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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Startmate Launch Club
DESCRIPTION:Validate your idea\, gain early traction and learn to pitch your startup \nLaunch 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. \nOpen 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.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-startmate-launch-club/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260215T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260215T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow: Farm and Food Technology
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program will assist you in: \n\nRefining your innovation idea and learning how to transform it into an R&D opportunity.\nAccessing tools and information for a comprehensive understanding of R&D collaboration and key considerations at each step.\nApplying this knowledge to advance your technology or R&D concept.\nGaining industry insights\, hearing from experts\, researchers and your R&D coach.\nCollaborating with like-minded SMEs and expanding your professional network.\n\n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-innovate-to-grow-farm-and-food-technology/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260216T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T170000
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SUMMARY:GRDC Grains Research Update – Perth
DESCRIPTION:A two-day program showcasing the latest research\, technology\, market development and innovations to improve the productivity and profitability of the WA grains industry. \nThe 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.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/grdc-grains-research-update-perth/
LOCATION:Optus Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T064500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260118T044221Z
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SUMMARY:Business News 2026 Leaders Summit
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRunning 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. \nDon’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.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/business-news-2026-leaders-summit/
LOCATION:The Westin\, 4480 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260126T043512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T043512Z
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SUMMARY:Innovative engineering in practice across health and energy
DESCRIPTION:This full-day event showcases how innovative engineering is being applied across diverse sectors\, from healthcare and advanced manufacturing to energy infrastructure.  \nThe 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. \nBy attending this presentation\, attendees will: \n\nunderstand how bioengineering and rehabilitation technologies are applied in clinical environments to improve patient care and outcomes\nrecognise the role of additive manufacturing as a complementary tool in modern manufacturing\, enabling new design and production opportunities\ngain insight into transmission line planning and infrastructure developments required to support increasing renewable energy penetration in Western Australia\nappreciate how technological advances have transformed anaesthesia practice\, highlighting the intersection of engineering\, physics and healthcare.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/innovative-engineering-in-practice-across-health-and-energy/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia\, 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
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SUMMARY:METS Space Cluster
DESCRIPTION:Join Austmine and AROSE for the next meeting of the METS Space Cluster\nTuesday 17 Feb 2026 | 1pm – 2pm AEDT \nThis Cluster brings together professionals from Space/ METS and Mining to connect\, share knowledge and insights and identify pathways for future collaboration.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/mets-space-cluster-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T051103Z
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SUMMARY:“Solving the wicked problem of the gap from research to translation”- Dr. Noel Chambers\, CEO\, National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Learn 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 their chances of success when applying for NFMRI support. \nThis is an interactive presentation which explores current philanthropic giving/culture and expectations. It will address early translational research pathways\, gaps and how NFMRI’s strategy supports preclinical research to become attractive and competitive when seeking next-step partners that can bring your innovations to communities in need.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/solving-the-wicked-problem-of-the-gap-from-research-to-translation-dr-noel-chambers-ceo-national-foundation-for-medical-research-and-innovation/
LOCATION:QEII Medical Centre\, Verdun Street\, Nedlands\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
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SUMMARY:Emergence 2026: Life Science Sydney Investor Day [online]
DESCRIPTION:Life Sciences & MedTech Investor Focus\nDay 1 is designed exclusively for investors seeking access to the next wave of medical technologies\, biotechnologies\, and pharmaceuticals that are shaping global healthcare. \n\n\n\nMedTech innovation\nBiotechnology breakthroughs\nPharmaceuticals & drug discovery\nDigital health & AI in healthcare\nAdvanced diagnostics\n\n\n\nOnline registration is available via the CapitalHQ platform: \n\nLivestreams of panel sessions\, keynotes\, and company presentations\nVirtual deal rooms for presenting companies\nA virtual networking zone to connect with other attendees\, exhibitors\, and speakers\n\nLearn more and register: https://emergence.wholesaleinvestor.com/home
