Swan River Renewables: Women in Energy Event
2024-06-13 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Perth) | The Lucky Shag, Birdiya Drive, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Join us at Swan River Renewables: Women in Energy Event to celebrate and empower women in the energy industry!

We’re turning up the power to celebrate diversity in the energy industry like never before. Brace yourself for a night that will ignite your passion and shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions women have made—and continue to make—in the booming renewable energy industry.
Join us for an unforgettable experience where you can show your unwavering support and connect with a powerhouse of inspiring women who are shaping the future. This event isn’t just about celebrating success; it’s about shedding light on the challenges women face and rallying together to create a supportive environment for everyone in the industry.
Hear from some of the most influential voices in the renewable energy sector. We’re thrilled to announce our lineup of esteemed speakers:

Georgie Mitchell – CCIWA
Isobel Ives – Monford Group
Jo Garland – HFW
Jonni Taylor – CCIWA
Kaye Butler – Pacific Energy
Yvonne Power – Village Energy

And that’s not all! Enjoy complimentary canapés and refreshing beverages while you immerse yourself in the exclusive ambiance of our private venue – all courtesy of our sponsors.
Remember, this event is all about inclusivity. We welcome individuals of all genders to join us in celebrating the achievements of women in the energy industry. Don’t miss out on this empowering and inclusive gathering. Mark your calendars and join us for a night that will energise, inspire, and leave you buzzing with excitement!
Swan River Renewables would like to thank all of our generous sponsors for making this event possible. To find out more about our sponsors, visit our website.

Winds of Progress – Unleashing Opportunities
2024-06-13 17:30 - 20:30 | The Melbourne Hotel, 33 Milligan Street, Perth, WA, 6000
ABOUT
Session 2 in the “Bunbury Offshore Wind” series.
Welcoming you to join us for an evening of discussions with our panel of industry experts.

DATE
Thursday 13 June 2024 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (UTC+08)

LOCATION

The Melbourne Hotel – Perth
33 Milligan St, , Perth WA 6000

DEADLINE: Speaker Submissions for AusBiotech 2024
2024-06-14 06:00 - 07:00 | online
Help shape the AusBiotech 2024 conference programme

Do you have an idea on a topic, theme, or trend shaping Australian life sciences that should be explored in the AusBiotech 2024 national conference programme?
AusBiotech is thrilled to welcome submissions for innovative and inspirational topics and speakers to enrich Australia’s largest life sciences conference programme. Your insights and participation are vital in making our 2024 conference programme the most impactful and engaging yet.
In collaboration with the AusBiotech 2024 programme committee, we are seeking high-calibre session submissions that delve into current trends, explore critical and emerging topics, highlight breakthroughs, and share thought-provoking stories that inspire discussion and debate.
We invite you to submit your ideas for:

Keynote sessions: 30 minutes, including Q&A
Panel sessions: 45 minutes, with one chair and up to four speakers
Individual panellists

Speaking at AusBiotech 2024 positions you as an international expert addressing the most pressing issues in our industry. It’s an opportunity to build critical dialogue, spark creative conversations, and profile cutting-edge technology.
If you are interested in leading a cutting-edge session and showcasing your company as a leader in research, development, and education within the life sciences community, consider sponsoring a session. Sponsoring allows you to shape the discussion by inviting your clients to participate in your panel. For more information on session sponsorship, please view our partnership prospectus.

Submit your session ideas by 14 June

DEADLINE: WA Export Awards Applications
2024-06-14 08:00 - 09:00 | online
The Awards program operates as a 2-tier process and is run in partnership with Austrade
The WA Export Awards has 13 categories businesses can apply for
Winners of the 13 categories automatically proceed to become an Australian Export Awards finalist
Only submit an application in one State or Territory Export Awards program
The application can only be submitted in the state or territory program where the organisation’s head office is located or where the majority of operations are established

Application criteria, tips and FAQs
Applications for the 2024 Western Australian Export Awards are invited from organisations that meet the business, product or service and financial criteria.
Apply via the online portal below:
Apply

