WA Innovation Calendar

Henderson Alliance | February 2026 Network & Learn
2026-02-04 17:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Perth) | Old Courthouse, 45 Henderson Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160
This is a key opportunity for professionals in the defence sector to connect, collaborate, and gain valuable insights in a relaxed, engaging setting. Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, this event is your chance to expand your network and explore new opportunities in the industry.
💳 Non-members – $50.00 each
(Limited numbers – first in)
Please note:
Please contact events@hendersonalliance.org.au for Access code to these limited tickets.

From Vision to Approval: Building the Right Regulatory & Clinical Evidence
2026-02-05 07:30 - 09:30 | Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, 6000, Australia
Join the Respiradigm team with guest speaker Hugo LeMessurier for a candid & insightful discussion on regulatory & clinical trials strategy.
In this panel, Respiradigm will share what the team is building and why a robust regulatory and clinical trials strategy is non‑negotiable if you want to move fast without costly missteps.
Expect a candid discussion focused on clarity, sequencing, and capital efficiency, so the next steps are the right steps.

Western Australian Teaching and Learning Forum 2026
2026-02-05 08:00 - 2026-02-06 17:00 | Curtin University
Co-creating the Future: Connection and Collaboration in Higher Education
In an era of rapid change, higher education faces the challenge of reimagining how we teach, learn, and connect. The 2026 Western Australian Teaching and Learning Forum will explore how collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility can shape the future of education.
With educators, professional staff and learning leaders from across the sector coming together for two full days of connection, collaboration and shared practice, we’re looking forward to an inspiring and vibrant Forum in February.

She Built This: Protect your brand - IP Walkthrough
2026-02-05 09:00 - 10:00 | online
Back by popular demand, join us for a special follow-up session walking you through the actual ins and outs of registering your trade mark and protecting your brand.
Join FW and IP Australia for this highly practical walkthrough to clarify and demystify the process. Basically, we’re here to help you do the hardest bit – actually get started.
This session will cover:

A step-by-step walk through of how to register your trade mark and protect your IP
All the common mistakes and how to avoid them
Live questions from the virtual audience

Whether you’re a new business or you’ve been around the block, it’s never too late to protect yourself. You’ll leave this session with confidence and a clear understanding of what you need to do next to protect your genius.

MedChem Australia Round 3 - Application Information Session
2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:00 | online
Join us for an online information session to learn everything you need to know about MedChem Australia’s Round 3 Call for Applications.
MedChem Australia supports Australian researchers by providing access to a high-quality medicinal chemistry and DMPK team to help progress promising early-stage drug discovery projects. While they don’t provide direct funding, successful applicants receive intensive project support valued at an ~80% subsidy.
During this session we will cover:
🔹 An overview of MedChem Australia and our collaborative project model
🔹 Eligibility and project suitability
🔹 How to apply, key dates, and assessment criteria
🔹 Tips for preparing a strong application
🔹 Q&A with the MedChem Australia team
This session is ideal for academic researchers, early-career scientists, tech-transfer teams, and anyone considering submitting an application.

[webinar] Introduction to the R&D Tax Incentive
2026-02-05 11:00 - 12:30 | online
Are you new to the Research and Development Tax Incentive (R&DTI) program?
This introductory webinar on Thursday, 5 February will explain how the program works and what benefits it can offer your business.
What is covered:

the application process
how self-assessment works
eligibility of activities and expenditure
the importance of record-keeping to substantiate claims
how to access further support and resources.

Speakers include R&DTI program experts from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

WASEC Information Session
2026-02-05 14:00 - 15:00 | online
Held every second month, these sessions are your chance to connect, learn and share.
Get an inside look at WASEC, meet fellow social entrepreneurs, ask big questions, explore the world of social enterprise, and let WASEC know how they can better support your impact.

Freo Founders Sundowner @ National Hotel Rooftop Bar
2026-02-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The National Hotel, 98 High Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160
This is a catchup for startup and tech founders who are keen to shoot the breeze with other founders whilst enjoying a drink and taking in the ambience of Fremantle.
This is a casual event with no agenda but with a mission to inspire and help founders grow their businesses by sharing successes, failures and a few laughs.
The group is open to startup founders and founders who have been there and done that, as well as those just starting out and looking for a group to learn from and vent with.

Wholesale Investor: Annual Investor Meetup
2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Parmelia Hilton, 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA, 6000
Catch up with top investors and industry pros in Perth.
Join Steve Torso, Founder and CEO of Wholesale Investor and CapitalHQ, for an evening where he’ll share what he’s observing, reading, and experiencing firsthand – giving you the insights to position yourself ahead of the curve.
This intimate session is designed for sophisticated investors who want to understand where the opportunities are emerging and connect with like=minded investors in their city.
Register here: Wholesale Investor: Annual Investor Meetup

DEADLINE: MedTech Actuator Program
2026-02-06 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Transform your health venture
Created for ambitious Australian early-stage healthcare startups, the Accelerator is a six-month, milestone-driven program designed to accelerate the commercial strategy, team capability, and technology development.
Across two phases, the Accelerator equips founders with the skills, confidence, and practical know-how to lead their startups effectively.
Participants receive hands-on guidance from industry experts, tailored mentoring, and cohort-based accountability standups. These insights translate into real progress as teams validate markets, progress their technology, and refine their go-to-market strategy.
Clear milestones and expert-reviewed data rooms help startups track and leverage momentum and enter fundraising with confidence.

