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DEADLINE: SOUTHSTART 2026 Sponsorships
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipThis opportunity is open to both founders and ecosystem leaders who are actively contributing to WA’s innovation and entrepreneurship landscape. Meshpoints are interested to hear from individuals and organisations working in: Innovation and entrepreneurship support Community and ecosystem building Impact, policy or research Investment and capital access Regional and place-based innovation Applications from regional WA, […]
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DEADLINE: Startmate Launch Club
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorValidate your idea, gain early traction and learn to pitch your startup Launch Club will help you move faster than you ever thought was possible. From Day 1, you'll be driven by customer obsession, surrounded by mentors and have access to resources every founder dreams of. It gives you the momentum, connections, and guidance you […]
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DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow: Farm and Food Technology
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorInnovate to Grow is a free 8-week online, self-paced learning program for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on innovative ideas in farm and food technology. This program will assist you in: Refining your innovation idea and learning how to transform it into an R&D opportunity. Accessing tools and information for a comprehensive understanding of […]
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GRDC Grains Research Update – Perth
Optus Stadium 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Western Australia, AustraliaA two-day program showcasing the latest research, technology, market development and innovations to improve the productivity and profitability of the WA grains industry. The 2026 Perth Update will be held […]
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Business News 2026 Leaders Summit
The Westin 4480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaBuilding on the success of our renowned Business News Success and Leadership series, the Leaders Summit is designed for senior executives, entrepreneurs, and prominent decision-makers. This premier event will explore the critical challenges, emerging trends, and new opportunities shaping Western Australia’s business landscape. Running as a half-day event, the summit begins with breakfast, followed by […]
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Innovative engineering in practice across health and energy
Engineers Australia 77 St Georges Terrace, PerthThis full-day event showcases how innovative engineering is being applied across diverse sectors, from healthcare and advanced manufacturing to energy infrastructure. The morning sessions focus on bioengineering, highlighting the critical role biomedical and clinical engineers play in patient care within Western Australia’s public health system. Through real-world case studies, presenters will demonstrate how advanced design, […]
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METS Space Cluster
onlineJoin Austmine and AROSE for the next meeting of the METS Space Cluster Tuesday 17 Feb 2026 | 1pm - 2pm AEDT This Cluster brings together professionals from Space/ METS and Mining to connect, share knowledge and insights and identify pathways for future collaboration.
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“Solving the wicked problem of the gap from research to translation”- Dr. Noel Chambers, CEO, National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation
QEII Medical Centre Verdun Street, Nedlands, WALearn about NFMRI’s strategy, grants and processes. With a focus on supporting translation across the ‘valley of death’, NFMRI CEO, Dr. Noel Chambers will explain how research applicants can increase […]
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Emergence 2026: Life Science Sydney Investor Day [online]
onlineLife Sciences & MedTech Investor Focus Day 1 is designed exclusively for investors seeking access to the next wave of medical technologies, biotechnologies, and pharmaceuticals that are shaping global healthcare. MedTech innovation Biotechnology breakthroughs Pharmaceuticals & drug discovery Digital health & AI in healthcare Advanced diagnostics Online registration is available via the CapitalHQ platform: Livestreams […]
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DEADLINE: Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Program
Apply onlineDEADLINE: FundingWomen in STEM and Entrepreneurship grants encourage participation of girls and women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics leading to STEM education and careers. What do you get? Grants between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship. Who is this for? Australian businesses, publicly funded research organisations, […]
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DEADLINE: iPREP 2026 Round 1 – Student EOIs
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorGain hands-on experience in an industry setting, giving you the ability to apply theory and skills to thrive in a practical research environment. Benefits: An industry placement working in a team on a defined project A scholarship package (subject to university approval and eligibility conditions) Weekly mentoring tailored to project and team specifics Weekly training […]
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National Industry PhD Information Session
Curtin CBD Precinct 137 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaCurtin University is hosting a National Industry PhD Information Session for industry partners, researchers and organisations interested in innovation, R&D and workforce development. The National Industry PhD Program brings universities […]
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Aeroecology: challenges, opportunities and its societal relevance
Murdoch UniversityUniversity of Amsterdam Professor Judy Shamoun-Baranes shares insights from her study of Aeoecology and its relevance in society. The first event as part of the Murdoch University HBI Visiting Scholar […]
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Emergence 2026 Investment Conference [online]
onlineEmergence is a flagship annual conference, bringing together the largest gathering of investors and high-growth companies, exploring impactful themes that resonate with investors, Family Offices, Fund Managers and growth-oriented companies. […]
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Fields & Fortunes- Regional Business Forum 2026
Gnowangerup Sporting Complex Gnowangerup, WAThe Fields and Fortunes Regional Business Forum 2026 is a one-day event bringing together business owners, leaders, innovators and changemakers from across the Great Southern to connect, learn and explore how technology is shaping the next chapter of regional business. With a strong focus on practical innovation, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, this forum is […]
