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    DEADLINE: I-CREATE Accelerator Funding

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    Startups and university-backed projects worldwide can apply for non-dilutive funding ranging from $50K to $200K. This funding supports the development, evaluation, or validation of innovative solutions aligned with BARDA’s mission to enhance pandemic preparedness and health security. I-CREATE supports the development and acceleration of novel diagnostics and medical devices to detect, prevent, or respond to… Continue reading DEADLINE: I-CREATE Accelerator Funding

    From Minerals to Materials: An assessment of Australia’s mid-stream processing capabilities

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    This report is the first comprehensive assessment of innovation in critical minerals refining required to build a sovereign mid-stream processing industry in Australia and is supported by the six supplementary minerals reports to facilitate understanding of individual supply chains, available processing pathways, and the state of play both globally and in Australia. CSIRO will present… Continue reading From Minerals to Materials: An assessment of Australia’s mid-stream processing capabilities

    FREE

    Poacher and Gamekeeper: Reflections from a Free Market Perspective

    Mannkal Economic Education Foundation 31 Hood Street, Subiaco, WA

    In this seminar, Lyndon will draw on his experiences in both the private and public sectors to examine the role of government in the context of both market and government/regulatory failure, why politicians and regulators should be modest and the increasing failure of the public sector to provide “frank and fearless advice”. Lyndon Rowe is… Continue reading Poacher and Gamekeeper: Reflections from a Free Market Perspective

    FREE

    Be part of TEDxKings Park –#2 Information Session

    Curtin University

    Meet the TEDxKings Park Team — find out how to be part of Australia's most energetic TEDx. TED and TEDx are the world's most popular and respected platforms for ideas. Be part of the upcoming TEDxKings Park Youth on 23 November at the State Theatre Centre. At Australia's largest TEDx Youth event, 9 world-premiere TEDx talks from Perth's… Continue reading Be part of TEDxKings Park –#2 Information Session

    FREE

    Students of Cyber

    Ever Nimble Level 3/33 Richardson Street, West Perth, WA

    Are you studying cyber at TAFE or Uni? Or considering a career in cyber? SoC is your chance to expand your network, link up with industry professionals and discover insights into cyber security from their career journey. For cyber industry and recruiters, this is a great opportunity to meet with the future of cyber security… Continue reading Students of Cyber

    $10

    Empowering Sustainable Start-Ups

    The Platform & Purpose Studio 3/256 Adelaide Terrace, PERTH, Australia

    Join the Young Professionals of the United Nations Association of Australia, Western Australia for "Empowering Sustainable Start-ups," a dynamic event designed to inspire and support budding entrepreneurs in the sustainable business sector. Event Outline: Keynote presentations from industry, academia and government experts on launching and scaling a sustainable start-up Interactive workshops on sustainable business practices… Continue reading Empowering Sustainable Start-Ups

    $25.66

    OPPORTUNITY OPEN: MRFF 2024 National Critical Research Infrastructure Grant Opportunity

    online Western Australia, Australia

    MRFF 2024 National Critical Research Infrastructure Grant Opportunity Description: The 2024 National Critical Research Infrastructure initiative invests in research infrastructure to ensure Australian researchers find innovative solutions to complex health problems in areas of unmet medical need. This grant opportunity has four streams. Stream 1 – Innovation enablers: Addresses an area of unmet medical need by… Continue reading OPPORTUNITY OPEN: MRFF 2024 National Critical Research Infrastructure Grant Opportunity

    Resources Leadership Summit

    Pan Pacific Hotel Perth 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, Australia

    The WA School of Mines Alumni (WASMA) inaugural Resources Leadership Summit will be held on 3 October 2024 at the Pan Pacific Perth. This Summit will explore the theme ‘Unearthing Excellence’. If you have been working in the resources sector for several years and are ready to progress in your career, then this is the event for… Continue reading Resources Leadership Summit

    JTSI Workshop – Getting the Business Model Straight Workshop with Justin Davies

    Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry 58 Egan Street, Kalgoorlie, WA

    Many startup founders really struggle to be clear on all aspects of their business model. It seems to be just as difficult for established business owners with a new product or idea - or for the founder of a startup. There are so many variables to consider. The lean canvas is a tool that enables… Continue reading JTSI Workshop – Getting the Business Model Straight Workshop with Justin Davies