DEADLINE: iPREP 2026 Round 1 - Industry EOIs
2026-02-06 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Does your organization have a complex problem that needs a fresh, research-driven perspective? Partner with iPREP to leverage the specialized expertise of multidisciplinary PhD teams to tackle your business challenges.
Why Industry Leaders Partner with iPREP:

100% IP ownership: You retain all intellectual property created during the project.
Cost-effective innovation: High-level R&D at a fraction of traditional consulting fees.
Risk-free talent pipeline: Evaluate elite researchers for your future workforce.
Biodesign Methodology: Teams trained in specialized problem-solving framework designed for practical, commercially relevant outcomes.

Learn more here

DEADLINE: Tech Ready Women Investment Ready Program
2026-02-06 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
An inclusive, accessible and supportive online program, equipping women with the skills, network and confidence to raise capital and take their innovative businesses to the next level.

This program gives you a clear, practical pathway to:

understand your funding options
prepare properly for investor conversations
build confidence in your pitch, financials and commercial story

So you can move toward capital with clarity, confidence and support!
Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Westpac, there are 20 part-scholarships on offer for participants selected for the program. With this support, the $6,250+GST program fee has been heavily subsidised, leaving you to pay just $1,250+GST.
Learn more and apply before 6 Feb 2026: DEADLINE: Tech Ready Women Investment Ready Program

Perth City Founders Walk - February 2026
2026-02-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Quay Perth, 18 The Esplanade, Perth, WA, 6000
Walk. Talk. Connect. Join the Perth City Founders Walk and meet entrepreneurs, startup & scale-up founders, innovators and business leaders. 5km networking walk through the CBD & riverfront. Starting February 6th 2026 – Every Friday After, 3pm–4pm. $20 registration fee

World Renewable Energy Congress (WREC): 2030 Horizon
2026-02-08 08:00 - 2026-02-11 17:00 | Murdoch University
The World Renewable Energy Congress (WREC) in Western Australia has been a premier energy event since 1999, uniting industries, researchers, and policymakers. It is a major recognised forum for networking between these sectors. Hosted by Murdoch University, WREC fosters global collaboration on innovations and strategies for a zero-carbon future by 2030.
WREC offers a welcome reception, a Swan River gala dinner, and exclusive networking events. Attendees can join free field visits, technical tours, and expert-led instructional forums. This landmark event continues to drive impactful dialogue in renewable energy advancements.
The conference gives delegates the opportunity to either register physically attend or attend online. If a delegate registers to attend Perth and changes his/her mind and wishes to attend remotely then a refund, less a nominal fee, will be given. Conversely an online registration can be upgraded to a personal attendance.

World Renewable Energy Congress Lecture: Renewables Will Save The Planet: How?
2026-02-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Murdoch University
Join Professor Peter Newman for this WREC 2026 public lecture exploring the global and local impacts of our transition to renewable energy
We open the 2026 World Renewable Energy Congress at Murdoch University with a public lecture from Professor Peter Newman AO, Professor of Sustainability at Curtin University exploring the topic ‘Renewables Will Save the World: How?’ This lecture is open to the public, not just conference delegates.

Webinar: The Smart Processing Mine
2026-02-09 11:00 - 12:00 | online
Join Austmine on Monday 9 February as we continue the series with The Smart Processing Mine. Learn how AI, automation, and digital solutions are helping miners maximise yield and optimise plant performance in this session.
Monday 9 February 2026 | 11:00AM AWST

Spacecubed Breakfast Club, February 2026
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Flux, 191 St Georges Tce, Perth, WA, Australia
Start your year with great coffee, meaningful conversations and new connections at our first Spacecubed Breakfast Club for 2026 – Valentines Day edition!
Join on Tuesday 10 February at FLUX, powered by Spacecubed, for a relaxed morning catch-up bringing together founders, freelancers, operators and teams from across our community. Whether you’re reconnecting after the break or meeting new faces for the first time, this is the perfect way to ease into the year ahead.
Come along to share what you’re working on, swap ideas, and build relationships, all over breakfast in one of Perth’s most dynamic coworking spaces.

WiTWA 101 Networking Event
2026-02-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Market Grounds, 10 Telethon Avenue, Perth, WA, 6000
Join for an evening of connection, collaboration, and community to kick off WiTWA’s 2026 events calendar.
This is your chance to be part of an inspiring and welcoming community, where women in technology and related fields come together to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships to start the year strong.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: Market Grounds, Perth WA

Our Ocean, Our Future: A Conversation with Mr Peter Thomson, United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean
2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:30 | The University Club of WA, Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, 6009, Australia
The UWA Oceans Institute is pleased to welcome Mr Peter Thomson, United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, for a public address on the ‘Oceans health and what we are trying to do to fix it’.
Mr Thomson will deliver a personal address on the health of the ocean, the pressures it faces, and the actions required to reverse decline and secure a sustainable and resilient future. The address will be followed by a panel discussion with Professor Christophe Gaudin (Director, UWA Oceans Institute) and special guests, and an audience Q&A.