UWA Data Institute 2024 Conference: AI for Humanity
2024-06-14 08:45 - 17:00 | The University Club of WA, Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, 6009, Australia
WADSIH is proud to partner with the UWA Data Institute to bring you “AI for Humanity”.
Register here now
This event will bring together powerhouses from industry, academia, and broader society to shed light on how artificial intelligence can benefit the environment, and drive social impact in policy, health, education, and indigenous affairs. Come and learn how artificial intelligence can solve crimes from Arlene Mavratsou (WAPOL) while Professor Melissa Penny (UWA/Telethon Kids Institute) will shed light on artificial intelligence and disease modelling!
Click here for the extensive agenda
WADSIH’s Alex Jenkins will be on the Industry Adoption of AI panel discussion. Keynote speakers featured include Dr. Karl Krusznelnicki, an Australian science broadcaster and author who has also worked as a physicist, tutor, film-maker, and doctor amongst his many other professions.
This conference is sponsored by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

DEADLINE: Bioshares Summit 2024 EOIs
2024-06-14 11:00 - 12:00 | online
Applications for the Bioshares Summit 2024 delegate passes are open and close 11:00 am (AWST) 14 June 2024. Make sure you read the guidelines before you apply.
The Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation are offering up to 6 delegate passes to the upcoming Bioshares Summit 2024.
The 18th Bioshares Summit will be held in Fremantle July 12-13 2024, the first time in Western Australia.
Over 25 speakers from leading Australian biotech businesses will present at the 2 day national event, which also brings together retail and institutional investors, venture capital and family funds to learn firsthand about the opportunities of investing in biotech and healthcare innovation.
This opportunity will allow a number of WA health and medical startups to engage with some of Australia’s largest life science companies and with investors.
Submit your Expressions of Interest by completing the form below.
Check your eligibility and read the guidelines before you apply.
Applications close at 11:00 am (AWST) Monday 10 June 2024.

DEADLINE: Awards for Excellence in Innovation
2024-06-14 17:00 - 18:00 | online
The Awards for Excellence in Innovation showcase and recognise the inspiring work and impact of industry-research collaboration in the Australian innovation ecosystem and the translation of research into commercial, economic, social and environmental outcomes that drive future prosperity for Australia. The Awards will be presented at the Gala Dinner on Tuesday 23 July 2024 as part of Collaborate Innovate, Cooperative Research Australia’s annual conference.
Categories:
The Lifetime Achievement Award for Contribution to Industry-Research Collaboration
Recognising outstanding contribution to Collaborative Research, this Awardee will embody:
Award for Research Commercialisation
Celebrating the translation of research into new business, products or services, the Awardee will demonstrate:
Award for Impact
Celebrating the translation of research undertaken collaboratively to deliver economic, social and/or environmental benefit, the Awardee will demonstrate:
Research Institution Leadership in Industry-Research Collaboration
Celebrating university and publicly-funded research institution leadership in fostering successful industry-research collaboration and setting new standards for engagement with industry:
Award for Enduring Industry-Research Collaboration
Recognising enduring partnerships that have their origin in the Cooperative Research Centres Program, the Awardees will embody:

Eligible nominees are those employed by an existing CRA member of any membership category, or an employee, Board member, industry partner or researcher in a current or former CRC, CRC-P or post-CRC entity. Nominations are assessed by a panel of eminent judges appointed by the CRA Board.

AccelerateHER Workshop | Perth | 2024
2024-06-15 09:00 - 16:00 | 45 St Georges Tce, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, 6000, Australia
Got a business or entrepreneurial idea you’ve always wanted to bring to life?
The AccelerateHER workshop is here to help. The Accelerator for Enterprising Women has partnered with Spacecubed to bring you a full day of masterclasses, led by an experienced team who have done it all before. With over 10 years of experience, Spacecubed empowers changemakers and entrepreneurs through our Flexible Workspaces, Programs, and Vibrant Community, acting as the epicentre for innovation across Australia.
The day will be led by incredible female cofounder Jasmin Ward. Jasmin is a cofounder of Cribber, a startup that’s digitising worksite communication and has worked with global companies such as Woodside, Maersk and Subsea 7. She has a passion for innovation and technology and has been heavily involved in the startup ecosystem in Perth and now London. She’s been involved in hackathons, accelerators, featured in Vogue Australia and was Entrepreneur in Residence at Woodside. She has also worked in venture capital investing with a focus on innovative education companies with a mission to transform how the world learns.
Jasmin started her career in risk consulting at PwC where she helped advise some of the largest resource companies in the world. She studied finance at UWA and continued her Masters at Copenhagen Business School, which inspired her to transition her career from consulting to technology. She is a graduate of Australia’s leading accelerator program muru-D, and the Founder Institute, an accelerator program based in Silicon Valley.
Over the course of the day, you’ll get to dive right in and put pen to paper – in the area (or areas!) you need the most support. Our experienced facilitators will point you in the right direction with practical tools and advice. The day will cover:

Defining and validating your unique selling proposition
Financial modelling
Go to market strategy
Understanding target audiences
Pitch preparation
Plus everything you need to enter the Kickstarter Challenge for your chance to share in $60,000 in equity-free funding.