    Scaling Smart: Adaptive Culture for Growing Organisations

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    ​Learn how to effectively manage the challenges and opportunities that come with scaling a growing business, understanding Gen Z and how to create authentic connections. ​Speakers: ​Deepak Singh, Senior People & Culture Manager, Uber Carshare Deepak Singh, recognised as a top emerging culture creator and award-winning HR leader, shapes workplace culture through kindness and compassion.… Continue reading Scaling Smart: Adaptive Culture for Growing Organisations

    DEADLINE: Industry Growth Program Advisory – Request for Tender

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    The Industry Growth Program supports innovative Australian startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The program helps them commercialise their innovative projects and scale their businesses in Australian Government priority areas. As an adviser you’ll work directly with innovative businesses taking part in the advisory service. You will give tailored expert advice and guidance on… Continue reading DEADLINE: Industry Growth Program Advisory – Request for Tender

    DEADLINE: EOIs – UK MedTech Virtual Landing Pad

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    The program aims to support medtech companies in their initial steps toward international market expansion by providing them with the necessary knowledge and resources to enter the UK market. Why participate? ⭐Gain an understanding of the UK MedTech market and how to navigate it ⭐Receive support to formalise your UK market entry or expansion strategy… Continue reading DEADLINE: EOIs – UK MedTech Virtual Landing Pad

    Hack The Pack! (save independent music hackathon)

    Claisebrook Design Community 25 Gladstone Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

    We’re excited to invite you to Hack The Pack!, a FREE unique hackathon taking place on Saturday, October 5. This event brings together the brightest minds in the music, arts, marketing and tech industries to co-create innovative solutions for one of the most pervasive challenges in our field – the impact of music streaming on… Continue reading Hack The Pack! (save independent music hackathon)

    Free

    Green Hydrogen: Where To Next?

    State Library Theatre 25 Francis Street, Perth, WA

    Green hydrogen is back in the news after one of its biggest champions, Fortescue, announced 700 job cuts and pared back production targets. Is this the beginning of the end of the road for green hydrogen, or just a speedbump along the way? Like everything connected with energy, people have very strong opinions about the… Continue reading Green Hydrogen: Where To Next?

    $20

    2024 WA HSP Innovation Showcase

    Fiona Stanley Hospital 11 Robin Warren Drive, Murdoch, WA
    Virtual Event Hybrid Event

    South Metropolitan Health Service is pleased to be hosting the second annual WA Health Service Provider Innovation Showcase! Held on Tuesday 8 October 2024, this year’s theme is Innovate, validate and collaborate – creating sustainable health care solutions. Health professionals from across WA Health are invited to join the showcase to foster collaboration, celebrate innovation,… Continue reading 2024 WA HSP Innovation Showcase

    FREE

    Plus Eight Demo Night

    Heath Leger Theatre State Theatre Centre of WA, 174-176 William Street, Perth

    Join us at our 2024 Plus Eight Demo Night, the biggest and most highly anticipated startup event of the year! Hear from the eighth cohort of Australia's premier seed-funded accelerator as they pitch their groundbreaking startups for follow-on investment. Meet the founders, network with investors and industry professionals, and immerse yourself in Perth's vibrant innovation ecosystem.… Continue reading Plus Eight Demo Night

    $15
    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: AgriFutures Rural Women’s Awards

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award is Australia’s leading award empowering and celebrating the inclusive and courageous leadership of women involved in Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses, and communities, now and into the future.

    DEADLINE: BHB Xplor Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    BHP Xplor is a 6-month, accelerator program for early stage explorers looking to fast-track and de-risk their geologic concepts and become investment ready. The BHP Xplor program is BHP’s front door for early-stage opportunities in the junior exploration market. We are searching globally for the next generation of explorers who are ready to think about… Continue reading DEADLINE: BHB Xplor Program

    Masterclass Series AUKUS: Pillar II ADVANCED CAPABILITIES

    The University Club of WA Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia

    The UWA Defence and Security Institute is pleased to announce the second in its Masterclass Series. With the support of the Department of Defence, Department of Foreign and Affairs and Trade, and Defence West (State Government of Western Australia), the UWA DSI Masterclass: AUKUS: Pillar II will be held on Wednesday 9 October 2024. This essential… Continue reading Masterclass Series AUKUS: Pillar II ADVANCED CAPABILITIES