2026 Perth Biodesign Flagship Program Info Session
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | online
​​​Thinking about applying for the Perth Biodesign 2026 Flagship program? Wondering if it’s right for you?
​​​You’ll learn all about the program structure, what’s involved, how past cohorts went, tips for the application process and the time commitment. You’ll also hear from Biodesign alumni about their experience!

Society for Underwater Technology February ETM
2026-02-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Parmelia Hilton, 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA, 6000
February ETM – Data and Visual Analytics in Subsea Asset Management
This evening will focus on the following three topics:

Subsea Inspection Supported by AI Driven Computer Vision
Data and Visual Analytics in Subsea Asset Management
Vibration Sensor Data Analysis and Visualisation for Asset Management of Subsea Pipelines

Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar 2026
2026-02-12 08:30 - 18:30 | Fraser’s Kings Park, 60 Fraser Avenue, Perth, WA, 6005, Australia
Join CSIRO’s annual Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration seminar (DIME) for Australia’s minerals industry.
Showcasing the latest scientific and technological advances in mineral exploration and ore deposits understanding, hear how innovative R&D is redefining how we discover and develop Australia’s resources.

DEADLINE: LaunchLAB AI
2026-02-13 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
LaunchLAB is a 10 week program designed to accelerate the launch of AI-driven startups. With hands-on mentoring, cutting-edge workshops, and real-world applications, we empower participants to transform ambitious ideas into scalable businesses.
Why join the program

Expert-Led AI Startup Guidance: Benefit from weekly workshops, sprint weekends, and mentorship by AI experts from WADSIH, Microsoft, and Bloom. Personalised guidance ensures rapid startup development.
Launch Scalable AI Products: Each cohort builds, validates, and pitches 1-3 startups per participant, culminating in a showcase to industry leaders.
Comprehensive Curriculum for Success: Master product-market fit, problem definition, and growth strategies in a program structured to refine your business ideas and prototypes in real-time.

https://www.aitai.org.au/programs/launchlab-ai
https://www.bloom.org.au/program/launchlab

DEADLINE: 2026 GRX Industry Awards
2026-02-13 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
The GRX Industry Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership across the resources and mining sectors.
Recognising organisations and individuals driving meaningful impact, these prestigious awards highlight individuals and organisations leading the way in the resources industry, celebrating innovation, impactful solutions, and success.

DEADLINE: SOUTHSTART 2026 Sponsorships
2026-02-13 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
This 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, First Nations organisations, and women working in innovation and entrepreneurship are strongly encouraged.
To learn more and apply to attend SOUTHSTART 2026 with Meshpoints support, submit your expression of interest here by February 13, 2026.

DEADLINE: Startmate Launch Club
2026-02-15 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Validate 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 need to turn a problem into a business solution with serious potential – and fast.
Open to anyone wanting to start a startup in ANZ. Mandatory program sessions are virtual, with a number of in-person events based in Melbourne / Sydney.

DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow: Farm and Food Technology
2026-02-15 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Innovate 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 R&D collaboration and key considerations at each step.
Applying this knowledge to advance your technology or R&D concept.
Gaining industry insights, hearing from experts, researchers and your R&D coach.
Collaborating with like-minded SMEs and expanding your professional network.

GRDC Grains Research Update – Perth
2026-02-16 08:30 - 2026-02-17 17:00 | Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Western Australia, 6100, Australia
A 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 on 16 and 17 February at Optus Stadium. The Grains Research Updates are a premier event in the WA grains industry calendar, with around 750 attending each year.

Business News 2026 Leaders Summit
2026-02-17 06:45 - 14:00 | The Westin, 4480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
Building 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 a thoughtfully curated program of keynote addresses, insightful interviews, and dynamic panel discussions featuring some of the state’s most respected leaders.
Don’t miss this exceptional chance to connect with Western Australia’s business community, gain valuable perspectives from leading voices, and strengthen your professional network across Perth’s corporate landscape.

Innovative engineering in practice across health and energy
2026-02-17 08:45 - 16:00 | Engineers Australia, 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth
This 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, analysis and rehabilitation technologies are improving clinical outcomes, supporting surgeons and care teams, and enabling patients with complex needs to return meaningfully to the community.
By attending this presentation, attendees will:

understand how bioengineering and rehabilitation technologies are applied in clinical environments to improve patient care and outcomes
recognise the role of additive manufacturing as a complementary tool in modern manufacturing, enabling new design and production opportunities
gain insight into transmission line planning and infrastructure developments required to support increasing renewable energy penetration in Western Australia
appreciate how technological advances have transformed anaesthesia practice, highlighting the intersection of engineering, physics and healthcare.