We’ll also make sure you have plenty of opportunity to connect with those in the room so you can build your local tribe – for support, accountability, and maybe even some unexpected collabs.
For more information head to https://enterprisingme.com.au/.

“Future WA” – science & research leading WA to future industries & tech
2024-06-15 09:00 - 17:00 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
RSWA’s 1st Symposium for 2024 focusses on space/radio astronomy, super/quantum computing and opportunities in WA’s unique flora & landscape.

This first Symposium for 2024 is Part 1 in a series that showcases current WA science and research that can lead to future WA technology & industry diversification, building on our state’s unique advantages – it is an opportunity to hear first-hand about research being done right here in WA that could lead to exciting futures for Western Australians in an ever-changing world.
‘Part 1’ will focus on space and radio astronomy, super and quantum computing and the future opportunities offered by WA’s unique flora & landscape – and finish with a deep look at who our future WA scientists and researchers could be.

Program

– 9am Welcome to Country; Opening: Caitlin Collins MLA (Member for Hillarys, representing the Minister for Innovation, Hon Simon Dawson MLC)
Vivienne Hansen – ‘Indigenous Noongar knowledge on bush food and medicine in the future of WA’
Prof. Simon Ellingsen (Executive Director, International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research) – ‘WA – a State Thriving in the Space Age
Prof. Cathryn Trott (Deputy Director, ARC Centre of Excellence for All Sky Astrophysics in 3D, ICRAR Curtin) – ‘The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) and what it means for humanity’s future understanding of our Universe’ (Dr Sarah Pearce (SKA Low Telescope Director, SKA Observatory) will also be in attendance).
– 11am morning tea –
Prof. Phil Bland (Curtin University School of Earth and Planetary Sciences) – ‘Advanced spacecraft platforms supporting future WA missions’
Assoc. Prof. Sascha Schediwy (ICRAR, UWA) – ‘TeraNet: Developing the next-generation of laser-powered, space communication networks in Western Australia’
– 12.30pm lunch –
Mark Stickells AM (Pawsey Supercomputing Centre) – ‘Accelerating Scientific Discovery through Advanced Computing (HPC to Quantum)’
Prof. Jingbo Wang (Director, Centre for Quantum Information, Simulation and Algorithm, UWA) – ‘The era of quantum computing is coming – and here are the opportunities for WA’
Prof. Harvey Millar (ARC Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space and International Space Centre, UWA) – ‘Developing a role for WA plant & agricultural sciences in Moon to Mars space exploration 2025-2050′
– 3pm afternoon tea
Digby Growns (Senior Plant Breeder, Kings Park & Botanic Garden) – ‘Developing WA’s native flora – resilient plants and resilient landscapes’ [Kings Park’s ‘plant breeding for export’]
Malcolm French (Eucalypts WA) – ‘Eucalypts – Enhancing Perth’s & the Regions tree canopy, and new discoveries’
Dr Kathryn Ross (Founder of IncludeHer) – ‘Balancing the equation: The importance of gender analysis in a future of scientific innovation’

DEADLINE: ADSTAR 2024 Call for Submissions
2024-06-17 08:00 - 09:00 | online
Australia’s Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) is calling for abstract submissions exploring disruptive technologies that would contribute to the defence of Australia by giving the country an edge over any better-resourced larger enemy.
DSTG wants to hear from universities, research institutions, and research and development departments from business and industry in diverse disciplines including cyber security, computer science, robotics, engineering, communications and networking, and the physical sciences.
DSTG technical committees will review and select from the submissions to develop the speaker program for ADSTAR 2024. ADSTAR is the primary knowledge-sharing forum for the nation’s top minds in dual-use innovation, disruptive technology and asymmetric defence capabilities to gather with their international counterparts and industry peers.
DSTG is exploring the art of the possible in research and innovation: emerging technologies with the potential to deliver an asymmetric advantage – to circumvent an opponent’s strengths and deliver an element of surprise that is difficult to counter via conventional means.
The theme of ADSTAR 2024 is Accelerating development of asymmetric capabilities for Defence. The summit will be held against a backdrop of economic uncertainty and regional instability, in which the nature of warfare has changed and Defence priorities are changing with it.
The technical review committees welcome submissions on disruptive technologies across a spectrum of capability readiness from concept development to mature demonstrations of prototypes, particularly as they relate to six key fields: trusted autonomy, quantum, information warfare, long-range fires, hypersonics, and directed energy.

