Industry Tour of the Western Trade Coast - Tour, Talk and Lunch
2025-09-10 09:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Perth) | Gary Holland Centre, 19 Kent Street, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
The Western Trade Coast Industry Tour, offers timely insights into WA’s evolving industrial and energy landscape.
Held alongside the 24th Energy in Western Australia Conference, this tour aligns with the broader theme of Progressing WA’s Energy Economy with Confidence & Pace. It’s a practical opportunity to explore how strategic precincts shape the state’s energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing future.
This half-day tour provides a grounded overview of the Western Trade Coast, one of WA’s most important industrial corridors. Participants will visit key locations such as the Australian Marine Complex, Westport, and emerging clean energy hubs.
Tour Highlights:

Australian Marine Complex, Henderson – Defence, shipbuilding, and AUKUS
Kwinana & Rockingham Industrial Areas – Energy and industry in transition
Latitude 32 – Land supply and logistics integration
Westport – Perth’s next-generation port development
Energy & Renewables – Hydrogen, battery materials, and future industries
Infrastructure Pipeline – Road, rail, and planning updates
Live Q&A on board – Engage with industry commentators throughout the journey

Designed for professionals across infrastructure, energy, logistics, and government, the tour offers insight, connection, and real-time context.

INVESTinWA | Investing in Innovation Seminar | Bunbury
2025-09-10 09:30 - 15:30 | Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 15 Stirling Street, Bunbury, Western Australia, 6230, Australia
In collaboration with the South West Angels and supported by the Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BGCCI), INVESTinWA is proud to present a unique seminar on best practices and opportunities in innovation investing.
Free to attend and includes a light networking lunch, this seminar will help you understand why innovation matters, who is driving innovation, and where the investment opportunities lie.

Hear from industry practitioners in innovation investing, specialists in finance and tax considerations and legal agreement issues.
Understand why innovation matters, who is innovating and the opportunities in innovation investing.
Assess your own strengths, gaps, And preferences to start building your own individual investment thesis as a guard rail to guide your choices – where you wish to get your share in WA’s innovation.

WA BioCheers with Orthocell
2025-09-10 17:00 - 19:30 | Fraser’s Kings Park, 60 Fraser Avenue, Perth, WA, 6005, Australia
BioCheers brings together AusBiotech members and non-members in the life sciences, including therapeutics, medical technology (devices and diagnostics), digital health, and agri-biotech sectors.
These informal networking events provide an opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues, share ideas, build relationships and make new contacts in Western Australia’s vibrant biotechnology community.

Clean Energy Council: Perth Member Mixer
2025-09-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Perth WA, Western Australia, Australia
Join colleagues for an evening of engaging discussion and high-quality networking at the Clean Energy Council’s Perth Member Mixer.
Open to members and non-members alike, this event offers a valuable opportunity to foster collaboration, share knowledge and strengthen connections with peers from across Western Australia’s clean energy industry.

24th Energy in Western Australia Conference
2025-09-11 08:00 - 2025-09-12 17:00 | The Ritz Carlton, 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
The Energy in WA Conference has been the State’s premier energy event since 1996. Proudly hosted by the Australian Institute of Energy (Perth branch) and Energy Policy WA (Government of Western Australia), this highly popular conference is organised by the local energy industry for the local energy industry.

Learn more HERE

Reverse Industry Pitches & Student Elevator Pitch Competition
2025-09-11 17:00 - 21:00 | online, Australia
​Tin Alley Ventures’ and Nucleate Australia invite you on September 11th to join the Reverse Pitch & Elevator Pitch Competition.
​What do investors actually want to fund in early-stage biotech? What wild ideas are students keeping to themselves?
​Hear directly from investors, incubators, and industry leaders pitching their unmet needs.
Event will take place at Melbourne Connect in Victoria but will be live streamed for interstate attendees.