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/emergence-2026-life-science-sydney-investor-day-online/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20251126T055158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T055158Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Program
DESCRIPTION:Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grants encourage participation of girls and women in science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics leading to STEM education and careers. \nWhat do you get?\nGrants between $1\,000\,000 and $2\,000\,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship. \nWho is this for?\nAustralian businesses\, publicly funded research organisations\, vocational education and training providers\, TAFE institutions and not-for-profit organisations to deliver projects that support women and girls to build STEM skills and succeed in STEM education and careers. \nAbout the program\nThe Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship program supports investment in gender equity initiatives that aim for lasting systemic change by eliminating barriers for women’s participation in STEM education and careers\, and entrepreneurship. \nThe grant opportunity provides funding to deliver co-designed projects that: \n\nreduce and/or mitigate systemic and cultural barriers to participation in STEM education\, careers\, innovation and entrepreneurship by girls and women\nreduce the multiplier effect of intersectional barriers to participation\, development and leadership of girls and women in STEM education\, careers\, innovation and entrepreneurship\naddress inequality or discrimination against girls and women in STEM education\, careers\, innovation and/or entrepreneurship\, by either:\n\nincreasing awareness and understanding of the barriers to participation of girls and women in STEM education\, careers\, innovation and/or entrepreneurship\nincreasing participation\, development and leadership of girls and women in STEM education\, careers\, innovation and entrepreneurship\, including senior leadership and decision-making positions in government\, research organisations\, industry and businesses\nbroadening and strengthening networks and support for girls and women in STEM education\, careers\, innovation and entrepreneurship.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-women-in-stem-and-entrepreneurship-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260111T093542Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: iPREP 2026 Round 1 - Student EOIs
DESCRIPTION:Gain hands-on experience in an industry setting\, giving you the ability to apply theory and skills to thrive in a practical research environment. \nBenefits: \n\nAn industry placement working in a team on a defined project\nA scholarship package (subject to university approval and eligibility conditions)\nWeekly mentoring tailored to project and team specifics\nWeekly training in Biodesign methodology & professional skills\nA flexible participation mode (in-person\, remote or combination)\nConnections with industry & potential employment opportunities\n\nLearn more here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-iprep-2026-round-1-students/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator,DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T115000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260126T013456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T013456Z
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SUMMARY:National Industry PhD Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Curtin University is hosting a National Industry PhD Information Session for industry partners\, researchers and organisations interested in innovation\, R&D and workforce development. \nThe National Industry PhD Program brings universities and businesses together to co-design research that tackles real-world challenges\, embeds PhD candidates across both environments\, and translates research into practical outcomes. \nThe session will cover:\n• How the National Industry PhD Program works\n• What’s required from industry partners\n• Funding and eligibility considerations\n• University support and candidate embedment\n• Examples of current National Industry PhD projects \nRegister here: National Industry PhD Information Session at Curtin University\, 18 Feb 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/national-industry-phd-information-session/
LOCATION:Curtin CBD Precinct\, 137 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
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SUMMARY:Aeroecology: challenges\, opportunities and its societal relevance
DESCRIPTION:University of Amsterdam Professor Judy Shamoun-Baranes shares insights from her study of Aeoecology and its relevance in society. \nThe first event as part of the Murdoch University HBI Visiting Scholar Lecture Series \nThrough several examples of long term collaboration and societal engagement\, Judy will demonstrate how they have used aeroecological research to sup-port aviation safety\, the energy transition and inspire fascination and appreciation for life in the air.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/aeroecology-challenges-opportunities-and-its-societal-relevance/
LOCATION:Murdoch University\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260111T061931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T061931Z
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SUMMARY:Emergence 2026 Investment Conference [online]
DESCRIPTION:Emergence 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. \nIn 2026\, Emergence events will unite over 2\,000 high-net-worth individuals\, family offices\, and institutional investors from across the ASEAN and UK regions\, all seeking access to high-growth and high-yield investment opportunities. \nSecure your Online Ticket to stream all presentations live. You’ll also gain access to the Virtual Networking Zone to connect and exchange ideas with attendees from anywhere in the world.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/emergence-2026-investment-conference-online/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260126T014937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T014937Z