Future of Mining
2024-06-17 08:00 - 2024-06-18 17:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The mining industry is facing pressure: pressure to be more efficient, pressure to deliver more minerals for the energy transition, and pressure to do that in a more sustainable way.
How are you making sure that your business is keeping up?
Join us at the Future of Mining Perth to learn, challenge and debate with region’s pioneering innovators to address new solutions and shape a bullet-proof strategy that hits your operational goals.
Key Topics:

Technology Revolution
Sustainability and ESG Practices
Renewable-Energy Integration
Circular Economy and Recycling
Community Engagement and Social Inclusion
Responsible Mineral Supply Chains
Regulatory and Policy Landscape
Investing in Innovation

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS FOR MEDICAL DEVICES
2024-06-17 08:00 - 2024-06-20 17:00 | QT Perth, 133 Murray Street, PERTH, WA, 6000, Australia
This course is for Perth-based Medical Device, MedTech and HealthTech organisations planning to provide medical devices and related services that consistently meet customer and applicable regulatory requirements of ISO 13485. Your organisation may be involved in one or more stages of the life-cycle such as design and development, production, storage and distribution, installation, or servicing of a medical device and design and development or provision of associated activities (e.g. technical support). ISO 13485 can also be used by suppliers that provide product and/or services to such organisations.
Participants will gain knowledge and learn process steps to facilitate the implementation of an effective QMS aligned with or certified to ISO 13486:2016. Applying ISO 13485 helps ensure that customers get consistent, good-quality products and services, which in turn brings many business benefits and commercial success.
Participants
This course is open to anyone interested in learning more about the application of ISO 13485:2016 requirements and benefits of a quality management system for medical devices. You may be a subject matter expert, researcher, start-up, supplier or a graduate with interest.

Online Business Model Support
2024-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | online
Would you like some written feedback on how your small business makes money, who your customers are and how you deliver value to them? Or, if you are only at the early idea stage for a potential business, are you looking for written feedback on potential customers and how you could make money?
Through the Australian Government’s Entrepreneurship Facilitator Program, Innovation Cluster are excited to share our new free online business model canvas template that anyone can complete in their own time and submit to us for feedback!
All you have to do is complete as much of the one-page template as you can by yourself, or make notes and ask us questions within each section if you aren’t sure what to write. Click submit and we will review and send you some written guidance on new ways to grow your business, attract customers and increase profitability!

Morning Startup Presentation
2024-06-19 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

Unlocking Your Global Opportunities – Export Readiness Program
2024-06-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Australian Industry Group, 3/85 South Perth Esplanade, South Perth, WA, 6151
If you are looking to export or have just started engaging in international trade, this program will give you the confidence and know-how

Exporting to international markets is often more complex than selling locally or even regionally. You must comply with international trade regulations, meet international product standards, and manage your exports effectively through careful planning.
If you are looking to export or have just started engaging in international trade, this program will give you the confidence and know-how to navigate your cross-border trade.
Ai Group Export Readiness Program aims to prepare businesses for successful international expansion. Participants will gain practical knowledge and skills to engage in international trade.

How will you learn?
The Export Readiness Program will be held as training workshops and will include a mix of interactive discussions and provided learning materials. As an interactive training course, these workshops will not be recorded, and you will have to commit to attending to learn.
These FREE workshops will be held in-person at your local Ai Group Office or ONLINE for a duration of up to 3 hours. Upon completion of the workshop, you can engage Ai Group Specialists to develop and progress your export strategy or discuss your next steps on a fee for service basis.

What will you learn?
Each workshop provides you with the opportunity to interact and network with other businesses, share experiences, and discuss ways to overcome export challenges you may be experiencing.
In the Export Readiness Workshop, you will learn about:
1. Introduction to Exporting

Benefits & challenges of export and identifying areas for improvement.
The export processes and importance of planning

2. Export Market Research and Analysis

Conducting market research, identifying export opportunities, and analysing market trends
Learn to leverage Australia’s Free Trade Agreements

3. Export Legal and Regulatory Considerations

Navigating export regulations, licenses, and permits.
Protecting Intellectual property rights

4. Product Adaptation and Localisation:

Adapting products or services for foreign markets.
Cultural considerations and localization of marketing materials.