2025 WA Energy Awards Gala Dinner
2025-09-11 18:00 - 23:00 | Fraser’s Restaurant, 60 Fraser Ave, West Perth, 6005, Australia
The AIE Perth and the City of Perth are proud to host the 2025 WA Energy Awards as part of the 24th Energy in WA Conference.
This event is proudly brought to you by the Perth Branch of the Australian Institute of Energy and the City of Perth, and supported by Women in Energy (WiE) and Young Energy Professionals (YEP) Perth.
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The WA Energy Awards celebrates the efforts of employees and companies in the energy sector. These Awards recognise the importance of sharing innovation, best practice, continuous improvement and celebrating the successes of employees and initiatives.

From Vision to Reality: Making Decarbonisation Happen
2025-09-12 07:00 - 08:45 | The Ritz Carlton, 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Join Young Energy Professionals and Women in Energy Perth for breakfast on Day 2 of the 24th Energy in Western Australia Conference.
Engage in a panel discussion that talks through the practical drivers of project success – from building early alignment to responding to unexpected risks. Panelists will share what they’ve learned from both wins and setbacks, helping attendees understand what really matters when it comes to turning decarbonisation ambition into results.

RKCC Mineral Resources Regional Business Awards
2025-09-13 18:30 - 23:30 | Gary Holland Centre, 19 Kent Street, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
The 2025 RKCC Mineral Resources Regional Business awards paid tribute to a number of businesses working, trading and buying locally within the Rockingham and Kwinana region. This premier event is designed to celebrate local business success, highlight business efforts, recognise performance and innovative achievements personally and professionally throughout the year.
Learn more and register here

Webinar: The Digital Mine Plan
2025-09-15 12:00 - 14:00 | online, Australia
The mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by automation, digital systems, AI and sustainability.
Join on Monday 15 September to continue with The Digital Mine Plan. This session explores how advanced digital technologies are shaping the way mines are designed, optimised, and developed before operations even begin.
Webinar Details: Monday 15 September 2025 | 2:00PM AEST
Webinar: The Digital Mine Plan

More Mining Innovation Across the Lifecycle Series Events

Webinar: The Intelligent Mine – Monday 24 November 2025
Webinar: The Smart Processing Mine – Monday 9 February 2026
Webinar: The Mine Beyond Operations – Monday 30 March 2026
Webinar: The Reimagined Mine – Monday 15 June 2026

WA-Japan Conversation Series: Accelerating WA's AI ambitions
2025-09-15 17:30 - 19:30 | KPMG, 235 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia
The Australia-Japan Business Council (AJBCWA) is delighted to host Hon. Stephen Dawson, Minister for Science & Innovation.
Minister Dawson will be sharing his unique insights into the WA Government’s vision and strategy for Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Additionally, Minister Dawson will discuss opportunities for WA in Japan’s quest to become the world’s most AI-friendly country.
Proudly supported by professional services firm KPMG, this unique and timely networking event is a can’t miss for Perth’s business community.

Building your best tender response workshop
2025-09-16 09:00 - 10:00 | online, Australia
This session will provide businesses with practical steps for developing stronger tender responses and build their understanding of the process for lodging a tender submission.
What you’ll learn:

a brief overview of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
how Australian Government organisations approach the market
best practices for responding to an approach to market
tender writing tips and key elements for a successful response
common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

Exploring Automation Pathways for the Grains Industry
2025-09-16 11:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
Join for an engaging panel discussion as part of the GRDC Grain Automate Project, where we explore how the grains industry can accelerate its journey toward automation.
GRDC’s Vision: To empower 80% of Australian grain growers with the knowledge, skills, data, infrastructure, and governance needed to successfully integrate autonomous field-based agricultural machines into their farming systems.
Seminar Focus: To help achieve this ambitious goal, the following questions will be asked:What can the grains industry learn from other sectors that have successfully adopted automation? What challenges did they face – and how do those compare to the hurdles in grains? How can their experiences inform the grains sector on their pathway to increased automation?
This is a unique opportunity to hear from experts across industries, on how we can shape the future of more autonomous grains farming in Australia.
Who Should Attend: Growers, agronomists, researchers, tech developers, and anyone interested in the future of agricultural automation.

