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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: ASTN-GSIC Pre-Accelerator Cohort #7
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) in partnership with Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) powered by Microsoft is to deliver ‘The Business of Sport’ Sportstech Pre-Accelerator Program. \nThe program is a 10-week cohort-based pre-accelerator educational program consisting of 6 modules. Two sessions will be conducted each week for a total of 20 sessions. A core focus of the program will support start-up entrepreneurs to validate their on or off-field sportstech business idea against competitors\, vendors and VCs. \nApplications are now open – More info HERE.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-astn-gsic-pre-accelerator-cohort-7/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: FameLab Australia 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Foundation for the WA Museum has opened applications for the science communication training program and competition FameLab Australia 2024. Early career researchers have until Sunday 7 April 2024 to submit their application.  \nFameLab is the world’s leading science communication competition created by Cheltenham Festivals\, UK. Since 2007 the competition has gone global in over 35 countries\, with more than 40\,000 young scientists participating to date. FameLab is recognised as being a powerful tool in identifying and nurturing new voices of science\, with previous alumni developing careers in science communication. \nThe Foundation for the Western Australian Museum is the producer of FameLab Australia. The focus of FameLab Australia is to promote excellence in science communication for early career STEM researchers in universities and industry. The competition is open to early career STEM researchers currently completing postgraduate studies or who are within five years of completing their postgraduate degrees. \nFameLab Australia has a focus on STEM in recognition of the role of research to drive innovation and economic prosperity for contemporary economies. FameLab equips early career researchers with skills that are directly relevant to their career and improve their public speaking\, media skills\, pitching and presentation skills. FameLab develops them into science advocates who can confidently communicate with industry\, grant bodies\, government and employers\, as well as engage young Australians to take up STEM subjects and careers. \nParticipants undergo an in-depth science communication training program\, and learn to communicate their science research in just three minutes. Contestants are judged according to the 3 Cs of FameLab: Content\, Clarity\, and Charisma. \nIn 2023\, 76 applicants from across Australia received science communication training\, with 48 scientists shortlisted to compete in 4 regional\, online Semi-finals and receiving further training. \nOut of the 48 semi-finalists\, 12 finalists were selected\, who received further masterclass training and then travelled to Perth for an immersive\, intensive multi-day science communication workshop and the live Final at WA Museum Boola Bardip. \nOlivia Carroll\, an immunologist and microbiologist representing the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute\, was named the 2023 Australian FameLab winner and competed in the online FameLab International Final in November 2023. As the Australian FameLab winner\, Olivia won a trip to the Cheltenham Science Festival 2024. \nWayne Lubbe\, the Foundation’s FameLab Project Manager commented\, “FameLab is such an incredible journey. For the participants\, it’s a year of professional development\, learning valuable new skills\, and sharing their research with the world\, while also having fun and making new friends. And for us at the Foundation\, the experience is no less rewarding. We get to uncover the best up-and-coming science communication talent from around the country\, and watch them develop into world class science storytellers. It’s great to be part of this transformative journey and I’m thrilled that FameLab 2024 has now kicked off!” \n  \nKey Dates – FameLab Australia 2024 \nFebruary: FameLab Australia 2024 applications open \n7 April: Applications close \nApril: Online science communication workshop for all applicants; 21 April video submission deadline (for shortlisting) \nMay: Semi-finalist selection and training \n17-21 June: Online Semi-finals \nJuly: Science communication masterclass \n24-27 September: Intensive science communication workshop in Perth \n26 September: Australian FameLab Final held live in Perth and livestreamed \nNovember: Online FameLab International Final\nFor more information\, visit https://www.fwam.com.au/the-foundation-s-impact/education-learning-and-outreach/famelab-apply