5. Logistics and Supply Chain Management:

Shipping methods and freight forwarding
Incoterms and their implications
Dealing with export documentation

6. International Marketing and Promotion:

The importance of an export marketing strategy.
Utilizing digital marketing, social media, and trade shows.
Building relationships with distributors, agents, and partners

7. Risk Management & Mitigation:

Identifying and managing export risks
Strategies for minimizing risks.
Next steps in exporting

These export readiness workshops are recommended for those new to exports, goods producers or manufacturers, and other small businesses looking to take the next step in their international trade journey.

IICA Perth Technology Expo 2024
2024-06-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000
Come find out about the latest cutting-edge innovations and technologies in the instrumentation, control & automation industry.

Bringing together leaders in technological excellence, all under one roof at the IICA Expo, where innovation converges with expertise to shape the future of Automation, Instrumentation, and Process Control in the next industrial revolution.
What to Expect:
1. Exploration of Technological Advancements: Immerse yourself in the latest breakthroughs presented by industry leaders at the forefront of technological innovation.
2. Networking Opportunities: Connect with vast range of companies gathered under one roof, fostering meaningful connections with leading solution providers from across Australia.
3. Exposure to Driving Technological Innovation: Gain firsthand insight into the companies propelling the evolution of Industry 4.0, providing you with a unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of technological advancements for smart plant operations.
4. Diverse Product Showcase: Experience a vast array of products catering to diverse needs, ensuring that you encounter a comprehensive spectrum of solutions in Automation, Instrumentation, and Control in both software and hardware.
5. Industry Insights: Stay updated on the latest trends through informative presentations that provide a deeper understanding of the current landscape and future prospects.
Join us at the IICA Expo for an experience that promises to redefine the boundaries of technological excellence for smart factory performance.

Webinar: Cultural Licence to Operate in the Blue Economy
2024-06-19 14:00 - 15:00 | online
Flipping the script for Industry to consider the competitive advantage of working directly alongside First Nations through changing the formula of corporate responsibility in a more legitimised and objective way.
Unlocking the Blue Economy through an inclusive and equitable approach does not happen by chance. As governments, investors, rightsholders and stakeholders look to the sea as the next economic frontier, there is a renewed focus on ensuring a balanced approach to developing and managing ocean resources through cross-disciplinary engagement.
The presentation and video will explore outcomes from a trans-Tasman scoping project funded to build a Cultural Licence to Operate framework that helps to create the ecosystem for an ethical, equitable, dynamic, and responsive system in which negotiations are customised at place. This Indigenous-led study set out to strengthen the guiding tracks and transparency for shifting out from a transactional way to engage with First Nations through “keeping up an appearance” to building and maintaining a relational way of maximising co-benefits.

WA MTP Sector Spotlight featuring NovaCina
2024-06-19 16:30 - 17:30 | The Hub, Bentley Technology Park, 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley, WA, Australia
We invite you to a fireside chat with Brett Alderson, President of NovaCina and COO of Bridgewest Perth Pharma at our next Spotlight event.

Our monthly event series is an opportunity for representatives from across the MTP sector to connect, collaborate and learn about upcoming opportunities, and hear the stories and successes of WA organisations developing health and medical innovations. Join us for networking and conversation over light refreshments afterwards.
At this Spotlight, you can find out more about NovaCina’s journey to becoming a CDMO in Perth, the strategic visions of the globally operating Bridgewest Group, and the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing in Western Australia.
+PLUS! Sign up for a tour of the NovaCina facilities before the Spotlight! Details below.
Details
Wednesday 19 June 2024, from 5:30pm-7:30pm AWST
Seminar Room, The Hub, 2 Brodie-Hall Drive, Bentley
About NovaCina
NovaCina is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) based in Bentley offering premium sterile liquid pharmaceutical contract manufacturing services. The team has expertise spanning early-stage drug development, full-scale manufacturing, and advanced analytical studies.
NovaCina is owned by the Bridgewest Group, an investment company with a passion for innovation in technology and life sciences. For over 20 years, the Bridgewest Group has developed businesses with innovative solutions that improve the lives of patients and advance the field of medicine.
NovaCina’s facility has been in continuous operation for over thirty years, with NovaCina taking over the site from Pfizer in 2023.
About our speaker
Brett Alderson – President of NovaCina and COO of Bridgewest Perth Pharma
Brett Alderson is a seasoned veteran in the pharmaceutical industry predominantly working with the manufacturing of sterile injectables. Brett is a determined and thoughtful leader adept at driving business success and leading through change. He is a champion for customers, instilling a customer-centric culture with transparency and helpfulness. He enjoys mentoring and nurturing a diverse workforce with a clear imperative of open and honest communication. Brett has a reputation as an energetic problem solver, acting with integrity and care, and always encourages solutions for a brighter tomorrow by empowering people.
Brett’s career includes more than 25 years at Pfizer (Perth) Pty Ltd., including 5 years as Site Lead. Where he oversaw a 400-member team and the production of sterile injectable medicines for local and global markets.
Brett has a bachelor’s degree in applied science in Chemistry from Curtin University.

