Reception – sponsored by CrossBoundary Energy – is set to be held.
Whether you are nominee, or are simply interested in learning more about how good ESG principles can be applied in the mining and resources sector; you are welcome to attend.
THE CATEGORIES ARE:

Excellence in Social Development Award, Sponsored by Minerals Council of Australia: For community engagement and local development projects making a real difference.
Excellence in Innovation Award, Sponsorship Available: For clever, forward-thinking ideas that lift performance, sustainability, or outcomes for people on the ground.
Operational Excellence Award, Sponsored by JTSI (now DEED): For companies leading the way in safety, efficiency, and responsible practices.
The Change Maker Award, Sponsored by Perenti: For a not-for-profit or charity that’s delivering meaningful, measurable impact in Africa.
The Rising Star Award, Sponsorship Available: For emerging talent that’s shaping the future of our industry.

Pitch Perfect - Small Business Sales Pitch Competition: Held in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale
2025-09-04 17:30 - 20:30 | Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Resource Centre, 2 Paterson Street, Mundijong, WA, 6123, Australia
Join the Byford Co.Lab for an inspiring evening where 10 passionate local entrepreneurs take the stage to pitch their businesses to YOU! This isn’t just another networking event – it’s your chance to discover the innovative minds shaping our community’s future.