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-famelab-australia-2024/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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SUMMARY:The Diary of a CEO: The Business & Life Speaking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Entrepreneur\, Investor\, No.1 Best Selling Author and Host of Europe’s Biggest Podcast – ‘The Diary Of A CEO”\, for an insightful and new international lecture series. \nThese talks are tailor-made for aspiring entrepreneurs\, seasoned business owners\, and anyone that dreams of taking their venture\, project or life to the next level. Thinking of starting something one day? Wondering how to take your current project to the next level? This lecture is for you! \nIn this series\, Steven will dissect the intricacies of entrepreneurship\, offering priceless wisdom on how to start\, build\, and scale a thriving business. He’ll unravel the strategies and tactics that have propelled his entrepreneurial success & provide a roadmap for your own success using science backed research\, his interview back catalogue and stories from history. \nLearn how to cultivate the mindset and strategy required to overcome challenges\, stay focused\, and turn your dreams into reality. \nThis is a brand new one of kind event series that will happen once\, and only once!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-diary-of-a-ceo-the-business-life-speaking-tour/
LOCATION:RAC Arena Perth\, 700 Wellington Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240408T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Enterprises Round 2
DESCRIPTION:Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Enterprises Round 2\n\nThe grant opportunity provides eligible small and medium businesses up to $25\,000 to purchase energy efficient equipment to reduce and manage energy usage and costs. \n\n\nWhat do you get?\nA grant of up to $25\,000\, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure. There is a total of $41.241 million available for this grant opportunity. \nGrant funding will be distributed between states and territories based on the distribution of small and medium sized businesses nationally. Refer to Appendix A in the grant opportunity guidelines for a breakdown of funding in each jurisdiction. \nWe expect that there may be a high level of interest for this grant opportunity\, and it may be oversubscribed. This is a demand driven grant opportunity. Grants will be awarded to eligible applicants on a first come\, first served basis until the funding is exhausted in each jurisdiction. \nWho is this for?\nThis grant opportunity is for small and medium sized businesses with an employee headcount of 1 to 199 employees. \n\n\n\n\nOverview\n\nThe Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Round 2 will support businesses to upgrade or replace inefficient equipment to improve their energy efficiency. These upgrades will enable industries to reduce their energy use\, manage energy cost volatility in the long term and contribute to Australia’s target of a 43% reduction on 2005 emission levels by 2030. \nThe objectives of the program are: \n\nimprove energy efficiency practices and increase the uptake of energy efficient technologies\nassist small and medium businesses to manage their energy usage and costs\nreduce greenhouse gas emissions.\n\nThe intended outcomes of the program are: \n\nincrease awareness of energy efficiency opportunities and help businesses to save energy\nreduced power bills for small and medium businesses\nemissions abatement to contribute to Australia reducing its emissions to 43% below 2005 levels by 2030.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-energy-efficiency-grants-for-small-and-medium-enterprises-round-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240408T110000
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SUMMARY:NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program – Specialisation Courses Info Session
DESCRIPTION:(Open to other states\, with additional program fees) \nThe NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program\, run by Cicada Innovations\, has been designed by industry experts to help you maximise the impact of your health innovation and successfully commercialise your technology. \n​This online info session will focus on: \n\nThe different programs on offer\n​Who the workshops are for & prerequisites\n​How to apply\n​An overview of the content that you will learn\n\nKatja Beitat\, Head of HealthTech\, will be open to answer all your burning possible questions.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/nsw-health-commercialisation-training-program-specialisation-courses-info-session/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240409T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240409T170000
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SUMMARY:Online Business Model Support
DESCRIPTION: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? \nThrough 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! \nAll 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!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/online-business-model-support/2024-04-09/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Cluster":MAILTO:info@innovationcluster.com.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240409T180000
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SUMMARY:CERI: Innovative Mindset Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:The CERI Innovative Mindset Masterclass provides a framework for innovative thinking and helps participants to drive these solutions towards outcomes. This particular program is for Mannkal scholars only.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ceri-innovative-mindset-masterclass-2/
LOCATION:CERI\, Level 1/22 Stirling Hwy\, Nedlands\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T090000