    $495

    WA Mining Conference & Exhibition

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    WA Mining Conference & Exhibition will integrate the innovation and research ecosystem while addressing the social and environmental standards driving a more sustainably conscious industry. The largely expanded exhibition will showcase the technical and digital innovation across the entire mining value chain, while the highly targeted conference will illustrate the economic importance of Western Australia… Continue reading WA Mining Conference & Exhibition

    $820

    Life Sciences WA Post Graduate Commercialisation Workshop

    Wrays , Australia

    This workshop is your opportunity to dive deep into the world of commercialising life sciences innovations. Join us at Wrays | Perth for a day filled with insightful sessions, interactive discussions, and networking with industry experts. If you are interested in commercialising your work or have entrepreneurial aspirations, this workshop is perfect for you. Learn about patents,… Continue reading Life Sciences WA Post Graduate Commercialisation Workshop

    FREE

    Shell Chair in Offshore Engineering: Lunch & Learn

    Engineers Australia 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth

    In this session, Nicole Jones from the University of Western Australia will highlight advancements in predicting internal tides and nonlinear internal waves. Marcelo Silva from Fugro will also discuss foundation design adaptations for carbonate sediments, particularly for upcoming offshore wind farm developments. Spaces are limited so secure your spot today - RSVP to tide@uwa.edu.au by Friday 4 October.

    Local Jobs for Social Enterprises

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Are you a social enterprise that employs vulnerable people? Would you like to hire more people more but need funding and wrap around support to do so? You could be eligible for up to $10,000 to support a trainee or apprentice back into work after being long-term unemployed The Commonwealth government has committed to supporting social… Continue reading Local Jobs for Social Enterprises

    FREE

    MRIWA PHD Research Showcase

    Beaumonde On The Point 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, WA

    The Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) supports exceptional PhD students undertaking research into the challenges and opportunities facing the State’s minerals industry. In the annual MRIWA PhD Research Showcase, members of this cohort share the outcomes and potential of their projects with an audience of guests from the industry and research communities, and… Continue reading MRIWA PHD Research Showcase

    Society for Underwater Technology: Artifishal Intelligence

    Parmelia Hilton 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA

    " The Society for Underwater Technology invite you to our Evening Technical Meeting & Annual General Meeting on 9th October 2024 The evening will focus on the following three topics: Optimising Subsea Tieback Iteration with Machine Learning An application of machine learning to the motion response prediction of floating assets Use of Digital Twin to… Continue reading Society for Underwater Technology: Artifishal Intelligence

    $25 – $290

    2024 WA Innovation Leaders Congress

    The Hub, Bentley Technology Park 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley, WA, Australia

    Save the date! Our 2024 WA Innovation Leaders Congress is coming up on Friday, October 11 at The Hub, Bentley Technology Park.  Following successful events in 2022 and 2023, we've engaged over 200 ecosystem leaders at each Congress, making this your opportunity to engage with trailblazers across the innovation industry, spanning Startups, Corporate and Government as we… Continue reading 2024 WA Innovation Leaders Congress

    FREE

    ACCI Great Southern Business Awards

    Centennial Stadium 156 Lockyer Ave, Centennial Park, WA

    Join us at the 2024 Great Southern Business Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday 12th October 2024, for an unforgettable evening of business excellence and networking. The Great Southern Business Awards have been giving recognition to Albany and Great Southern business leaders and innovators for 28 years. Join us in celebrating the resilience, innovation and adaptability… Continue reading ACCI Great Southern Business Awards

    $170

    DEADLINE: Applications to Pitch for Female Founder Pitch Night

    online Western Australia, Australia

    We're looking for female founders who: Have a business that has moved beyond the ideation stage. Can demonstrate solid customer validation or are in the early growth/growth stage. Have a scalable business model. Six finalists will be selected to pitch on the night in front of an audience of industry experts, female founders, investors, and… Continue reading DEADLINE: Applications to Pitch for Female Founder Pitch Night