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  • AARP Open Day with City of Wanneroo

    Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct Pederick Rd, Neerabup, WA

    Save the date for our first Open Day of 2024! In partnership with the City of Wanneroo, we are pleased to invite you to Open Day, your opportunity to tour the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP). The AARP is a dynamic, collaborative, accessible and global robotics and automation precinct with the largest test beds in Australia, and supported by a… Continue reading AARP Open Day with City of Wanneroo

    2024 Perth Research Bazaar (ResBaz)

    Curtin University Library Dumas Rd, Bentley, WA

    The 2024 Perth Research Bazaar will equip researchers with the AI skills to perform cutting-edge research in the 21st century! RESBAZ FOCUSES ON EMPOWERING RESEARCHERS TO HELP THEMSELVES WHO SHOULD ATTEND RESBAZ? Researchers at all levels and from all disciplines, research technologists and higher degree by research students are especially encouraged to attend ResBaz. PROGRAM… Continue reading 2024 Perth Research Bazaar (ResBaz)

    Community Grants Info Session

    Riverton Library 67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA

    Join us for an in-person Information Session on February 7, 2024, at 5:30 PM to learn about City of Canning community grant opportunities! Join us to learn some tips on navigating the application process for City of Canning community grant opportunities. The community grants program is open for projects and initiatives occurring within the City… Continue reading Community Grants Info Session

    Investor and Founder Meetup

    Parmelia Hilton 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA

    Join us in Perth for the Wholesale Investor & Founder Meetup, part of an exciting series across Melbourne, Auckland, Sydney, and Brisbane. This event is a unique opportunity to network and engage in discussions about the latest investment trends and technology innovations. The evening will focus on the dynamic interplay between bullish market sentiments in… Continue reading Investor and Founder Meetup

    ARIIAxMDPP – Incubating new ideas for technology to transform aged care

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Information session: Learn more about the ARIIAxMDPP Ideas Incubator program with Q&A The ARIIA x MDPP Ideas Incubator Program aims to support early-stage product or technology innovation ideas to be developed for Aged Care. ARIIA and the Medical Device Partnering Program (MDPP) are excited to collaborate on this initiative. The MDPP has been supporting the development of… Continue reading ARIIAxMDPP – Incubating new ideas for technology to transform aged care

    free

    Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar

    Frazers State Reception Centre 60 Fraser Ave, West Perth, Select a State:, Australia

    The Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) seminar is CSIRO Mineral Resources annual industry-focussed event. This seminar provides updates on new and innovative disruptive technologies that are aimed at more cost-effective mineral discovery rates and better ore body delineation, which are environmentally sustainable and benefit the Australian economy and future needs. The event is an opportunity… Continue reading Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar

    CRC Round 25 Information Session

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Learn about how to apply for a CRC, what makes a competitive application and hear first-hand experience from CRC participants. Cooperative Research Australia is pleased to deliver an information session on Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) in collaboration with the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources. Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants are part of the CRC… Continue reading CRC Round 25 Information Session

    South West Pop-Up Advisory Board Event

    The SET 1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, Western Australia, Australia

    Have you thought about getting some independent strategic advice for your business but don’t know where to start? What are three questions you could ask a panel of strategic advisors that might give your business a boost? Innovation Cluster in partnership with Strategic Intent Consulting is calling for expressions of interest from business owners in… Continue reading South West Pop-Up Advisory Board Event

    Spotlight on commercialising medtech; a US and Australian perspective

    The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI) Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, Australia

    Do you want to know what it takes to take novel medtech to market? The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub invites you to our next WA MTP Sector Spotlight Series event, a fireside chat focused on medtech commercialisation with Jill Anderson (OncoRes Medical Non-Executive Director) sharing her experiences in the US and Dr Kath Giles… Continue reading Spotlight on commercialising medtech; a US and Australian perspective

    DEADLINE: AEA Seed Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    AEA Seed is a pilot program running ahead of the full implementation of the AEA and is supporting proof-of-concept projects (Technology Readiness Level 3 to 5). Grants between $50,000 and $500,000 are available to confirm proof‑of‑concept on research ideas pursuing a commercial and translational outcome. The grants are targeted to the experimental end of the… Continue reading DEADLINE: AEA Seed Program

