Events
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World Renewable Energy Congress Lecture: Renewables Will Save The Planet: How?
Murdoch UniversityJoin Professor Peter Newman for this WREC 2026 public lecture exploring the global and local impacts of our transition to renewable energy We open the 2026 World Renewable Energy Congress […]
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Webinar: The Smart Processing Mine
onlineJoin Austmine on Monday 9 February as we continue the series with The Smart Processing Mine. Learn how AI, automation, and digital solutions are helping miners maximise yield and optimise plant performance in this session. Monday 9 February 2026 | 11:00AM AWST
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Spacecubed Breakfast Club, February 2026
Flux 191 St Georges Tce, Perth, WA, AustraliaStart your year with great coffee, meaningful conversations and new connections at our first Spacecubed Breakfast Club for 2026 - Valentines Day edition! Join on Tuesday 10 February at FLUX, powered by Spacecubed, for a relaxed morning catch-up bringing together founders, freelancers, operators and teams from across our community. Whether you’re reconnecting after the break […]
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WiTWA 101 Networking Event
Market Grounds 10 Telethon Avenue, Perth, WAJoin for an evening of connection, collaboration, and community to kick off WiTWA’s 2026 events calendar. This is your chance to be part of an inspiring and welcoming community, where […]
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Our Ocean, Our Future: A Conversation with Mr Peter Thomson, United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean
The University Club of WA Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, AustraliaThe UWA Oceans Institute is pleased to welcome Mr Peter Thomson, United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, for a public address on the 'Oceans health and what we […]
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2026 Perth Biodesign Flagship Program Info Session
onlineThinking about applying for the Perth Biodesign 2026 Flagship program? Wondering if it's right for you? You'll learn all about the program structure, what's involved, how past cohorts went, tips […]
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Society for Underwater Technology February ETM
Parmelia Hilton 14 Mill Street, Perth, WAFebruary ETM - Data and Visual Analytics in Subsea Asset Management This evening will focus on the following three topics: Subsea Inspection Supported by AI Driven Computer Vision Data and […]
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Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar 2026
Fraser's Kings Park 60 Fraser Avenue, Perth, WA, AustraliaJoin CSIRO's annual Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration seminar (DIME) for Australia's minerals industry. Showcasing the latest scientific and technological advances in mineral exploration and ore deposits understanding, hear how innovative R&D is redefining how we discover and develop Australia's resources.
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DEADLINE: LaunchLAB AI
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorLaunchLAB is a 10 week program designed to accelerate the launch of AI-driven startups. With hands-on mentoring, cutting-edge workshops, and real-world applications, we empower participants to transform ambitious ideas into […]
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DEADLINE: 2026 GRX Industry Awards
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipThe GRX Industry Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership across the resources and mining sectors. Recognising organisations and individuals driving meaningful impact, these prestigious awards highlight individuals and organisations leading the way in the resources industry, celebrating innovation, impactful solutions, and success.
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DEADLINE: SOUTHSTART 2026 Sponsorships
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipThis opportunity is open to both founders and ecosystem leaders who are actively contributing to WA’s innovation and entrepreneurship landscape. Meshpoints are interested to hear from individuals and organisations working in: Innovation and entrepreneurship support Community and ecosystem building Impact, policy or research Investment and capital access Regional and place-based innovation Applications from regional WA, […]
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DEADLINE: Startmate Launch Club
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorValidate your idea, gain early traction and learn to pitch your startup Launch Club will help you move faster than you ever thought was possible. From Day 1, you'll be driven by customer obsession, surrounded by mentors and have access to resources every founder dreams of. It gives you the momentum, connections, and guidance you […]
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DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow: Farm and Food Technology
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorInnovate to Grow is a free 8-week online, self-paced learning program for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on innovative ideas in farm and food technology. This program will assist […]
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GRDC Grains Research Update – Perth
Optus Stadium 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Western Australia, AustraliaA two-day program showcasing the latest research, technology, market development and innovations to improve the productivity and profitability of the WA grains industry. The 2026 Perth Update will be held […]
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Business News 2026 Leaders Summit
The Westin 4480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaBuilding on the success of our renowned Business News Success and Leadership series, the Leaders Summit is designed for senior executives, entrepreneurs, and prominent decision-makers. This premier event will explore the critical challenges, emerging trends, and new opportunities shaping Western Australia’s business landscape. Running as a half-day event, the summit begins with breakfast, followed by […]
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Innovative engineering in practice across health and energy
Engineers Australia 77 St Georges Terrace, PerthThis full-day event showcases how innovative engineering is being applied across diverse sectors, from healthcare and advanced manufacturing to energy infrastructure. The morning sessions focus on bioengineering, highlighting the critical […]
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METS Space Cluster
onlineJoin Austmine and AROSE for the next meeting of the METS Space Cluster Tuesday 17 Feb 2026 | 1pm - 2pm AEDT This Cluster brings together professionals from Space/ METS and Mining to connect, share knowledge and insights and identify pathways for future collaboration.