WASMA MineChat – June
2024-06-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room, 72 Outram Street, West Perth, WA, 6005
Join us for our June MineChat!
Following the success of our first MineChat earlier in the year, we are thrilled to be hosting our next MineChat!
WASMA members and friends are invited to join us for a relaxed evening of networking, where you can reconnect and stay updated on the latest developments in the resources sector. We will supply a few drinks and nibbles, all we ask is that you provide the lively conversation!
Registrations are essential, with only a limited number of tickets available.
This event is free for WASMA members and WASM students.
A big thank you to our event sponsor Galt Mining Solutions

The Power Shift: Transitioning Farm Communities to Renewables
2024-06-20 09:00 - 17:00 | West Coast Eagnles at Mineral Resources Park, 42 Bishopsgate Street, Lathlain, WA, 6100
The energy transition, and how it impacts farms, agriculture and our communities.

The agricultural sector needs to recognise the opportunities in renewables and manage the risks and challenges. To do this, we must be well informed and armed with knowledge of what is already happening and what lies ahead.
Supported by Western Power and Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, AgZero 2030 is bringing together a range of quality speakers to cover all topics of the energy transition and how it impacts farms, agriculture and our communities.
The day will finish with a Sundowner.
See the agenda for a full list of speakers and topics.

Australia’s AI Sprint Demo Day and Award Ceremony Livestream
2024-06-20 13:15 - 17:00 | online
Join us as Australia’s brightest AI entrepreneurs unveil their solutions to our nation’s biggest challenges.
Australia’s AI Sprint program propels promising AI concepts from startups into tangible prototypes.
The Demo Day and Award Ceremony is the culmination of this program.
This event will showcase the achievements of the top 10 Australian finalists, culminating in the announcement of the first, second, and third place winners.
These winners will receive research and development funding from a pool of $500,000 to work with leading Australian research institutes.
Australia’s AI Sprint is a collaboration between the National AI Centre (coordinated by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO), Australia’s largest innovation community Stone & Chalk, and Google Cloud.
Date: Thursday 20 June 2024
Time: 3:15pm – 4:45pm AEST
Location: Online via Zoom
Please register now to get access to the livestream. A link will be sent to you before the event.

Perth Angels: Angel Investing 101
2024-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Visagio Australia Boardroom, 9/45 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000
Join us for an exclusive Investing 101 training with financial expert and angel investor Greg Riebe!
Over the course of three engaging sessions, each spanning two hours, you’ll learn the fundamental principles of investing and gain valuable insights into maximising your investment returns.

– Session 1 | 06.06.24: What is an Angel Investor – Build your Investment Thesis
– Session 2 | 13.06.24: The Process, Deal Screening, and Valuing a Deal for Investment
– Session 3 | 20.06.24: Financial Accounting, Legal Agreements, and Tax Issues
These are in-person sessions.
This training is complimentary for Perth Angels members. You will receive a code to apply and get your tickets.
There are limited spots available for sale for non-members at $499,00
Feel free to contact us at manager@perthangels.com if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Perth Angels Management Team

FIPWA Community Accelerator Evening
2024-06-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia, 37 Dollyup Street, Stake Hill, Western Australia, 6181, Australia
Calling all food producers and farmers ! Join us for three captivating Community Evenings hosted by FIPWA, where innovation meets collaboration.
These events are not just gatherings; they’re dynamic platforms for learning, discussing, and forging connections that will shape the future of food production in our region. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting out, these evenings are an opportunity to share insights, exchange ideas, and establish a robust collective of food innovators. Together, we can cultivate a thriving community dedicated to sustainable agriculture and culinary excellence.
Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something truly transformative for the Peel Region’s food landscape. Join us, and let’s sow the seeds of innovation together!
Attending our Community Evenings promises an immersive experience . Each evening is curated with a unique blend of insightful discussions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities designed to inspire and empower. Moreover, seize the chance to participate in the coveted FIPWA Accelerator Program , an unparalleled opportunity for budding entrepreneurs to receive mentorship, resources, and guidance to scale their business . Be prepared to be enlightened by esteemed guest speakers at every gathering, sharing their invaluable expertise and industry insights. For those registering for all three events and enrolling in the Accelerator Program, an exclusive perk awaits—you’ll enjoy complimentary access and the chance to showcase your creations at the prestigious Food & Wine FIPWA event stall. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to accelerate your business to the next level!