    DEADLINE: IPrep Biodesign Course EOIs

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Completion of this form will provide access to application details of the recruited PhD student cohort and an invitation to the 1st stage induction, where each student will present a pitch. There is no obligation to continue with the program if applicants are not deemed a suitable fit for your project. iPREP Biodesign will handle… Continue reading DEADLINE: IPrep Biodesign Course EOIs

    CERI Entreprenurial Mindset Bootcamp

    The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI) Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, Australia

    CERI’s first program for 2024 is coming up on February 12-13 and we still have places available. If you are interested in commercialisation, innovation and startups, this is a great starting point! The bootcamp focuses on: • The entrepreneurial mindset and soft skills that assist researchers and founders on their journey. • Tools to quickly… Continue reading CERI Entreprenurial Mindset Bootcamp

    Event Series Online Business Model Support

    Online Business Model Support

    online Western Australia, Australia

    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… Continue reading Online Business Model Support

    Free

    National Hydrogen Industry Technical Masterclass – Perth

    Engineers Australia 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth

    A 3-day masterclass for current or aspiring hydrogen industry stakeholders on hydrogen electrolysis, compression, refueling, hydrogen process safety, and many more key topics, delivered by Australia’s leading hydrogen industry professionals. Registration through Eventbrite here  Register before the 31st of January and benefit from the Early Bird Pricing HSA members discount code available here A collaboration… Continue reading National Hydrogen Industry Technical Masterclass – Perth

    Event Series Angel Investing 101 Webinar Series

    Angel Investing 101 Webinar Series

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Interested in Angel (early stage) Investing but don't know where to start? Angel Investors are individuals* who wish to invest a portion of their wealth in emerging startup businesses. In addition to financial investment, many angel investors will bring industry or business knowledge to assist in the development of some of these early stage ventures through mentoring… Continue reading Angel Investing 101 Webinar Series

    Free

    Busselton Community Grants Expo

    City of Busselton 2 Southern Drive, Busselton, WA

    The City of Busselton invites you to the Community Grants Expo, a dynamic event connecting our community groups, sporting clubs and local not-for-profit organisations with funding providers and essential grant services. Engage with representatives from: Healthway Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries Rio Tinto Wicked Strategies Busselton Water Whitney Consulting And many more!… Continue reading Busselton Community Grants Expo

    free

    CSIRO: Sustainability Science Series

    online Western Australia, Australia

    How can we drive multiple sustainability outcomes simultaneously? Professor Andy Stirling and discussants Required shifts to a more sustainable society mean working on many fronts at once. This can be overwhelming. There are many potential drivers of change, just as there are many forms of incumbency and inertia that need to be overcome. This complexity… Continue reading CSIRO: Sustainability Science Series

    FREE

    Morning Startup – 19 lessons learned building a non-profit community from scratch

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    Discover the secrets to successful community building with Rahul Seth, founder of Perth's largest mental well-being support group, Activate Mental Health, and the 2023 WA Volunteer of the Year. In this talk, Rahul will share the critical lessons he learned in establishing a non-profit from the ground up, such as the nuances of volunteer management,… Continue reading Morning Startup – 19 lessons learned building a non-profit community from scratch

    IP Reach: Regional Series – IP Workshop

    222 Chester Pass Road Milpara, WA

    This interactive workshop provides insights into intellectual property (IP) for anyone wanting to develop knowledge and skills to identify, capture and use valuable knowledge/IP assets in their business

    IP Reach: Albany – Intellectual Property Workshop

    Albany Business Centre

    Interactive workshop for innovators in business and industry wishing to develop knowledge and skills to identify, capture and use valuable knowledge/IP assets in their business One-on-One IP clinics available after the workshop

    $25.00

    CSIRO: Human Rights and AI – a new impact assessment tool

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The National AI Centre is delighted to host the Australian Human Rights Commissioner, Lorraine Finlay, and Head of Privacy & Data Ethics for National Australia Bank, Jade Haar, in a discussion about a new tool to help organisations consider and measure the risk to human rights posed by AI systems. AI has the capabilities to… Continue reading CSIRO: Human Rights and AI – a new impact assessment tool