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“Solving the wicked problem of the gap from research to translation”- Dr. Noel Chambers, CEO, National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation
QEII Medical Centre Verdun Street, Nedlands, WALearn about NFMRI’s strategy, grants and processes. With a focus on supporting translation across the ‘valley of death’, NFMRI CEO, Dr. Noel Chambers will explain how research applicants can increase […]
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Emergence 2026: Life Science Sydney Investor Day [online]
onlineLife Sciences & MedTech Investor Focus Day 1 is designed exclusively for investors seeking access to the next wave of medical technologies, biotechnologies, and pharmaceuticals that are shaping global healthcare. […]
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DEADLINE: Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Program
Apply onlineDEADLINE: FundingWomen in STEM and Entrepreneurship grants encourage participation of girls and women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics leading to STEM education and careers. What do you get? Grants between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship. Who is this for? Australian businesses, publicly funded research organisations, […]
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DEADLINE: iPREP 2026 Round 1 – Student EOIs
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorGain hands-on experience in an industry setting, giving you the ability to apply theory and skills to thrive in a practical research environment. Benefits: An industry placement working in a team on a defined project A scholarship package (subject to university approval and eligibility conditions) Weekly mentoring tailored to project and team specifics Weekly training […]
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National Industry PhD Information Session
Curtin CBD Precinct 137 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaCurtin University is hosting a National Industry PhD Information Session for industry partners, researchers and organisations interested in innovation, R&D and workforce development. The National Industry PhD Program brings universities and businesses together to co-design research that tackles real-world challenges, embeds PhD candidates across both environments, and translates research into practical outcomes. The session will […]
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Aeroecology: challenges, opportunities and its societal relevance
Murdoch UniversityUniversity of Amsterdam Professor Judy Shamoun-Baranes shares insights from her study of Aeoecology and its relevance in society. The first event as part of the Murdoch University HBI Visiting Scholar […]
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Emergence 2026 Investment Conference [online]
onlineEmergence is a flagship annual conference, bringing together the largest gathering of investors and high-growth companies, exploring impactful themes that resonate with investors, Family Offices, Fund Managers and growth-oriented companies. In 2026, Emergence events will unite over 2,000 high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors from across the ASEAN and UK regions, all seeking access […]
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Fields & Fortunes- Regional Business Forum 2026
Gnowangerup Sporting Complex Gnowangerup, WAThe Fields and Fortunes Regional Business Forum 2026 is a one-day event bringing together business owners, leaders, innovators and changemakers from across the Great Southern to connect, learn and explore how technology is shaping the next chapter of regional business. With a strong focus on practical innovation, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, this forum is […]
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WA RNA Salon Seminar & Networking Event
Bayliss Building, UWA 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley, Western Australia, AustraliaJoin for the first Seminar & networking event for 2026. Guest speaker, Dr Selene Fernandez Valverde joins from Sydney. Dr Fernandez is a genomic scientist and bioinformatician at the UNSW […]
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Perth Landing Pad: Virtual Information Session
onlineThe Perth Landing Pad program is open year-round to companies from around the world, including startups, established businesses, SMEs and scale-ups. It is well suited to high-growth companies looking to expand into the APAC region, as well as SMEs seeking to enter and grow within the Australian market. In this online information session we will […]
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CORE Connect – February
Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, AustraliaBuild It or Kill It is a CORE Connect event designed to help founders, operators and industry partners sense-check real ideas before investing more time, money or energy. A small number of participants will put forward an idea they are genuinely unsure about, and the room will work through it together — pressure-testing assumptions from […]
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Seminar #1: The “stupid” decisions guaranteed to kill your startup
onlineJoin us for this brutally honest, highly practical webinar built around real world case studies of founders who did everything they thought was right… and still walked away with scars, sunk costs, and very expensive lessons. This is your chance to learn from their stories so you don’t repeat the same errors. Guess what? You’re […]
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What Investors Want: Capital Raising in 2026
onlineWhat are investors looking for in 2026? The bar for capital raising has never been higher. With greater competition, and AI making timelines from MVP to market much faster, the funding landscape for 2026 looks very different from even a few years ago. For funding, this means increased selectivity, heightened due diligence and a focus on clear pathways to revenue, adding new pressure for founders. So what do founders need to know? And what do investors really want? Join us online this […]
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