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SUMMARY:Morning Startup Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Morning Startup – Perth\nIf 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. \nMorning 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. \nIf you’re not a morning person\, we also host a casual afterwork catchup on the first Wednesday of each month called Founder Sundowner. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nYou can contact the organisers either by sending a message through this meetup group\, or via: \n\ncontact@morningstartup.com\nslack.morningstartup.com\ntwitter.com/morningstartup\nfacebook.com/morningstartup\nlinkedin.com/company/morning-startup
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/morning-startup-presentation/2024-04-10/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
ORGANIZER;CN="Morning Startup":MAILTO:contact@morningstartup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T121500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T130000
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SUMMARY:Cicada x Tech23: Meet ULUU Australia’s radical innovators
DESCRIPTION:Join us from anywhere for this exclusive online event to celebrate Australia’s radical innovators and hear from ULUU\, two visionary founders revolutionising the fight against plastic pollution.\n  \nULUU has been making waves since 2022\, driving positive change for a greener future. Founded by Julia Reisser and Michael Kingsbury\, two of Australia’s radical innovators\, the company has propelled its seaweed-based alternative to plastics onto the global stage through an incredible journey including the launch of their first commercial product – a collaboration with iconic international surf brand\, Quiksilver. \n  \nBe part of the conversation shaping Australia’s future alongside ULUU’S founders and Sally-Ann Williams as they dive into ULUU’s journey of building a global deep tech company that is leading the way towards a plastic-free world. \nDive into the future of deep tech and discover how you can contribute to building Australia as a deep tech nation. Join us to glimpse a future where deep tech isn’t just a concept\, but a tangible\, life-changing reality. \n  \nThis event is one of the launch events of Cicada x Tech23 2024\, Australia’s biggest deep tech festival\, set to take place on 7th August in Sydney. \n\nJoin us online to hear from the brightest and boldest of Australia’s deep tech community and join the CxT23 village. 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/cicada-x-tech23-meet-uluu-australias-radical-innovators/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T153000
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SUMMARY:Carbon Developments in the Agrifood Sector
DESCRIPTION:Demystify all things carbon in the agriculture sector with experts discussing a wide range of issues from finance\, technologies and more \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – 1:30 PM \nRegister for 1.30PM start. Welcome by Dr Chris Vas\, GM – FIPWA \n\n\n\n\n1:30 PM – 2:00 PM \nCarbon Markets (Liam Pepper\, CBA Director – WA Head of Trade and Commodities) \n\n\n\n\n2:00 PM – 2:30 PM \nOn-Farm Carbon Technologies (Joe Bruzzese\, Agribusiness Strategy) \n\n\n\n\n2:30 PM – 3:00 PM \nPreparing for Carbon Neutrality – PaneDiscussion (Kristen Huey\, CBA Agri Exec) \n\n\n\n\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nEvent Close & Networking \n\nREAD MORE HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/carbon-developments-in-the-agrifood-sector/
LOCATION:Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia\, 37 Dollyup Street\, Stake Hill\, Western Australia\, 6181\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T160000
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SUMMARY:MSD Reverse Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Austrade\, MSD and partners for an interactive webinar. \nThis is an opportunity to hear directly from MSD’s US Business Development & Licensing team\, ask them questions\, and apply to meet either virtually or in-person at BIO San Diego.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/msd-reverse-pitch-event/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Local Capability Fund – Peel Regional Round
DESCRIPTION:The Peel Regional Round provides funding support to Western Australian small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Peel region to enhance their business capability and capacity to supply to export markets\, major Western Australian State or local government agencies\, the Australian Government and the private business sector. \nThe level of funding support under the Peel Regional Round of the LCF is 50% of eligible costs (excluding GST)\, up to a maximum of $20\,000 per successful applicant.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-local-capability-fund-peel-regional-round/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T183000
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SUMMARY:venture x UWA Alumni presents Amplify series – featuring Rory Garton-Smith
DESCRIPTION:Checkmate\, hailed as the 4th most promising consumer start up in the world (2023) [The Information] in just 2 years has acquired 1m users and $20m investment from the likes of Google ventures. Hear how directly from Rory\, CTO and co-founder of Checkmate and UWA Alumni! \n\nAbout the event\n\n\nThe first in our Amplify series of fireside chats with leading entrepreneurs from the UWA alumni. We’re delighted to feature Rory Garton-Smith\, co-founder and CTO of US based startup Checkmate.   In just two years\, Checkmate has garnered over 1 million users and raised an impressive $20 million USD from top US VCs\, including Google Ventures\, and angel investors including Paris Hilton and the Chainsmokers. Like every overnight success however\, Rory’s success with Checkmate is the product of an incredible journey\, from his time at UWA to his success as Sony-signed music producer Elk Road and then a software developer at Apple.   Join us for an insightful discussion where Rory shares his tips from his experience raising capital and scaling a high growth startup. \nThere are only 60 tickets available for this event! We know plans change\, if they do please let us know so we can offer tickets to those on the waitlist. \nDetails: \n\n5pm arrival for 5:30 start. Nibbles and drinks will be available.\nForrest Hall is on Google Maps and you can find a link to a location map here: https://link.mazemap.com/pLTAcRme. Its on the UWA Crawley campus\, riverside. Our team will be on the river side of the venue to help you find it.\nNetworking will take place from 6:30 – 7:00