Buying the Good Stuff: Creating a Marketplace for Social Enterprise
2024-06-20 18:00 - 21:00 | FORM Gallery, 4 Shenton Road, Claremont, WA, 6010
Increasingly, governments and organisations are leveraging their purchasing power for social good. This practice is known as social procurement and global spending has surged to around $14 trillion. It matters to consumers too – research shows that despite rising living costs, 61% of consumers will pay more to an ethical business that has a social impact.
In WA, some businesses are making significant strides in both economic growth and social impact, tackling issues such as homelessness, domestic violence, mental health and employment for marginalised individuals.
Join us on Thursday, June 20, from 6pm-9pm for our event Buying the Good Stuff: Creating a Marketplace for Social Enterprise, where WASEC will showcase businesses making a positive impact. We’ll explore what’s needed to make ethical purchasing mainstream to create a thriving marketplace for social entrepreneurs in Western Australia.
The evening will be chaired by journalist Emma Young from WAToday. Emma has covered the social impact space extensively throughout her career and donates half of the royalties from her latest book to the environmental think tank, Beyond Zero Emissions.
Speakers:

Franco Randazzo, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Loop Upcycling
Frank Mitchell, Director, Kardan Construction
Bronwyn Bate, CEO and Founder, Mettle Women Inc.
Anthony MacShane, Founder, Reboot Australia
Andrew Davy, Assistant Director, Social Procurement & Sector Capability, WA Government
Ben Kent, Senior Manager of Community Impact and Engagement, RAC

Ticket includes:

A welcome drink courtesy of Spinifex Brewing Co., supporting Veteran and Indigenous communities with native-infused brews
Light snacks from Gather Foods, an award-winning First Nations catering company offering mentorship to Aboriginal youth
A chance to explore “Metamorphoses,” an exhibition showcasing artists from Western Australia’s south, emphasising connections to nature

FORM Gallery and Cafe occupies one of Western Australia’s oldest surviving railway buildings, built in 1886 as a goods shed for the railway line. It’s now a not-for-profit cultural community hub promoting WA artists and developing creativity across the state. Among others, it is involved in the Silo Trail and brought Thomas Dambo’s Giants of Mandurah to WA.
Getting there The event location is at Claremont train station plus, there is plenty of free parking outside the gallery and across the road.

Finding Your Why | Workshop
2024-06-20 18:00 - 21:00 | The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth, WA 6000 Australia, Perth, Australia, 6000, Indonesia
Forget slogans and mission statements for a moment, the essential first step in leading a truly change-making organisation is understanding how your innermost authentic motives create a win-win for you and the world.”

What is the True Purpose of your enterprise?
Not just its vision, or values, or 3-year horizon plan.
What is the authentic motive deep down inside you that is going to bring genuine value into the world, as opposed to merely removing value (the veiled ambition that the general public fear is the modus operandi of most modern organisations)?
If you can’t answer that in a short sharp sentence you may not be fully equipped to lead a purposeful enterprise in the 21st century.

In this workshop Mike Edmonds will:

Instruct you on the principles of organisational purpose and show you how to surface your own.
Guide you through the process of enunciating that purpose powerfully, writing a short Purpose Manifesto and then seeing how that narrative might impact the behaviour of your organisation.
Share real-world case studies from his own body of work in both commercial and social enterprises.
Follow-up with any participant via email or Facetime as you take your newly-enunciated purpose out into the world.