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SUMMARY:Fields & Fortunes- Regional Business Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nWith a strong focus on practical innovation\, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies\, this forum is designed to inspire\, inform and equip regional businesses with tools and ideas they can apply immediately. Whether you’re running a small business\, leading a team\, working in agriculture\, industry or services\, or planning for future growth\, this event will provide real-world insights tailored to regional contexts. \nWhat makes this event special? \n\nA high-calibre speaker lineup led by keynote speaker Julian Moore\, one of Australasia’s leading experts in the practical application of AI\nIndustry experts covering connectivity\, green technology\, robotics\, innovation and creative tech\nLocal case studies showcasing how technology is already being used successfully in regional businesses\nInteractive discussions\, networking opportunities and access to trade booths featuring innovative products and services\nA welcoming regional setting with catering provided and time built in to connect with peers\n\nFeatured Speakers Include: \n\nJulian Moore – Chief AI Consultant\, Strategic Membership Solutions (Keynote)\nMat Lewis – Director\, Creative Tech Village\nBethany Findlay – Regional Development & Engagement Manager\, NBN\nJason McFarlane – Director\, WA GreenTech Innovation Hub\nRenu Kannu – National Robotics & Innovation Leader – Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (CORE Innovation Hub as Operator)\nPlus local business case studies including Burke Perry from BP Imports\n\nLearn more and register here: https://events.humanitix.com/fields-and-fortunes-regional-business-forum-2026 \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fields-fortunes-regional-business-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Gnowangerup Sporting Complex\, Gnowangerup\, WA\, 6335\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260122T012620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T012620Z
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SUMMARY:WA RNA Salon Seminar & Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join for the first Seminar & networking event for 2026. \nGuest speaker\, Dr Selene Fernandez Valverde joins from Sydney. \nDr 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 evolution of gene regulatory landscapes within and across eukaryotes\, with a strong focus on plants. \nThe catering has kindly been sponsored by Merck Life Sciences and the travel funding supported by ARC CoE Plants for Space\, along with annual funding from the RNA Society and Lexogen.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-rna-salon-seminar-networking-event/
LOCATION:Bayliss Building\, UWA\, 35 Stirling Hwy\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T164500
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260206T061833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T061833Z
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SUMMARY:Perth Landing Pad: Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nIn this online information session we will share insights into what the program offers and how it supports international businesses on their expansion journey.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/perth-landing-pad-virtual-information-session/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260219T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260208T022930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T022930Z
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SUMMARY:CORE Connect - February
DESCRIPTION:Build 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. \nA small number of participants will put forward an idea they are genuinely unsure about\, and the room will work through it together — pressure-testing assumptions from customer\, buyer\, operator and funding perspectives. \nThis is not a pitch night and there is no winner; the goal is clarity. \nAttendees will gain practical insight into how ideas are evaluated in the real world\, contribute their experience\, and build meaningful connections through honest\, useful conversation.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/core-connect-februrary/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260220T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260220T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260214T023651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T023651Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar #1: The “stupid” decisions guaranteed to kill your startup
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nGuess what? You’re not special. You are in the same situation as every innovator who came before you – including the 90% who didn’t make it. \nWe cut through the buzz and hype to focus on what actually matters: translating excitement into decisions that hold up in the real world. \nWe’re not promising you’ll be a unicorn by Tuesday. What we are promising is a clear eyed look at exactly how most startups fail\, so you don’t have to repeat their mistakes. \nFriday\, 20 Feb | 12:30pm – 1:3opm AWST | ONLINE  | Register here \nAbout the presenter \nStephen Carroll is a 25-year startup veteran who has seen the good\, the bad\, and the very ugly of Innovation. Thousands of startups and innovation projects have crossed his desk\, giving him a unique insight into the patterns that drive success and the pitfalls that lead to failure. \nIn this session\, Stephen shares the common mistakes founders can avoid and the smart\, grounded decisions that separate those who survive from those who don’t.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/seminar-1-the-stupid-decisions-guaranteed-to-kill-your-startup/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260223T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260223T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