BHP Xplor Online Information Session
2025-09-16 16:00 - 18:00 | online, Australia
Funding for early-stage exploration is a huge challenge for the mining sector, which is facing a severe discovery deficit at precisely the time we need to find more metals to feed the energy transition.
BHP’s answer to this acute challenge is BHP Xplor, a global accelerator program targeting innovative, early-stage mineral exploration companies looking for the critical resources necessary to drive the energy transition.
To learn more about BHP Xplor join this free-to-attend webinar.

ASME Webinar: Clinician by Day, Startup by Night
2025-09-16 17:30 - 19:00 | online, Australia
Hear from clinicians balancing healthcare work with entrepreneurship

📅 Tuesday 16th September 2025
🕕 7.30pm – 9.00pm AEST

EduFest WA 2025
2025-09-17 08:00 - 2025-09-18 17:00 | The Bloom Centre for Youth Innovation, 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Explore the Changing Landscape of Education with EduFest WA.
As a leading West Australian education conference, EduFest WA has been designed to empower educators as they develop a culture of innovation in their school communities, fostering a new generation of creative problem solvers and critical thinkers who are ready to tackle the challenges of the future.
Through workshops, seminars, and hands-on activities, EduFest WA attendees will have the chance to learn from industry leaders and experts, as well as collaborate and network with other educators. EduFest WA is a unique opportunity for educators to enhance their knowledge and understanding of intrapreneurship, innovation, design thinking, and entrepreneurship education, enabling them to teach these 21st-century skills with confidence.

Regenerative Food Systems Conference
2025-09-17 08:00 - 2025-09-18 17:30 | Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Western Australia, 6100, Australia
The Regenerative Food Systems Conference will showcase how change within the food and agricultural systems can help address pressing environmental and societal issues by adopting a regenerative approach. Brought to you by Western Australia’s leading advocate of regenerative agriculture, RegenWA Ltd. To address the pressing challenges facing our agriculture and food systems today, while identifying the key changes needed to transform our food systems for a sustainable and healthier future.
Participants will gain insights from real-world, evidence-based strategies to build food systems that are profitable, environmentally sustainable, and deliver quality food. From scientific advances to grassroots solutions, delegates will explore ways to tackle the interconnected challenges of food production, environmental health, and social equity.
The conference will equip participants with actionable knowledge, tools, and valuable connections to drive change to restore land, strengthen communities, and transform the systems that support and depend on farming.
Join us for this dynamic, interdisciplinary event where we will work together to develop actionable solutions that regenerate our food systems, improve human well-being, and build a more sustainable, healthy food future for all.
Regenerative Food Systems Conference

Engineering Ocean Solutions
2025-09-17 08:00 - 2025-09-19 17:00 | Western Australia, WA, Australia
Engineering Ocean Solutions (EOS) is the premier annual festival that attracts engineers, innovators, researchers and leaders who are engineering solutions to ocean-related challenges.
The 3 days of programming includes site study tours, conference, keynote presentations, panel discussions, exhibits, pitches, innovation challenges and social events.
EOS provides the ideal opportunity for collaboration on pre-commercial technologies, cross-sector collaboration and innovations in design, manufacturing and operations.

INVESTinWA | Investing in Innovation Seminar | Geraldton
2025-09-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, 20 Gregory Street, Geraldton, WA, 6530, Australia
In collaboration with the Mid West Development Commission, INVESTinWA is proud to present a unique seminar on best practices and opportunities in innovation investing.
Free to attend and includes a light networking lunch, this seminar will help you understand why innovation matters, who is driving innovation, and where the investment opportunities lie.

Hear from industry practitioners in innovation investing, specialists in finance and tax considerations and legal agreement issues.
Understand why innovation matters, who is innovating and the opportunities in innovation investing.
Assess your own strengths, gaps, And preferences to start building your own individual investment thesis as a guard rail to guide your choices – where you wish to get your share in WA’s innovation.

