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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240412T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240412T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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:20240412T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240412T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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:20240411T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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:20240410T133000
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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T121500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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:20240409T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240409T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240221T020614Z
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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:20240409T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED: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/2024-04-09/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Cluster":MAILTO:info@innovationcluster.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240408T100000
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:20240408T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240408T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240407T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240407T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240220T090410Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240407T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240407T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240407T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240407T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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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
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN)":MAILTO:info@astn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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SUMMARY:Speed Networking: Breakfast Edition
DESCRIPTION:Make 20 Connections in just 60 Minutes with Speed Networking: Breakfast Edition! \nCome along on April 5th for the fastest speed networking event in Perth. By the end of the event\, you’ll have 20 new business connections\, and perhaps a lead for your next opportunity. \nWith up to 20 participants\, you’ll be able to hear from each of them\, as well as share your story. So\, that’s 20 new connections\, in just 60 minutes! (With time to connect afterwards as needed.) \nPlease note\, your ticket cost includes lightly catered breakfast\, barista-made coffee and meaningful connections. \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/speed-networking-breakfast-edition/
LOCATION:The Hub\, Bentley Technology Park\, 2 Brodie Hall Drive\, Bentley\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T073000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: CHI Start-up Enterprise Link (CHISEL) Healthcare InnoMatch 2024
DESCRIPTION:CHI Start-up Enterprise Link (CHISEL) Healthcare InnoMatch 2024 is calling for innovative market-ready or near market-ready solutions to address critical and emerging healthcare needs! \nMissed our earlier Info Sessions? \nYou can now view the recording on our Youtube Channel and access the materials shared to find out more about the CHISEL programme and the participation details of Healthcare InnoMatch 2024. \nFor enquiries\, email us at CHISEL@chi.sg \n  \nSingapore is at the forefront of preparing for a super-aged society\, anticipating that by 2023\, 1 in 4 citizens will be aged 65 and above. The Age Well SG initiative\, a comprehensive national program\, underscores the commitment to support seniors in aging actively and independently within their homes and communities. However\, the challenge lies in addressing the evolving and diverse care needs of the elderly\, fostering holistic well-being\, and enhancing the effectiveness of existing effort
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-chi-start-up-enterprise-link-chisel-healthcare-innomatch-2024/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Commercialisation Bridge Grants Application
DESCRIPTION:The Commercialisation Bridge Grant is a competitive government grant designed to assist Western Australian innovators bridge the gap between commercialised innovation and a sustainable business.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG) is a competitive Western Australian government grant\, funded through the $25.8 million New Industries Fund. \nLaunching for the first time in 2023-24\, the CBG has been designed to assist WA innovators in bridging the gap – the so-called ‘Valley of Death’ – between a commercialised innovation and a sustainable\, scalable business\, creating more jobs and economic diversification for Western Australia. \nWhile the CBG program is open all year round\, there are various ‘cut-off dates’ when the latest submissions will be downloaded\, and then assessed. \nSubmitted applications cannot be changed after this date. If your application is not ready for assessment\, simply continue working on it\, without pressing ‘submit’. \nCut-off dates:\nAlthough the CBG program is open all year round\, there are various ‘cut-off dates’ when the latest submissions will be downloaded\, and then assessed. \nSubmitted applications cannot be changed after this date. If your application is not ready for assessment\, simply continue working on it\, without pressing ‘submit’. \nThe upcoming ‘cut-off date’ for the 2023/24 financial year submissions is: \n\n11am (AWST)\, Thursday\, 4 April 2024\n\nFurther ‘cut-off dates’ will be announced for the 2024/25 financial year.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-commercialisation-bridge-grants-application/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T070000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240303T043057Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: FHRI Fund Enabling Scheme
DESCRIPTION:The Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund Enabling Scheme aims to increase the scale and excellence of health and medical research and innovation in WA by supporting accessible local infrastructure. \nThe FHRI Fund Enabling Scheme will provide support for capital costs associated with undertaking health and medical research and/or innovation in Western Australia. \nUp to 50 per cent co-funding will be made available for upgrades to laboratory\, research and/or innovation facilities in order to provide greater sector access\, or better support national or international partnerships. \nThis scheme also allows funding applications for major equipment upgrades or replacement that will increase a facility’s industry offering. \nThe Enabling Scheme is open to organisations that undertake health and medical research and/or innovation that have a presence in Western Australia. Funding will be awarded through a competitive and merit-based process. \nProgram Status: Open for Applications \nApplications Close: 1.00pm (AWST)\, 4 April 2024
