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  • Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    A Future by Design – Networking Breakfast

    December sees the return of our our Future by Design program with an event not to be missed! This is a transformative experience for those seeking to lead in the digital age.  This event is not just about technology but the mindset needed to leverage it. It is a space where forward-thinking professionals can share ideas, collaborate, and develop… Continue reading A Future by Design – Networking Breakfast

    $30
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Joondalup 2050 – Realising the Vision

    Joondalup Resort Country Club Blvd, Connolly, wa, Australia

    Join us to explore the opportunities for Joondalup as the strategic centre of the north and discover the key initiatives to achieve the vision for the Joondalup of the future. The Joondalup City Centre will support a booming population and provide education, innovation, jobs and prosperity to the northern metropolitan region. Future development will see… Continue reading Joondalup 2050 – Realising the Vision

    $30
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    WA Web3 Next Gen Event

    Western Australia Web3 Associations’ Next Gen event, as a satellite event of the West Tech Fest 2024, brings the latest in sustainable digital economy by focusing on Web3 Gaming, Cultural Heritage on Chain, Green Smart Living with Web3ClimateTech, and Web3 Education for Investors, Corporates, Communities and Youth. This is new trends are discovered before they… Continue reading WA Web3 Next Gen Event

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Global Robotics and Automation Technology Showcase

    A Global Robotics & Automation Technology Showcase: A West Tech Fest AARP-ORTUNITY Featuring: Innovator Spotlights Industry Panel - connecting local and global ecosystems Indoor and Outdoor Tech Showcase Demonstrations from: RCT Global Switch Technologies  Australian Flow Batteries Maclean Engineering UX Machines  RaptorTech

    FREE

    IP Reach: Regional Series

    IP Workshop for Commercially Focused Business Owners, Start-up Leaders and Innovators Limited spaces available for this IP workshop in Albany, Wednesday 4th Dec 2024. PLUS there's also an opportunity for one-on-one advice tailored to your business needs after the workshop. Book in for this FREE event here, or contact event host Albany Business Centre If… Continue reading IP Reach: Regional Series

    Free
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Tractor Ventures and Think & Grow West Tech Lunch

    La Lune 73 George St, East Fremantle, WA

    ​Join the Tractor Ventures and Think & Grow team for an exclusive dining experience with some of Perth’s top entrepreneurs and startup connectors. Our guest speakers, Ruth Hatherley, CEO & Founder of Moneycatcha, and Dan Jovevski, Founder & CEO at WeMoney, will provide her unique insights into growth, sharing both her professional experiences and personal… Continue reading Tractor Ventures and Think & Grow West Tech Lunch

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    “Investing in Tech” Panel Discussion

    Email Melissa Humphries melissa@pwnetwork.com.au to register your interest in attending this event This engaging discussion will cover the full spectrum of investment strategies—from angel investing and venture capital to direct investment—offering a rare opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders. Hear firsthand about their successes, learn from their challenges, and discover the strategies that set… Continue reading “Investing in Tech” Panel Discussion

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Bridging Innovation – Linking Perth with USA

    Join the U.S. Commercial Service for a U.S.-Australia business community networking event. Enjoy canapes and networking while meeting leaders of Australian companies – especially those based in Western Australia – looking to expand to North America. This is a unique opportunity to meet U.S. Consul General Siriana Nair, US Commercial Specialist Georgina Harrowell and others… Continue reading Bridging Innovation – Linking Perth with USA

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Framing Entrepreneurial Education

    The Young Entrepreneurs Academy of Western Australia is pleased to welcome and connect entrepreneurial educators with the broader innovation ecosystem. The invitation only event is an opportunity to network with other entrepreneurial educators, explore opportunities for innovation and collaboration, and commence a curated journey through West Tech Main. Please get in touch with Cameron, Director… Continue reading Framing Entrepreneurial Education

    FREE
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    WA Agtech Meetup: CEO Reverse Pitch & Innovator Showcase

    Hybrid Hybrid Event

    WA Agtech Meetup: CEO Reverse Pitch & Innovator Showcase Join us for a unique networking event against the stunning backdrop of the Perth city skyline. Hear from leaders of Western Australia's leading food and agribusinesses as they share their biggest challenges and what they're seeking in innovative solutions. Then, witness a showcase of cutting-edge ideas… Continue reading WA Agtech Meetup: CEO Reverse Pitch & Innovator Showcase

    FREE
    Event Series Deadlines

    DEADLINE: Innovation Seed Fund 24-25

    Apply online

    The Innovation Seed Fund seeks to build Western Australia’s health and medical innovation pipeline by providing funding to Western Australian innovators to help develop and commercialise novel process, products and/or services that demonstrate a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the WA community. The funding will be used to support the validation of… Continue reading DEADLINE: Innovation Seed Fund 24-25

    West Tech Main

    Perth’s technology and innovation ecosystem comes alive as global leaders and emerging start-ups collide. Speakers include Founder of One Earth, Linzi Boyd; CEO Harry Dixon from Checkmate, Founding Partner and Managing Director of Cake Ventures, Monique Woodard and CEO Damian Kassabgi of Tech Council of Australia, plus many more. For more information, visit West Tech Fest