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/venture-x-uwa-alumni-presents-amplify-series-featuring-rory-garton-smith/
LOCATION:Forrest Hall\, 21 Hackett Drive\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240412T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Australian Museum Eureka Prizes
DESCRIPTION:18 prizes on offer across the categories of Research & Innovation\, Leadership\, Science Engagement and School Science. \n\n\n\n\nThe Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are the country’s most comprehensive national science awards\, honouring excellence across the areas of research & innovation\, leadership\, science engagement\, and school science. \nPresented annually in partnership with some of the nation’s leading scientific institutions\, government organisations\, universities and corporations\, the Eureka Prizes raise the profile of science and science engagement in the community by celebrating outstanding achievement. \n\nREAD MORE HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-australian-museum-eureka-prizes/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240412T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240412T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Applications for Cicada x Tech23 TOP 23
DESCRIPTION:Are you at the forefront of addressing the most pressing global issues using deep tech?\nCicada x Tech23\, Australia’s biggest and boldest deep tech festival is back!\nWe are looking for 23 of the nations most forward-thinking startups to present their pioneering work on deep tech’s biggest stage. \nAre you an Australian deep tech founder\, research team\, startup or growing venture working on breakthrough science and technologies with a mission to solve some of the world’s biggest problems?  Is that you? Or someone you know? \n\nApply to be one of the 23 \n\nCicada x Tech23 will take place on Wednesday 7th August in Sydney\, connecting 23 innovators with an audience of industry leaders\, investors and big thinkers. Follow in the footsteps of alumni like Hemedeina\, Rainstick\, Rux Energy\, Samsara Eco\, Uluu and others who have taken their place on this prestigious stage. \nIf you are chosen to be one of the 23 you can expect to…\n↘ Showcase your venture to a curated audience who can support you \n↘ Build your profile on a national stage \n↘ Share your bold vision for the future with other big thinkers \n↘ Build impactful connections with investors\, industry leaders and peers \nThis is your chance to redefine what’s possible and create a brighter future for all. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Applications are open until 12th April.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-applications-for-cicada-x-tech23-top-23/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240415T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240415T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: CSIRO NatureIQ Early Adopter Program
DESCRIPTION:Test drive CSIRO NatureIQ – a digital environmental and biodiversity assessment and management tool for science-backed business decisions. \nTest drive the platform designed for a sustainable future\n\nWe’re developing an online platform that can help inform your organisation’s sustainability strategy\, protect and restore nature and biodiversity. \nApply now for our Early Adopter Program (EAP)\nThe three-month program is a unique opportunity to explore environmental capabilities ahead of competitors. Discover how to better manage your environmental assets responsibly\, and position your organisation as an industry leader in sustainability. \n\nRegister your interest
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-csiro-natureiq-early-adopter-program/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240415T100000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Pitching Applications – A Night of Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Last year’s “Night Of Innovation” event was a great success. Tickets sold out in record time and generated an overwhelming demand for more.  \nHere are the details for the upcoming event: \nEvent Date: Wednesday\, 15th May\, 2024\nTime: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: Hackett Hall\, WA Museum Boola Bardip \n\nDiscover New Ventures: Immerse yourself in innovation as ten startups share their journeys and visions in a 4-minute pitch. These entrepreneurs have refined their ideas with expert guidance.\nStartup Alley: Explore the vibrant atmosphere of Startup Alley\, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet the founders and their teams. Engage with the projects firsthand\, uncovering potential investment opportunities before they hit the mainstream.