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-fhri-fund-enabling-scheme/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T070000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240201T052541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T052541Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WA Near-miss Awards: Ideas Grants 2023-24
DESCRIPTION:The WA Near-miss Awards is a Program of the Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund. \nThe WANMA Ideas Grants program targets researchers who narrowly missed out on securing a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) grant\, which is considered a critical career milestone for researchers. \nThe Program aims to provide funding to eligible early- and mid-career researchers to enhance areas of their NHMRC Ideas Grants 2023 applications that have been identified through the NHMRC peer review process as being improvable. \nThe WANMA Ideas Grants program is open to Western Australian health and medical researchers who missed out or received a near-miss result in the 2023 NHMRC Ideas Grants funding round\, with a minimum score of 4.5 (equivalent to a category 5 score). The applicant must be eligible to\, and agree to resubmitting their near-miss application to a future NHMRC grant round. \nSuccessful researchers will be awarded funding of $100\,000 (ex GST) to undertake health and medical research for a period of 12 months. \nProgram Status: Open for Applications \nApplication Form due:1.00pm (AWST)\, Thursday 4 April 2024
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-wa-near-miss-awards-ideas-grants-2023-24/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240403T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240403T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240318T041444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T041444Z
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SUMMARY:‘AI & Assistive Technologies’ with Dr Stephanie Stoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique opportunity to delve into the future and transformative role of AI in supporting those with disabilities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n About the Event: \nDelve into the transformative world of AI and Assistive Technologies with Dr. Stephanie Stoll\, an esteemed international researcher at the forefront of innovation\, as she takes centre stage right here in Perth! \nWith extensive expertise in deep learning and a passion for developing assistive technologies\, Dr. Stoll brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this special event. \nDr. Stoll will share insights from her pioneering work\, exploring the intersection of computer vision\, computer graphics\, and natural language processing. Learn how AI-powered solutions like Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Neural Machine Translation (NMT) are revolutionizing the lives of people with disabilities\, from low-cost\, AI-enabled hand prosthetics to innovative cloud-based solutions. \n🎟️ Don’t Miss Your Chance: \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and gain invaluable knowledge about the future of assistive technologies. \nGet your tickets now to be part of this inspiring event! Together\, let’s harness the power of AI to create a more inclusive world for everyone. \nDrinks & canapes included. \nThis event is proudly brought to you by the WA Data Science Innovation Hub.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ai-assistive-technologies-with-dr-stephanie-stoll/
LOCATION:Curtin University CBD Precinct\, 13 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240403T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240403T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240329T062732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T062732Z
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SUMMARY:Information Session for the Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) Strategic Element
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE)\, in collaboration with the Australian Academy of Science (AAS)\, will deliver the Australian Government’s 6 million dollars Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) Strategic Element to open up a world of science and technology enterprise for Australian researchers and innovators \nThe Fund includes grants ranging from AUD $100\,000 to $1\,000\,000 for eligible Australian organisations collaborating on key areas of science and technology with priority partner countries across the Asia-Pacific region. Expressions of Interest are now open. Find out more information at glodip.org.au.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/information-session-for-the-global-science-and-technology-diplomacy-fund-gstdf-strategic-element/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240402T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240111T022408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T022408Z
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SUMMARY:She Brews Success – Osborne Park
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to brew success with empowering workshops\, She Brews Success – where women entrepreneurs come together to learn and grow ! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe see the small businesswoman. We believe in the capacity of women to build ‘unbreakable’ businesses. In response\, our award-winning development pathway aims to bring together a supportive community of small businesswomen\, offering a space to collaboratively overcome challenges\, learn new skills\, and achieve a better work-life balance. Success truly tastes better when we sip it together. Which is why you should join us for our new workshop series designed for the small businesswoman…She Brews Success. \nJoin “She Brews Success” whether you’re starting a business\, running a home-based venture\, or already on your journey. Experience a supportive\, inclusive atmosphere that blends connection\, rich ideas\, and practical insights. \nShe Brews Success is $49 per session. You might be asking\, what does $49 get me? \n\nBusiness Skills Workshops\nGuest Speakers\nNetworking Opportunities\nBusiness Resource Library\nBusiness Idea Exchange\nMarketing and Branding Support\nFinancial Planning Assistance\nPersonal Development Sessions\n\n\n90 days of access to our exclusive Business Academy\n\n\nBarista made coffee and a selection of café treats\n\n\nFacility for Kids to Play while you learn\n\n  \nWhen is it? \n\nNovember 21st 2023\nFebruary 6th 2024\nApril 2nd 2024\nMay 28th 2024\nJuly 23rd 2024\n\nWhere is it? \nBlue Lotus Cafe – cnr Karrinyup Road & Hamilton Street\, Stirling\, Perth WA 6017 \n  \nEach event covers vital business elements like marketing\, finance\, and sales\, offering wisdom from experts and a chance to share experiences. Collaborate with like-minded women\, conquer challenges\, and find guidance to unlock business opportunities. \n  \n  \n  \nWith us\, you’re not alone on this journey. \nYou are not just a part of our gathering but the heartbeat of “She Brews Success.” Embrace the support\, camaraderie\, and empowerment that await you here. Your dreams matter; we’re here to ensure they come to life. Here’s to your success and to us rising together as unstoppable women entrepreneurs! \nCheers to shared success among unstoppable women entrepreneurs!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/she-brews-success-osborne-park/2024-04-02/