    City of Perth Innovation Showcase

    Get a first-hand look at the latest inventions, exciting products and new technologies that are on the cusp of revolutionising industries from across Western Australia. To find out more, visit West Tech Fest

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    FHRI Fund Open Day – Health Technology for the Future

    The December 2024 Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund Open Day is proud to be part of the West Tech Fest – Australia's longest running tech and innovation festival. Co-hosted by the WA Department of Health’s Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame Australia’s Fremantle Campus,… Continue reading FHRI Fund Open Day – Health Technology for the Future

    FREE
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Curtin Invest: Diverse

    Curtin University invites you to join our special guest Monique Woodard, Founding Partner at Cake Ventures, on Friday 6 December to explore how building an inclusive investment landscape isn't just a social imperative; it's a business advantage for our state. Diversity fuels creativity, strengthens problem-solving abilities, and aligns with an increasingly global market. Ensuring individuals… Continue reading Curtin Invest: Diverse

    FREE
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    DEADLINE: GreenTech Hub Director

    As Director, you will work closely with Curtin’s world-class research teams, government departments, industry leaders, startups, and SMEs to develop cutting-edge solutions and scale up green innovations. You will spearhead efforts to reduce carbon emissions, promote sustainability, and develop a thriving GreenTech ecosystem. You will also be part of a world-class academic community that values… Continue reading DEADLINE: GreenTech Hub Director

    Meet the Entrepreneur Series: Olivia Humphrey

    Olivia Humphrey spent many years in film distribution at Roadshow Entertainment, BBC and Austar/Foxtel before founding the independent streaming platform, Kanopy, which forged a new channel for streaming films to library members. Olivia boot-strapped the company in 2008 before uprooting her young family away from Perth to move Kanopy’s head office in San Francisco, USA.… Continue reading Meet the Entrepreneur Series: Olivia Humphrey

    FREE

    Data Insights 2024

    Join us for our End-Of-Year event, Data Insights 2024, an event hosted by the University of Western Australia’s Data Institute. This year’s focus is on exploring the evolving landscape of data science in Western Australia and the pivotal role it plays in shaping our future. The event will begin with a welcome address from Professor… Continue reading Data Insights 2024

    FREE
    Event Series Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    This introductory "Getting Started" meeting is for founders (and potential founders) who are first-timers to Lean Startup Perth (or those who wish to get a refresher on Lean Startup). It's best for you to attend one of these meeting before attending a "Getting On" meeting (although it's not required). This "Getting Started" meeting will introduce… Continue reading Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    $10

    Spacecubed’s Christmas Sundowner 2024!

    Fern Courtyard 79 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA

    Come and join us to celebrate the end of another year at our Spacecubed Christmas Sundowner! We welcome you to join us to celebrate 2024 and all the wins along the way. Let's get together for a final hurrah to bring in the holiday season and wrap up another year at Spacecubed. Come along to Fern Courtyard… Continue reading Spacecubed’s Christmas Sundowner 2024!

    $20

    HSA WA Chapter Inauguration

    Bon Marche Arcade Level 1, 74-84 Barrack Street, Perth, WA

    Join us on the 14th of December in Perth, in person, for the inauguration of the HSA Western Australia Chapter, hear a presentation by David Cavanagh discussing the COP28 Initiatives, enjoy an end-of-year HSA networking celebration in Perth, and raise a glass to achievements in the past twelve months.

    $20
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    DEADLINE: Prime Ministers Prizes for Science

    Apply online

    The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science is an ongoing element of the program. There are two grant opportunities for this program, the Science Prizes and the Science Teaching Prizes. The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded awards for achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation, and excellence in science teaching.… Continue reading DEADLINE: Prime Ministers Prizes for Science

    Event Series Morning Startup

    Morning Startup Presentation

    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… Continue reading Morning Startup Presentation

    FREE
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    DEADLINE: Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) – Australian Cyber Security Strategy Challenge

    Apply online

    This program provides small to medium sized enterprises with funding to develop innovative solutions for government policy and service delivery challenges. This round focuses on a cyber security challenge identified by government. What do you get? Grants from $50,000 to $100,000 for a Feasibility project. If your Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up… Continue reading DEADLINE: Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) – Australian Cyber Security Strategy Challenge

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    DEADLINE: Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Round 1A

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The Solar SunShot program aims to support innovative solar PV manufacturing facilities in Australia across the solar supply chain.   The total funding allocated for the program is up to $1 billion (total funding allocation). The amount of funding allocated for a funding round will be specified in the relevant funding announcement.   Two funding rounds have… Continue reading DEADLINE: Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Round 1A

    Event Series Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    This introductory "Getting Started" meeting is for founders (and potential founders) who are first-timers to Lean Startup Perth (or those who wish to get a refresher on Lean Startup). It's best for you to attend one of these meeting before attending a "Getting On" meeting (although it's not required). This "Getting Started" meeting will introduce… Continue reading Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    $10