\nInteractive and Engaging: Your participation is integral to the Alchemy experience. Cast your vote for the most impressive startups\, delve into revealing interviews with the top three startups and connect with other forward-thinkers who are shaping the future.\n\nAPPLY TO PITCH \nWe believe in the power of pitching\, but it’s about more than just the presentation. Our goal is to ensure that each startup maximises their experience at this event. That’s why every selected startup will receive: \n\nA personalised 1:1 mentor session before the event to fine-tune your pitch.\nAn exhibition booth at the Startup Alley\, providing you and your team with a platform to showcase your startup.\nValuable feedback from our expert panel.\n\nSubmissions are open until April 15th.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-pitching-applications-a-night-of-innovation/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240415T170000
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SUMMARY:Bloom: Mistakes that Made us
DESCRIPTION:We always hear about how successful entrepreneurs have achieved great things and made lots of money and impact. What we don’t get to hear is all the times they made mistakes and it turns out – that’s where the real learnings lie. Mistakes that made us is a fun catered event at the UWA Tav where successful entrepreneurs take the stage for 15 minutes each and talk about the mistakes they made in their career and what they learned from it. You will have the opportunity to listen to their journey\, ask them questions and network with other entrepreneurially minded people. This year we will be hearing from: \n\nKate Kirwan – She Codes\nAbhinav Bijavara Nagaraj – Edible Cutlery\nGiles Roberts – Sol Studios\n\nFood is provided with ticket. 18+ ID required.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bloom-mistakes-that-made-us/
LOCATION:UWA Tavern\, Hackett Drive\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
ORGANIZER;CN="Bloom":MAILTO:hello@bloom.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240705T055954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T055954Z
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SUMMARY:Online Business Model Support
DESCRIPTION: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? \nThrough 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! \nAll 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!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/online-business-model-support/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Cluster":MAILTO:info@innovationcluster.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240318T041224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T041224Z
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SUMMARY:WA Government Tech Investment Update
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Western Australia’s Digital Future: Initiatives\, Strategies\, and Industry Participation \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Department of the Premier and Cabinet\, Department of Finance\, Department of Jobs\, Tourism\, Science and Innovation and Australian Information Industry Association have organised this event to inform industry on the $900 million Digital Capability Fund (Fund)\, ICT Procurement framework\, WA Industry Participation Strategy (WAIPS) and the Digital Industries Acceleration Strategy. In addition\, Spatial WA\, a whole of Government initiative set to deliver an Advanced Digital Twin for Western Australia will provide an insight on the $140 million allocated to improve Western Australia’s digital capabilities to accelerate land development approvals and streamline the delivery of key infrastructure projects.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-government-tech-investment-update-2/
LOCATION:Parmelia Hilton\, 14 Mill Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch,Networking / Group Meetup
ORGANIZER;CN="AIIA":MAILTO:membership@aiia.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240408T062518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T062518Z
UID:10002077-1713265200-1713267000@wainnovationcalendar.com.au
SUMMARY:National Energy Transition Accelerator Online Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Startup founders\, researchers and industry professionals across Australia please RSVP to this online information session to learn more about our National Energy Transition Accelerator program which includes a $10\,000 equity free grant and subsidised travel costs to attend interstate sessions! \nFor more information on this exciting opportunity\, visit the Trailblazer website: https://rtcm-trailblazer.au/our-focus/national-energy-transition-accelerator/
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/national-energy-transition-accelerator-online-info-session/
LOCATION:Online via Webex\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Curtin Innovation and Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:entrepreneurship@curtin.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240323T052253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T053018Z
UID:10002043-1713268800-1713274200@wainnovationcalendar.com.au