LOCATION:Blue Lotus Cafe\, Cnr Karrinyup Road & Hamilton Street\, Stirling\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Station":MAILTO:tristan@businessstation.com.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240402T170000
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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/2024-04-02/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Cluster":MAILTO:info@innovationcluster.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240402T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240402T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240207T062357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T062357Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WAITTA INCITE Awards – Project Entries
DESCRIPTION:Get excited – entries for the 2024 INCITE Awards are now open! \nThe INCITE Awards are your platform to amplify the innovative work you’re doing to benefit WA and the wider community. With support from our patron\, neuroscientist and educator Lyn Beazley\, previous INCITE Awards winners and our media partners\, winning at INCITE could be the kick-start you’re looking for. \nEntries are open to WA’s IT and telecommunications industry\, with a range of category awards on offer: \n#Research & #Innovation\n#Startup of the Year\n#Achiever of the Year\n#SocialImpact\nInnovating #Government\n#TransformativeSolutions\n#DigitalInclusion Award\nDr Mal Bryce WA Tech Company of the Year\nPearcey Foundation Western Australian Entrepreneur of the Year\nPeter Fillery Undergraduate Tertiary Student Project of the Year \n\nLink to enter:\nWAITTA INCITE Awards (awardsplatform.com)
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-waitta-incite-awards-project-entries-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240401T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240401T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240123T043216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T054147Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE (extended): Perth Biodesign Course Applications
DESCRIPTION:How It Works\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 7-month\, part-time Perth Biodesign Course brings together multidisciplinary teams to identify unmet clinical needs and work towards inventing a medical technology or digital health solution\, whilst learning about the development process. \nTeams usually come together once a week\, on a Thursday evening\, to learn\, and put into practice\, the course content delivered by course faculty and top local experts. Throughout the course\, teams will have regular deliverables that will require further work outside of the weekly meetings\, either online or at in-person team meetings. Previous participants estimate the workload of the course at around 8 hours per week. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProof of concept prototyping \n\n\nRegulatory and reimbursement pathways  \n\n\nBusiness models \n\n\nBusiness strategy  \n\n\nDilutive and non-dilutive funding sources \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentifying a clinical unmet need \n\n\nValidating a clinical unmet need \n\n\nMarket and Stakeholder analysis \n\n\nBrainstorming for solutions \n\n\nUnderstanding intellectual property protection 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-perth-biodesign-course-applications/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240329T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240329T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240309T042659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T042659Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: E-waste Infrastructure Grant WA
DESCRIPTION:Funding is available to increase e-waste collection\, storage\, reuse\, reprocessing and recycling capacity and capability in Western Australia.\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat do you get?\nFunding of up to $2 million. \nWho is this for?\nOrganisations undertaking recycling projects. \n\n\n\nFunding is available under 2 streams: \nStream 1: E-waste collection\, storage and/or reuse grants\n\nfunding of up to $250\,000\ncollection and storage projects including fixed or semi-permanent e-waste infrastructure\nequipment that assists with the reuse of e-waste.\n\nStream 2: E-waste reprocessing infrastructure grants\n\nfunding of up to $2 million\nprojects that increase capacity in the state’s e-waste management network and include equipment purchase and installation and new or upgraded infrastructure for e-waste reprocessing and recycling.\n\nTo be eligible\, applicants must: \n\nbe a business\, local government\, regional council or registered charity/not-for-profit\nhave a current Australian business number (ABN) or Australian company number (ACN)\nhave been operating for at least 12 months\nhave satisfactory environmental\, safety and financial compliance.\n\nFurther eligibility requirements apply\, depending on the grant stream.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-e-waste-infrastructure-grant-wa/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240329T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240329T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193119
CREATED:20240307T063417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T063417Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Plus Eight Seed-Funded Accelerator Program
DESCRIPTION:A six month program with seed-funding\, international immersions\, world-class mentorship and business connections to help you scale your business.\nWe are looking for ambitious founders\, working as part of a balanced team to solve global problems they are passionate about\, with high potential to scale. \nWe do not have an industry bias\, however we are especially excited about seed to series-A startups tackling global challenges in the following areas: Digital Health\, Agtech\, Proptech\, Social Impact. As long as it’s ambitious and solving a big problem – we want to hear from you! \nOur accelerator program is split into three phases\, beginning with a rigorous weekend bootcamp and on the spot feedback from facilitators and mentors. Following the weekend\, only the strongest founders are selected to continue into Phase One\, which includes nine weeks filled with Entrepreneur in Residence sessions\, masterclasses with industry experts\, 1 on 1 mentoring and more. \nFounders then pitch for their place in Phase Two\, where a final 6-12 startups will be chosen to continue and access a pool of seed-funding. Phase Two includes an international immersion and final Demo Night.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-plus-eight-seed-funded-accelerator-program/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
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