Recipe for Success: From Curtin to Canva to Clove – Fireside Chat with Anna Guerreo
2025-09-17 12:15 - 13:15 | Curtin University, Australia
From Curtin to Canva to Clove: @Anna Guerrero’s high-growth startup journey
Join Curtin alumna Anna Guerrero for a candid fireside chat on her career path—from being one of Canva’s first hires, to progressing to a VP role, and now co-founding the AI-powered recipe and meal-planning app Clove.kitchen, backed by $4.15M in funding. Don’t miss this chance to hear Anna’s story, ask questions and connect with the Curtin Entrepreneurs community.
Wednesday 17 September | 12:15–1.15pm
Ken Hall Lecture Theatre, Curtin Bentley
Learn more and register here

Battery Breakthrough Initiative - Launch Webinar 2
2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:00 | online, Australia
The $500 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative (BBI) has been announced, a Budget measure announced by the Australian Government in May 2024 and a central part of the National Battery Strategy also released in May.
BBI aims to enhance Australia’s battery manufacturing capability and commercialise battery manufacturing processes and technologies. BBI is a $500 million funding program to support and grow battery manufacturing in Australia.
ARENA will deliver the program and has designed the guidelines in consultation with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) following consultation with industry and other stakeholders.

IICA Bunbury Technology Expo 2025
2025-09-17 14:00 - 18:30 | Regional Entertainment Centre, 2 Blair St, Bunbury, WA, Australia
Come find out the latest solutions and innovations from over 30+ exhibitors, including event sponsors.
As industries transform under the influence of emerging trends and technological innovations, professionals are challenged to stay ahead by adopting cutting-edge solutions, enhancing operational efficiency, and prioritising sustainability. The Expo addresses these evolving demands, offering a comprehensive look at the latest advancements in control, measurement, automation, and robotics, with opportunities to explore:

Efficient Operations: Discover tools and systems designed to optimise processes, reduce downtime, and enhance productivity.
Automation & Robotics: Learn about advancements in automation and robotics and how they’re driving smarter, more adaptable operations.
Safety Standards & Practices: Understand the latest safety protocols and solutions for working with cutting-edge technologies in industrial environments.
Sustainability and Digitalisation: Explore innovations that enable sustainable practices through digital transformation and energy-efficient solutions.
Measurement and Control: See how precision measurement and control systems are being used to improve quality and operational outcomes.

Webinar: Blue Economy Symposium (OMAE 2025 Vancouver)
2025-09-17 16:00 - 17:30 | online, Australia
The Blue Economy Symposium is an event focused on the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic development, often featuring research and discussions on topics such as aquaculture, renewable energy, and offshore technology. The Blue Economy Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) has been actively involved in organising and hosting these symposia, including those held as part of OMAE (International Conference on Ocean, Offshore, and Arctic Engineering).
This webinar will highlight five presentations from the Blue Economy Symposium in Vancouver, Canada, held at OMAE2025, providing an opportunity to hear high-quality research and gain insights from industry leaders on the current and future directions of the Blue Economy.
Facilitated by Prof Chien Ming Wang and Dr Yunil Chu, The University of Queensland/Blue Economy CRC . Followed by Q&A.
Read more and register

Emergence Creative Collision
2025-09-18 08:00 - 2025-09-19 17:00 | Margaret River HEART, 47 Walcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA, 6285, Australia
This evolution of Emergence Creative will weave together a half-day series of workshops and events around investment, start-ups and tech with day two being an impactful full-day of Emergence Creative conference-style programming with a focus on creativity colliding with tech, innovation and sustainability.
What to expect:
The event will feature keynote presentations, panels, workshops and networking opportunities exploring how design, storytelling, digital innovation and cultural practice can address some of today’s most pressing challenges.
Attendees will engage with experts, build knowledge and capacity, and identify clear priorities for skills development. The conference provides accessible pathways to industry knowledge and networks, practical skills development aimed at sustainable career building and panels exploring the challenges creatives face in generating income and building audiences .
More details on official website

SERD Information Session
2025-09-18 08:30 - 09:30 | online, Australia
Consultation for the Strategic Examination of Research and Development (R&D) had strong engagement from stakeholders across Australia.
The Australian Government appointed a panel of experts to complete a strategic examination of Australia’s R&D system. Issue papers have been released following the receipt of submissions. Join this information session, led by members of the SERD expert panel on Thursday 18 September.