SUMMARY:Grant Readiness Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Available dates:  Tuesday\, 16th April 2024 & Thursday\, 16th May 2024 \nTime: 12PM AWST \nThis 90 min free webinar is the only one you need to get your business or organisation ready to apply for funding. You’ll thank us later! \nWe’ll cover: \n\nUsing a strategic approach to funding\nDeciding whether to apply\nDevelop a content bank\nCritical supporting documents\nShowcase of selected State Government grant opportunities for businesses\nDeep dive into understanding eligibility criteria and grant objectives\nLive Q&A\n\nAbout BlueSalt Consulting: Our team has unlocked $60m+ in funding for clients and know what it takes to have a strong bid. If securing grant funding is on your agenda\, join us as we teach you how to get ‘grant ready’.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/grant-readiness-webinar/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding,Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240405T075850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T075850Z
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SUMMARY:She Codes Plus SHOWCASE
DESCRIPTION:She Codes Plus is a unique closing the gender gap in technology. \nStriking a balance between teaching\, inspiring and supporting women in their tech careers\, She Codes Plus caters to women from all stages in their tech journey. \nJoin us on April 16th\, for an exclusive opportunity to see the Perth graduating class for 2024. View the portfolios of the participants and network with other professionals in tech\, and last but by no means least\, hire some amazing women in tech! \nFor the first time we are moving to Perth Town Hall\, doubling our capacity\, so we can welcome women\, business owners\, technical talent and anyone interested in the tech industry along to have meaningful conversations\, networking opportunities\, food and drinks\, and more. \nRECRUITMENT OPPORTUNITIES \nThis showcase is the perfect opportunity to see the talent of women across Perth\, and connect with those looking for new roles in the industry. \nThe cohort have developed a personal portfolio in HTML and CSS\, learned the fundamentals of programming with Python\, created a news website in Django and a crowdfunding website in React. They’ve used git to track their code\, and agile methodologies to create projects in small teams. \nStay tuned for exciting announcements on a panel discussion for the evening. \nDRESS CODE \nBusiness cocktail – its a celebration!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/she-codes-plus-showcase/
LOCATION:601 Hay Street\, 601 Hay Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship,Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240414T055433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T085051Z
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SUMMARY:Decrypting Cyber: Unseen Threats to Business Events
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the Australian Business Events Association\, the WA Council invites members and the wider business events community to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIs your business cyber secure? A cybercrime is reported every 7 minutes on average and in Q4 of 2022 Australia had the highest data breach rate per capita in the world. \nJoin the Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) WA Chapter to hear from Cecily Rawlinson\, Director of CyberWest Hub about how you can reduce your cyber security risk and learn about the good and the bad of AI when it comes to cyber security. \nTickets\n\nTickets are $59 each\nSpaces are limited.\nBreakfast is included in ticket purchase.\n\nImportant\n\nTickets are in AUD and include GST in the price.\nRefunds can be issued up to 7 days from the event.\nThis event is open to ABEA members and the wider Business Events community.\nIn-person event only.\n\nFind more information at www.abea.org.au
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/decrypting-cyber-unseen-threats-to-business-events/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240315T054530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T054530Z
UID:10002023-1713351600-1713355200@wainnovationcalendar.com.au
SUMMARY:2024 Curtinnovation Awards Information Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this online information seminar with members of the Curtin Commercialisation team as they outline the process for applying for the Curtinnovation Awards\, provide insider tips on how to strengthen your application\, and interview previous winners about their experience since winning their awards. \nThis session will be recorded for those who would like to watch it at a future time.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2024-curtinnovation-awards-information-seminar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
ORGANIZER;CN="Curtin Innovation and Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:entrepreneurship@curtin.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240314T041325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T041325Z
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SUMMARY:AICC(WA) and K&L Gates: Major Networking Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/aiccwa-and-kl-gates-major-networking-lunch/
LOCATION:The DoubleTree Hotel\, 1 Barrack Square\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
ORGANIZER;CN="AICCWA":MAILTO:perth@aicc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240414T071816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T071816Z
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SUMMARY:Bloom: Pitch Night
