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  • WA Government Tech Investment Update

    Parmelia Hilton 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA

    Empowering Western Australia’s Digital Future: Initiatives, Strategies, and Industry Participation The 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)… Continue reading WA Government Tech Investment Update

    $50

    National Energy Transition Accelerator Online Info Session

    Online via Webex

    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! For more information on this exciting opportunity, visit the Trailblazer website: https://rtcm-trailblazer.au/our-focus/national-energy-transition-accelerator/

    Free
    Event Series BlueSalt Consulting Webinars

    Grant Readiness Webinar

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Available dates:  Tuesday, 16th April 2024 & Thursday, 16th May 2024 Time: 12PM AWST This 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! We'll cover: Using a strategic approach to funding Deciding whether to apply Develop a content bank… Continue reading Grant Readiness Webinar

    FREE

    She Codes Plus SHOWCASE

    601 Hay Street 601 Hay Street, Perth, WA

    She Codes Plus is a unique closing the gender gap in technology. Striking 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. Join us on April 16th, for an exclusive opportunity to see the Perth graduating class for 2024.… Continue reading She Codes Plus SHOWCASE

    $50

    Decrypting Cyber: Unseen Threats to Business Events

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    On behalf of the Australian Business Events Association, the WA Council invites members and the wider business events community to attend. Is 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. Join the Australian… Continue reading Decrypting Cyber: Unseen Threats to Business Events

    $59

    2024 Curtinnovation Awards Information Seminar

    online Western Australia, Australia

    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. This session will be recorded for those who would like to watch… Continue reading 2024 Curtinnovation Awards Information Seminar

    Bloom: Pitch Night

    Bloom Main Lab 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA

    Pitch night is here! 📣📣📣 Come see the finest and wildest businesses and ideas that the Bloom community has to offer. At 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… Continue reading Bloom: Pitch Night

    $5

    CapitalHQ Investment Showcase – Special Launch Edition

    online Western Australia, Australia

    About You 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. Online Showcase Highlights: Date: 18th April 2024… Continue reading CapitalHQ Investment Showcase – Special Launch Edition

    Ways To Fund Your Startup

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Learn different methods for raising capital for your business! Ways To Fund Your Startup For 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… Continue reading Ways To Fund Your Startup

    FREE

    GDG Perth: Build with AI

    The Platform & Purpose Studio 3/256 Adelaide Terrace, PERTH, Australia

    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. ⏱️ Time: Thursday, 18 April 2024. (5:30 - 7:30 pm) (In-Person) Place: The… Continue reading GDG Perth: Build with AI

    Journey to Impact WA – stories of impact-first investing

    The Wentworth Building 2/300 Murray Street, Perth, WA

    In the first of a series of 2024 events, Philanthropy Australia, Spinifex Trust and Impact Seed welcome you to join us for an evening of conversation and learning from foundations and investors.  Your 3 key takeaways from this event will be: Hear stories from impact investors taking an impact-first approach Learn about WA's new Catalytic Impact Loan Fund Connect… Continue reading Journey to Impact WA – stories of impact-first investing

    FREE
    Event Series Deadlines

    DEADLINE: MedChem Australia Project Applications

    online Western Australia, Australia

    MedChem Australia Announces its First Call for Project Applications MedChem Australia is thrilled to announce its inaugural call for Round 1 project applications is now open. With a commitment to breaking down medicinal chemistry & DMPK capability barriers and fostering partnerships that promise to drive breakthroughs in drug discovery, MedChem Australia invites applications from researchers… Continue reading DEADLINE: MedChem Australia Project Applications

    Event Series Deadlines

    DEADLINE: Entrepreneurial Foundations For Defence

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Build the foundations for successful commercialisation Entrepreneurial Foundations for Defence (EFD) is the second phase in the Defence Trailblazer DINAMIC Program. Designed to support researchers, innovators and emerging companies with products, services or technology that can provide a capability benefit to our Defence sector, EFD will help you understand what is required for success in the… Continue reading DEADLINE: Entrepreneurial Foundations For Defence

    AARP Open Day

    Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct Pederick Rd, Neerabup, WA

    We are pleased to invite you to Open Day on 10 April, 2024. This is your opportunity to tour the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP) and learn more about the City of Wanneroo. The AARP is pleased to be hosting Mayor Linda Aitken who will explore the vibrant business community in the City of Wanneroo and answer… Continue reading AARP Open Day

    FREE

    Discover Engage Connect @ UWA Data Institute Research Bytes

    The University of Western Australia 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA, Australia

    Join the UWA Data Institute as we showcase the latest in Data Science, Machine Learning and AI Research at UWA. Join us for an insightful showcase where you'll explore the impressive work of our UWA Data Institute Research Clusters. It's a unique opportunity to uncover synergies, ignite innovative ideas and forge connections. Don't miss this… Continue reading Discover Engage Connect @ UWA Data Institute Research Bytes

    FREE

    Building WA’s EV Network

    Brookfield Place - Tower 2 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA

    Join YEP Perth for a presentation and a discussion on building WA's EV Network, the challenges faced and discuss the future of EVs Doors open from 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start. Your ticket includes drinks, pizza and an opportunity to learn and network. About this topic: Synergy and Horizon Power are working with the State Government to… Continue reading Building WA’s EV Network