Suited to:

Business owners and startup entrepreneurs who may have a general understanding of the concept of purpose but have no clear enunciation of their own, or a full appreciation of how Purpose can help them be more competitive.
Founders/Leaders of charities, social enterprises and not-for-profits who feel their purpose is quite obvious but are exasperated by a lack of traction in achieving it.
Leaders/Dept Heads of corporations or Govt departments who have a sense of purpose but are frustrated by not being able to enunciate it clearly, or using it to unite staff around a common goal

DEADLINE: Abstract Submissions for International Conference on Ocean Energy
2024-06-21 08:00 - 09:00 | online
Abstract submissions for ICOE 2024 have been extended due to overwhelming interest.
ICOE 2024 is your ultimate platform to explore the latest advancements in ocean energy. From market trends to technical breakthroughs and environmental impacts, this conference covers it all.
Abstracts are under review, and our program is nearing completion. We encourage you to submit your abstract promptly to ensure inclusion in this groundbreaking event.
We’re also thrilled to announce an extension for full paper submissions until June 21, 2024.
Don’t miss out – submit your abstract now!

SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT

The WAPOL x WADSIH Hackathon Weekend 2024
2024-06-22 09:00 - 2024-06-23 16:00 | SPACECUBED, 45 St George Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Sat, 22 June 2024 9:00 AM – Sun, 23 June 2024 4:00 PM AWST
Spacecubed, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth CBD 6000

Are you an innovator, developer, team player, designer or start-up? Are you keen to help West Australians stay safe by applying Generative AI technologies?
The WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) is proud to partner with Western Australia Police Force (WAPOL) to invite you to attend the WADSIH x WAPOL Hackathon 2024.
This June, Hackathon participants will be asked to provide solutions to six Challenges that will help WA Police keep West Australians safe. These challenges have been uniquely selected as they provide an inspiring launch pad for keen technologists to explore how Generative AI technologies like Chat GPT, Whisper and Dall-E could be used to improve the safety of West Australians.
With a $10k prize pool up for grabs this is the perfect space for students and developers to learn how Generative AI technologies can be combined for impactful results. All skills are welcome!
Venue: All Hackathon event components will be held at Spacecubed, Perth CBD.
Hackathon Launch: details to come
Hackathon Weekend (including Pitch Event) Saturday 22nd + Sunday 23rd June, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Catering will be provided.
Register now as a Participant:
$20 for general admission participant tickets
$10 for student participant tickets (university proof of attendance required)
Registrations close Wednesday 19th June 2024.

DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow – Clean Energy
2024-06-23 08:00 - 09:00 | online
Innovate to Grow is a free 10-week virtual, self-paced learning program for small-to medium-sized enterprises working on innovative technologies or solutions in the clean energy sector in Australia.
This program will assist you in:

Refining your innovation idea and learning how to transform it into an R&D opportunity.
Accessing tools and information for a comprehensive understanding of R&D collaboration and key considerations at each step.
Applying this knowledge to advance your technology or R&D concept.
Gaining industry insights from experts, researchers and your mentor.
Collaborating with like-minded SMEs and expanding your professional network.

“The program was very practical and hands on. Tony was an excellent steward and the mentor provided excellent advice and connected me with potential research partners.”
— Fionna Millikan, Green Gravity

DEADLINE: Zayed Sustainability Prize
2024-06-23 09:00 - 10:00 | online
For organisations that have demonstrated innovative, impactful and inspirational sustainability solutions for one of the 6 categories: Health, Food, Energy, Water, Climate Action and Global High Schools.
Interested applicants should submit using the online submissions’ portal. This can also be accessed through
the homepage of the Zayed Sustainability Prize website. There are no fees to be paid as part of the submissions process.
The total prize fund is US $5.9 million, distributed as follows:
• Health US $1,000,000
• Food US $1,000,000
• Energy US $1,000,000
• Water US $1,000,000
• Climate Action US $1,000,000
• Global High Schools* US $900,000
The 2023 Zayed Sustainability Prize opened for submissions on 20 December 2023 and will remain open
until 23 June 2024. Submissions will not be accepted outside of the submissions period.

DEADLINE: Clean Energy Future Fund
2024-06-24 08:00 - 10:00 | online
The Clean Energy Future Fund supports the implementation of innovative clean energy projects in Western Australia that offer high public value through the following outcomes:

significant, cost-effective reduction in greenhouse gas emissions below projected (or baseline) emissions as a direct result of the clean energy project
design, deployment, testing or demonstration of innovative clean energy projects likely to deliver community benefits or lead to broad adoption and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

As part of the Sectoral emissions reduction strategy released in December 2023, the State Government is investing an additional $18 million to 2030‒31 ($11.2 million to 2026‒27) to expand the Clean Energy Future Fund, to support trials and implementation of new technologies necessary for Western Australia’s net zero transition.
The Clean Energy Future Fund was first launched in 2020 and is administered by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation with support from Energy Policy WA.