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SUMMARY:What Investors Want: Capital Raising in 2026
DESCRIPTION:What are investors looking for in 2026?  \n​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. \n​So what do founders need to know? And what do investors really want? Join us online this February 23rd as we pick the brains of two investors and a KPMG specialist to unpack what they’re looking for in 2026. \n​This session is designed to give founders the insights and practical actions they need to prepare for the funding environment in the year ahead. \n​You’ll hear from: \n\n\n​Andrew Poesaste\, Partner at Rampersand \n\n\n​Justine Carzino\, Investment Principal at OneVentures \n\n\n​Sarah Josey\, KPMG Partner who has helped early‑stage startups raise with confidence on what she’s hearing on the ground 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/what-investors-want-capital-raising-in-2026/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260223T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260116T023206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T023206Z
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SUMMARY:CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Master 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 focused on experiential learning. You will be immersed in real-world entrepreneurial experiences and introduced to numerous techniques to proactively seek solutions for real-world problems. \nLearn more and register here: CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ceri-entrepreneurial-mindset-bootcamp-4/
LOCATION:The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI)\, Level 1\, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands\, WA 6009\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260224T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260213T030653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T030653Z
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SUMMARY:Hydrogen Pathways: Scaling the Value Chain for a Net-Zero Industry
DESCRIPTION:On 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. \nThis session will provide a comprehensive overview of how hydrogen ecosystems are being developed and scaled\, with a particular focus on hydrogen valleys\, transport infrastructure\, and storage solutions. \nParticipants will gain insights into key technologies\, flagship projects\, and collaborative initiatives and funding that demonstrate how interconnected hydrogen systems can enable large-scale industrial deployment. By showcasing practical approaches and real-world examples\, the webinar will highlight how hydrogen can move from pilot projects to a cornerstone of regional and industrial decarbonisation strategies. \nJoin us to explore how integrated hydrogen value chains can accelerate the clean energy transition\, strengthen energy security\, and enhance the competitiveness of net-zero industries.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/hydrogen-pathways-scaling-the-value-chain-for-a-net-zero-industry/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260129T022907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T022907Z
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SUMMARY:An evening with John Van Der Wielen\, FHRI Fund Advisory Council Chair
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nJoin John and our Director Stakeholder Engagement Dr Tracey Wilkinson as they discuss the Fund’s new strategy\, new programs (including the Spotlight program focused on rheumatic heart disease)\, reflections on the first four years of the Fund and what success looks like for the next four years. \nLearn more and register here: An evening with John Van Der Wielen\, FHRI Fund Advisory Council Chair
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/evening-with-john-van-der-wielen/
LOCATION:Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research\, 6 Verdun Street\, Nedlands\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260111T084709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T084920Z
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SUMMARY:Mobilising WA’s GreenTech Ecosystem: Meet the WA GreenTech Hub
DESCRIPTION:Hear 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. \nLearn about their first challenge\, focused on long duration energy storage to meet WA’s unique energy needs\, and potential future challenges. Come meet the team and other like-minded green entrepreneurs seeking to make a positive impact in WA\, and across the globe. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/mobilising-was-greentech-ecosystem-meet-the-wa-greentech-hub/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morning Startup":MAILTO:contact@morningstartup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260118T031632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T031632Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Blackbird Foundry Program
DESCRIPTION:Foundry is Blackbird’s launchpad for ambitious researchers who want to test a science-led startup idea and level up fast.\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram cost: Free. \n\n\n\n\nTime commitment: 8 weeks\, minimum 4 hour weekly commitment. \n\n\n\n\nCohort size: 10 teams per cohort. \n\n\n\n\nLocation: Hybrid (online + in-person sessions in Australia). \n\n\n\n\nFunding: $1k non-dilutive per team. We take no equity. \n\n\n\n\nPrize Money: $5k final prize for the winning pitc \nApplications close 25 Feb 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-blackbird-foundry-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260201T054457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T054457Z
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SUMMARY:Brew Hub and Connect at the AARP