    FREE

    The Digital Health Evolution and Surviving Due Diligence with Lisa Suennen

    Wrays , Australia

    Join ANDHealth for the fourth instalment in the WA Connected Health Commercialisation Initiative Expert Workshop Series!   We are joined by special international guest Lisa Suennen, CEO, Venture Valkyrie, based in California, who will deliver a comprehensive workshop on surviving due diligence in digital health. Firstly, Lisa will step us through the evolution of digital health over the… Continue reading The Digital Health Evolution and Surviving Due Diligence with Lisa Suennen

    (re)Launching She Codes Australia

    Moana Hall 618 Hay Street, Perth, WA

    We're so excited to be re-launching She Codes Australia! She Codes has been on such an incredible journey over the last nine years of supporting women in tech Australia-wide. In its earliest days, She Codes started with a small committee and since then, it has grown beyond what we could have imagined. Spacecubed was a big… Continue reading (re)Launching She Codes Australia

    $25 – $40

    ACS WA CONVERSATION CIRCLES: SUPPORTING WOMEN IN TECH

    State Library of WA Level 4, 25 Francis Street, Perth, WA

    This is a women's in person event to be held in Perth, Western Australia. As reported in 2023's Australia’s Digital Pulse, approximately 30% of Australia’s technology professionals are women, with progress toward improving representation and equal participation of women in the workforce being glacially slow. Of the women currently employed in technology roles, many have… Continue reading ACS WA CONVERSATION CIRCLES: SUPPORTING WOMEN IN TECH

    DEADLINE: SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Invest and Trade Western Australia will be participating in SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program. SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 is one of Japan's largest global startup events with the aim of realising sustainable cities through open innovation together with startups, and is hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Invest and Trade Western Australia will sponsor 4… Continue reading DEADLINE: SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program

    West Tech Assemblage 2024

    Australian Institute of Management 76 Birkdale Street, Floreat, WA

    Join us at the West Tech Assemblage on February 16, 2024, in Perth, Australia, as we explore "Digital Citizenship: Navigating an Inclusive Future." This year, we are hosting a captivating half-day conference, held from 2 pm to 8 pm at the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) WA, Floreat, bringing together industry leaders and experts committed to advancing… Continue reading West Tech Assemblage 2024

    DEADLINE: CSIRO Digital Health & Medical Tech Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Limited spots available for CSIROS upcoming digital health and medical technology program! Important notes: Please ensure you can commit 2-3 hours per week and can attend the half-day workshop on Thursday 14 March 2024. Please ensure you meet the essential criteria and review our FAQs before submitting this application form. Essential criteria includes: An Australian… Continue reading DEADLINE: CSIRO Digital Health & Medical Tech Program

    DEADLINE: Survey Submissions – Phase 2 – 10 Year Science and Technology Plan

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Shape Western Australia's Scientific Future (Phase 2 survey) Help shape Western Australia's future in science and technology by participating in a survey open to science and tech professionals, contributing to Phase Two of the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation's 10 year science and techology plan. DEADLINE: 18 February 2024

    evokeAg South West Investor Tour

    Margaret River Region

    As part of the evokeAg conference being held in Perth, a tour to the southwest of WA will provide a unique opportunity to showcase talent to interstate and international investors. This tour will connect Agtech start-ups to investors, in an immersive tour of the beautiful Margaret River wine region. Tour Highlights Depart Perth 9am Sunday… Continue reading evokeAg South West Investor Tour

    $750

    DEADLINE: SOUTHSTART WA Scholarships

    online Western Australia, Australia

    This is an opportunity for Western Australians to attend the SOUTHSTART in Adelaide this March. _SOUTHSTART 2024 will gather courageous individuals with a burning curiosity, a passionate drive, and an unwavering tenacity to make a difference in the world. Over three days, participants will explore industry insights, engage in crucial earth discussions, and empower each… Continue reading DEADLINE: SOUTHSTART WA Scholarships