DESCRIPTION:Pitch night is here! 📣📣📣 \nCome see the finest and wildest businesses and ideas that the Bloom community has to offer. \nAt 6pm on April the 17th\, we will have entrepreneurs from all around the Bloom ecosystem (Launchpad\, Orbit\, co-workers\, students and the wider Bloom community) coming to pitch their established businesses or business ideas in the Bloom main lab. Your $5 entry fee will contribute to a pool that will go to the top 3 pitches according to our judging panel 🤑🤑🤑 \nAlso included in your entry fee is plenty of food and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) for you to enjoy over the course of the night 😋 \nIf you would like to pitch at this event please fill out this form to apply – https://form.typeform.com/to/k… \nSee you there 👋
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bloom-pitch-night/
LOCATION:Bloom Lab\, Crawley\, 2 Park Road\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="Bloom":MAILTO:hello@bloom.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240414T074137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T074137Z
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SUMMARY:CapitalHQ Investment Showcase – Special Launch Edition
DESCRIPTION:About\n\n\nYou are invited to join our inaugural CapitalHQ Investment Showcase\, which will connect you with innovative startups\, scaleups\, fund managers\, and property opportunities shaping the future. We have put together an exclusive lineup to provide you with as much access to private opportunities and investment insights as possible. \n\nOnline Showcase Highlights: \n\nDate: 18th April 2024 – Online – Exclusive to CapitalHQ platform\nExpectations: Engage with over 750 esteemed HNWs\, VCs\, and Family Offices globally.\nOpportunities: Discover a curated selection of private market opportunities and insightful pitches.Experience: AI/ML-driven matchmaking with a diverse range of opportunities from around the globe\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nDiverse Investment Themes: From disruptive technologies to emerging market trends and private credit opportunities\, align your portfolio with growth or yield-based opportunities.\nGlobal Network: Expand your investment horizon by connecting with a global community of investors and thought leaders.\nExclusive Insights: Gain firsthand knowledge from the founders and fund managers driving progress in their fields.\n\nReserve Your Spot Now! \nClick here to register your interest to present at CapitalHQ Investment Showcase
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/capitalhq-investment-showcase-special-launch-edition/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240408T064413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T064413Z
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SUMMARY:Ways To Fund Your Startup
DESCRIPTION:Learn different methods for raising capital for your business!\nWays To Fund Your Startup \nFor many businesses\, success is dependent on raising the capital necessary to fund the business to a point of profitability and that capital can come from a variety of sources. In this workshop\, we will discuss several different methods for raising capital for your business\, including bank loans\, government grants\, accelerator programs\, angel investors\, and venture capital. \nLearn from established investors\, startup founders and government officials about the different stages of financing\, the many types of investors\, and different avenues of funding. Hear what they are looking for\, and what you need to do to turn your startup idea into a startup success! \nThis workshop is designed specifically for women and multicultural communities and students\, but everyone is welcome to attend. Expand your knowledge\, gain practical tips\, and connect with like-minded professionals in a supportive environment. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n12-1pm: Funding workshop\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\nLucy Lin is the Entrepreneur in Residence for the Women & Multicultural Program at Western Sydney University\, Launch Pad. She is passionate about inclusive innovation and empowering more diverse founders with knowledge and skills to enter their entrepreneurial journey. A strategic marketing expert\, Lucy has spent the past 20 years driving change and scaling growth for startups\, universities\, and corporations. A global citizen and female founder\, she has lived and worked in 5 countries (Australia\, Japan\, Canada\, Taiwan & the UK) and champions diversity and inclusion in everything she does.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ways-to-fund-your-startup/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T204553
CREATED:20240414T072535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T072535Z
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SUMMARY:GDG Perth: Build with AI
DESCRIPTION:These face-to-face series of Build With AI technical workshops and talks are organised by Google Developer Group and Women Techmaker Perth. This hands-on event aims to grow awareness of various AI tools and use them in building impactful products\, services and systems. \n⏱️ Time:\nThursday\, 18 April 2024. (5:30 – 7:30 pm) (In-Person) \nPlace:\nThe Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace · Perth\, WA \nSpeakers:\nJosh (Adi Tedjasaputra) \n💻 Bring your laptop to participate in the technical workshop and talk. \nAgenda:\n5:30 PM: Door and Registration Opens\n5:45 PM: Technical Workshop \nMandatory RSVP here:\nhttps://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-perth-presents-build-with-ai-technical-workshop-and-talk-introduction-to-vertex-ai/
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/gdg-perth-build-with-ai/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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