DESCRIPTION:BrewHub and Connect & Autonomo Training Academy Launch – Feb 25 \nCelebrating the official launch of the Autônomo Training Academy at the AARP\, adding another milestone to the precinct and further strengthening the community. \nThis morning tea style event is a fantastic opportunity to meet and connect with current AARP Users\, key stakeholders and the broader robotics and innovation ecosystem.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/brew-hub-and-connect-at-the-aarp/
LOCATION:Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct\, Pederick Rd\, Neerabup\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260211T061846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T061846Z
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SUMMARY:Maximising your chances for grant success with CRC-P Round 19
DESCRIPTION:MTPConnect 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 (AIP) and Industry Growth Program (IGP) service. \nThis webinar is available exclusively to companies and innovators based in SA and WA\, and/or IGP clients. \nWhat you’ll gain \n\nA clear overview of CRC-P program objectives\, eligibility and partnerships\nWhat assessors value and how to evidence impact\, feasibility\, and collaboration\nCommon mistakes and practical ways to address them\nA real-world case study from a successful CRC-P recipient\nLive Q&A
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/maximising-your-chances-for-grant-success-with-crc-p-round-19/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260208T021944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T021944Z
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation Summit Australia-India
DESCRIPTION:The 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\, run by Innovation Australia in Perth\, and marks the eighth event in the series.  \nRather than focusing only on AI technology itself\, this event is about bringing people together\, founders\, business leaders\, researchers\, policymakers\, and innovators from Australia and India\, to share ideas\, build relationships\, and explore practical collaboration.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ai-innovation-summit-australia-india/
LOCATION:Consulate General of India\, 12 St Georges Terrace\, India\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovate Australia":MAILTO:steve.carroll@innovateaustralia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260201T061731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T061731Z
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SUMMARY:Humans Behind Tech: John Sinistaj - CTO\, AFL
DESCRIPTION:Where technology meets the humans who make it work – ACS x What The Heck Is Tech Series \nJoin ACS\, the AFL and What the Heck is Tech for a fast-paced webinar featuring an insider perspective from one of Australia’s most high-performance organisations. Hear directly from John Sinistaj as they unpack how technology powers performance\, security\, data and fan experiences across the AFL – often under intense pressure and at national scale. \nFrom elite performance and fan engagement to data\, cybersecurity and digital platforms\, this session will explore how technology quietly enables the AFL to operate at scale\, adapt quickly and deliver seamless experiences on and off the field. The conversation will highlight real-world applications of technology and the critical thinking\, problem-solving and collaboration required to make it all work. \nDesigned to be informative\, approachable and practical\, this webinar will unpack complex tech concepts through lived examples\, celebrate the impact of everyday technical expertise\, and connect those insights to broader industry and career pathways. It’s a reminder of how much modern organisations rely on skilled professionals who keep systems running\, innovating and evolving – often out of the spotlight.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/humans-behind-tech-john-sinistaj-cto-afl/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260206T061210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T044920Z
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SUMMARY:GreenTech Hub Summer Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:Since 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. \nNow\, let’s take some time to celebrate! Come and join us on Wednesday 25 February from 4 to 7 PM for a relaxed late-afternoon sundowner where we’ll celebrate our achievements\, share what’s next in energy transitions and bring together stakeholders\, industry partners and the wider community\, while enjoying drinks\, light refreshments and lively conversations in a welcoming and informal setting. \nDon’t miss out\, this is your chance to connect\, reflect and imagine the future together! \nWe’re looking forward to having you there! \nRegister here: https://events.humanitix.com/greentech-summer-sundowner
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/greentech-hub-summer-sundowner/
LOCATION:The Point Rooftop Bar & Restaurant\, 306 Riverside Drive\, East Perth WA 6004\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Awards Night / Celebratory Event,Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192802
CREATED:20260205T015954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T015954Z
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SUMMARY:End of Life and Decommissioning
DESCRIPTION:Speakers from Centre of Decommissioning Australia\, Synergy and SIA Partners join together to discuss best practices for responsibly retiring renewable energy assets and traditional infrastructure. This session highlights the growing need for structured end of life strategies as fleets mature and regulatory expectations evolve. \nLearn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/end-of-life-and-decommissioning-tickets-1982249183669
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/end-of-life-and-decommissioning/
LOCATION:Brookfield Place\, 125 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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