Future proofing the planet - Careers powering the energy transition
2025-09-18 09:45 - 10:30 | online, Australia
Whether you’re a student mapping your path, an educator guiding future change makers, or someone curious about a meaningful STEM career, this is your chance to explore how science and engineering are creating a better world — and how you can be part of it.
Key topics:

Explore the critical technologies driving the shift to net zero – and the STEM skills needed to lead it.
Hear firsthand from experts shaping Australia’s energy future in engineering, science, and technology fields.
Learn how your future career can help power a cleaner, fairer and more sustainable planet.

Discover Engage Connect @ UWA Data Institute Research Bytes
2025-09-18 13:50 - 17:00 | UWA Oceans Institute, Fairway, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Join us as UWA researchers share the latest developments across data-driven science, engineering, health, and the humanities. This is your chance to see how UWA researchers are tackling complex challenges, building cross-disciplinary collaborations, and creating new opportunities for industry engagement.

With speakers ranging from early-career researchers and field-leading academics, this Research Bytes session offers a front-row seat to some of the most exciting data-driven research happening in WA. This is a great opportunity for industry, academia and the community to better understand where data meets impact – this is a session you won’t want to miss.

Engineers Australia: Empowering the energy transition digitally
2025-09-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Engineers Australia, 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Australia
Join industry peers and innovators to discover how digitisation is unlocking new levels of efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across the utility sector.
From accelerating renewables integration to optimising grid performance, explore real-world strategies powering the next generation of energy infrastructure. Through real-life case studies and solution deep dives, you’ll see how utilities are transforming their planning, design, and construction workflows using cutting-edge technologies. This series will showcase powerful tools like MicroStation for precision design, PLS for transmission planning, OpenUtilities Designer for network modelling, Substation for intelligent electrical design, and Cesium for immersive 3D geospatial visualisation, along with many more solutions designed to drive smarter, faster, and more sustainable energy infrastructure delivery.
This event is designed specifically for designers, construction professionals, and asset owners working across the energy and utilities sector.
You do not need to be an Engineers Australia member to attend.

Cyber Connect
2025-09-18 17:00 - 19:30 | The Globe, 495/497 Wellington Street, PERTH, WA, 6000, Australia
A monthly cyber security leaders’ forum to discuss critical challenges, share insights, and find collaborative solutions.
Cyber Connect is the ultimate platform for fostering collaboration, addressing critical challenges, and sharing invaluable insights across organizations. Each month, we explore a new cybersecurity challenge , allowing thought leaders to engage and innovate.

WA Health Hackathon 2025
2025-09-19 08:00 - 2025-09-21 17:00 | Curtin University, Australia
Collaborate with other innovators at this year’s Health Hackathon to create real-world solutions that’ll transform WA’s healthcare system.
Are you ready to make a real impact on Western Australia’s healthcare system? The WA Health Hackathon 2025—presented by the WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) in partnership with the Department of Health and key industry stakeholders—is your opportunity to turn groundbreaking ideas into action.
This event brings together innovators and AI enthusiasts to tackle pressing challenges across our healthcare system. Armed with synthetic data and guided by expert mentors, participants will collaborate on real-world problems—developing prototypes that have the potential to transform patient care and operational efficiency.
Whether you’re a student, developer, data scientist, healthcare professional, or creative thinker, this hackathon offers the perfect chance to apply your skills for meaningful change. Plus, compete for exciting prizes and ongoing support to scale your solution beyond the event.
Learn more and register here