    Navigating NeuroDivergence as an Entrepreneur

    online Western Australia, Australia

    🌟🚀 Join us for an inspiring session on navigating neurodivergence in the world of entrepreneurship! 🫶 ​💬 In this online fireside chat, we'll be hearing from our panelists, Charles, Luke, and Mohamad, on navigating entrepreneurship alongside life with autism, ADHD, and dyspraxia 💪 ​👉 Register to submit your questions, join live, or receive the recording.​​… Continue reading Navigating NeuroDivergence as an Entrepreneur

    FREE
    Event Series Deadlines

    DEADLINE: CSIRO Innovate to Grow: Critical Minerals Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Innovate to Grow is a free 10-week virtual, self-paced learning program for small- to medium-sized enterprises working on innovative technologies or solutions in the critical minerals sector in Australia. Program detail This program will assist you in: Refining your innovation idea and learning how to transform it into an R&D opportunity. Accessing tools and information… Continue reading DEADLINE: CSIRO Innovate to Grow: Critical Minerals Program

    Event Series Deadlines

    DEADLINE: National Science Week 2024 Grants

    online Western Australia, Australia

    National Science Week is Australia's largest celebration of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). This year it will take place from Saturday 10 August - Sunday 18 August 2024. Small Grants of up to $4,000 and Mit-tier Grants of up to $10,000 to support new activities and projects which can engage the community with STEM.… Continue reading DEADLINE: National Science Week 2024 Grants

    Founder Wellbeing: Building Your Foundation for Success

    The Hub, Bentley Technology Park 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley, WA, Australia

    Are you pouring everything into your business right now but neglecting your own well-being? We understand that the road to building a successful business is demanding. But a founder who prioritises their well-being is a founder who thrives. In this interactive session with Kay Foss, Lead Advocate & Founder of Founder Families, you'll learn how… Continue reading Founder Wellbeing: Building Your Foundation for Success

    Turning the Dial 2024: Encouraging the uptake of Circular Economy Initiatives

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    Turning the Dial 2024, happening on 30 May 2024, is an event focused on food waste reduction, sustainable packaging innovation, and the circular economy for food and beverage manufacturers. The goal of the event is to help businesses navigate the path to sustainability and provide networking opportunities across the supply chain. The event will feature… Continue reading Turning the Dial 2024: Encouraging the uptake of Circular Economy Initiatives

    $150 – $190
    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

    WASEC & Impact Seed: Open Door Session

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Join us on Tuesday, 23 April at 9am for a monthly Open Door Session, a new collaboration between the Western Australian Social Enterprise Council (WASEC) and Impact Seed, tailored for all stages of your social enterprise journey. Whether you're a newcomer, a recently approved WASEC member, or an established entrepreneur, these online gatherings are designed to provide the support you need.… Continue reading WASEC & Impact Seed: Open Door Session

    FREE
    Event Series BlueSalt Consulting Webinars

    Project Planning Fundamentals Webinar

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Available dates:  Tuesday, 23rd April 2024 Thursday, 23rd May 2024 Time: 12PM AWST This 90 min free webinar will take you through the fundamentals of how to document the intentions for your strategic projects. If you want to have greater clarity as an organisation about how your key projects will roll out, and learn how to… Continue reading Project Planning Fundamentals Webinar

    FREE

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship – With Lesley Gillespie OAM

    Mannkal Economic Education Foundation 31 Hood Street, Subiaco, WA

    Learn what it takes to turn a small family business into a large network! Learn what it takes to turn a small family business into a large network! Lesley Gillespie co-founded Bakers Delight with her husband Roger. From humble beginnings in 1980 with one bakery in Hawthorn, Lesley turned her business into a network spanning… Continue reading Innovation & Entrepreneurship – With Lesley Gillespie OAM

    FREE

    Achieving Net Zero Through Renewable Energy

    online Western Australia, Australia

    ABOUT Webinar on Achieving Net Zero Through Renewable Energy DATE Tuesday 23 April 2024 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM (UTC+08) LOCATION Online  

    FREE

    CORE on Tour: Innovation in Action

    MineARC Systems

    CORE ON TOUR EDITION: Innovation in Action hosted by MineARC Systems THIS MONTH CORE CONNECT IS GOING ON TOUR! Join us for a site visit to MineArc Systems facility in Kewdale.  Join our upcoming CORE Connect event where we dive into Perth-based innovation and product development. Hosted by MineARC Systems, the leaders of safety and innovative technologies… Continue reading CORE on Tour: Innovation in Action

    FREE

    WA MTP Sector Spotlight on Cortical Dynamics

    Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research Nedlands, WA, Australia

    We invite you to a fireside chat with Perth-based Cortical Dynamic’s Ashley Zimpel & Dr Sunil Belur Nagaraj at our next Spotlight event. Our monthly event series is an opportunity for representatives from across the MTP sector to connect, collaborate and learn about upcoming opportunities, and hear the stories and successes of WA organisations developing… Continue reading WA MTP Sector Spotlight on Cortical Dynamics

    FREE

    Accelerating sports technology & innovation in WA

    45 St Georges Tce 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    This panel session explores the theme of accelerating sports technology innovation in Australia (and more specifically WA), with a focus on funding and support programs for startups. Australia has developed one of the leading sports innovation ecosystems in the world - from world-class facilities and major sports events, to leading sports science, sports systems &… Continue reading Accelerating sports technology & innovation in WA

    Free