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WA RNA Salon Seminar & Networking Event
Bayliss Building, UWA 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley, Western Australia, AustraliaJoin for the first Seminar & networking event for 2026. Guest speaker, Dr Selene Fernandez Valverde joins from Sydney. Dr Fernandez is a genomic scientist and bioinformatician at the UNSW RNA Institute and School of Biotechnology and Biomecular Sciences where she leads the RegRNALab. Her research focuses on non-coding RNAs and their role in the […]
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Perth Landing Pad: Virtual Information Session
onlineThe Perth Landing Pad program is open year-round to companies from around the world, including startups, established businesses, SMEs and scale-ups. It is well suited to high-growth companies looking to expand into the APAC region, as well as SMEs seeking to enter and grow within the Australian market. In this online information session we will […]
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CORE Connect – February
Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, AustraliaBuild It or Kill It is a CORE Connect event designed to help founders, operators and industry partners sense-check real ideas before investing more time, money or energy. A small […]
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Seminar #1: The “stupid” decisions guaranteed to kill your startup
onlineJoin us for this brutally honest, highly practical webinar built around real world case studies of founders who did everything they thought was right… and still walked away with scars, sunk costs, and very expensive lessons. This is your chance to learn from their stories so you don’t repeat the same errors. Guess what? You’re […]
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What Investors Want: Capital Raising in 2026
onlineWhat are investors looking for in 2026? The bar for capital raising has never been higher. With greater competition, and AI making timelines from MVP to market much faster, the funding landscape for 2026 looks very different from even a few years ago. For funding, this means increased selectivity, heightened due diligence and a focus on clear pathways to revenue, adding new pressure for founders. So what do founders need to know? And what do investors really want? Join us online this […]
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CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI) Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, AustraliaMaster the fundamental skills and techniques that will pivot your mindset to turning problems into solutions. The CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp is a comprehensive and interactive two-day, hands-on training course […]
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Hydrogen Pathways: Scaling the Value Chain for a Net-Zero Industry
onlineOn 24 February, from 10:00 to 11:30 CET, the Net-Zero Industries Mission (NIM), the Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation (AFID), and the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) will jointly host a webinar dedicated to the hydrogen value chain. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of how hydrogen ecosystems are being developed and scaled, with a […]
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An evening with John Van Der Wielen, FHRI Fund Advisory Council Chair
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, AustraliaThe WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub is delivering an exciting Spotlight event in February featuring John Van Der Wielen, Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund Advisory Council Chair. The FHRI Fund is a major WA Government initiative, backed by sovereign wealth, to fund health and medical research, innovation, and commercialisation. Join John and our […]
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Mobilising WA’s GreenTech Ecosystem: Meet the WA GreenTech Hub
Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, AustraliaHear from the recently launched Western Australian GreenTech Hub, about their mission to support green entrepreneurship and innovation in WA. The Hub hosts innovation challenges to help solve WA’s most pressing sustainability issues. These challenges see participants develop solutions that align directly to the needs of industry and communities, whilst accelerating their own enterprises. Learn […]
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DEADLINE: Blackbird Foundry Program
Apply onlineDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorFoundry is Blackbird’s launchpad for ambitious researchers who want to test a science-led startup idea and level up fast. Program cost: Free. Time commitment: 8 weeks, minimum 4 hour weekly commitment. Cohort size: 10 teams per cohort. Location: Hybrid (online + in-person sessions in Australia). Funding: $1k non-dilutive per team. We take no equity. Prize […]
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Brew Hub and Connect at the AARP
Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct Pederick Rd, Neerabup, WABrewHub and Connect & Autonomo Training Academy Launch - Feb 25 Celebrating the official launch of the Autônomo Training Academy at the AARP, adding another milestone to the precinct and further strengthening the community. This morning tea style event is a fantastic opportunity to meet and connect with current AARP Users, key stakeholders and the […]
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Maximising your chances for grant success with CRC-P Round 19
onlineMTPConnect invites you to a practical webinar designed to help you build competitive Cooperative Research Centres-Projects (CRC-P) applications, delivered through our WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub (WALSIH), Adelaide Intermediary Program […]
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AI Innovation Summit Australia-India
Consulate General of India 12 St Georges Terrace, India, Western Australia, AustraliaThe AI Innovation Summit Australia-India returns for its second edition, building on the inaugural event held in August 2023. This summit is part of the International AI Innovation Summits Series, […]
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Humans Behind Tech: John Sinistaj – CTO, AFL
onlineWhere technology meets the humans who make it work - ACS x What The Heck Is Tech Series Join ACS, the AFL and What the Heck is Tech for a […]
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GreenTech Hub Summer Sundowner
The Point Rooftop Bar & Restaurant 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth WA 6004Since its launch in August 2025, the WA GreenTech Hub has been driving innovation, building connections and supporting the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future for Western Australia. Now, […]
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