Events
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WiDA WA – Pre-Land Forces Networking + Speaker Jennifer Parker
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Road, Applecross, WA, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupKick off Land Forces week with WiDA WA and hear insights from defence and national security leader Jennifer Parker. Join WiDA WA to kick off Land Forces Expo, reconnect with […]
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MCCC Business Breakfast: Shaping the Future of Melville & Cockburn
Melville Glades Golf Club 51 Beasley Rd, LeemingNetworking / Group MeetupMelville and Cockburn today will help shape how our region lives, works and does business tomorrow. On 6 October, MCCC, in partnership with the City of Melville, welcomes DevelopmentWA to share the latest on what’s underway, what’s progressing and what comes next across our region. For businesses operating, supplying, investing or looking to grow across […]
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Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition
Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, AustraliaConference / Summit / SymposiumThe Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition is the region’s premier event for the land defence sector, connecting Australian and international defence, industry, government, academia, and technology leaders in support […]
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The Implementation Science Symposium [WAHTN]
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationThe morning features a welcome and high-level overview of the state of Implementation Science in Western Australia, presented by WAHTN Chair Professor Steve Webb, followed by case study presentations of local implementation science practice success stories. Case studies presented will be from varying stages of the implementation pipeline, and will provide an opportunity for audiences […]
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IEEE VTS Seminar and Networking Event (WA Chapter)
Murdoch University , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationIEEE VTS Seminar and Networking Event. Seminar title: Beyond the Hype: Why Drone Technology Has Hit a Plateau — And What Comes Next Official Launch of the IEEE VTS Western […]
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DEADLINE: Venture UWA Chair 2027
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Job OpportunityIt's the time of year to find a new chairperson for Venture UWA. This is a great opportunity for people who are: - Super excited about the work that Venture UWA is doing across campus - Wants to help UWA students realise and capitalise on their potential to change the world - Develop leadership and […]
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DEADLINE: Citi Foundation Fourth Global Innovation Challenge
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: FundingThe Citi Foundation (the Foundation) is launching its fourth Global Innovation Challenge, committing $25 million to organizations developing innovative solutions that prepare low-income youth for success in today's rapidly evolving, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven workplace. This year’s Challenge builds on the Foundation's longstanding commitment to investing in youth economic opportunity, including through its decade-long Pathways to […]
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Morning Startup Presentation: What it really takes to keep a small tech company alive
Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupMorning Startup Presentation: Brendan and Liz Wright, the husband-and-wife team behind Joondalup-based CommunityToGo, have pivoted again and again. In the early 2010s, when apps were still a novelty, they delivered over 150 of them to schools, clubs, churches and community groups, before realising their customers weren't really buying an app at all; they were trying […]
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Idea to Business : Begin with the End In Mind (workshop)
MPH Lawyers 6/580 Hay Street, Perth, WA, AustraliaWorkshop / MasterclassFrom Idea to Business: Begin with the End in Mind Most innovators end up pitching an idea, not a business. The idea is often excellent. But an idea is not something a customer can buy, an investor can back, or a partner can rely on - and the gap between the two is where most […]
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Community Coffee + IP Talk
CORE Innovation Hub 191 St. Georges Terrrace, Perth, WA, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupJoin CORE Innovation Hub for a coffee and a chat and meet the local Perth energy and mining ecosystem. This month, Michael Pasquale from WRAYS joins our CORE Start cohort to talk about Intellectual Property. Whether you're protecting a new idea or working out where IP fits into your commercialisation plans, it's a great chance to hear […]
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DEADLINE: Nature Awards The Spinoff Prize
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipThe Spinoff Prize is a €30,000 global award for early-stage university spinoff companies providing an opportunity for academic entrepreneurs to raise their company profile and get noticed by potential investors. It increases the visibility of academic entrepreneurs and their companies and helps them secure future investment. The Spinoff Prize focuses on spinoff companies founded on […]
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DEADLINE: AMTECH: Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub Anchor Tenant [RFP]
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Job OpportunityThe WA Government has committed $55 million as part of the Made in WA program to establish an advanced manufacturing facility in Picton to support the State’s energy transition and economic diversification. A Request for Proposal (RFP) is now open for an anchor tenant, with the WA Government inviting businesses and organisations to submit their […]
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2026 GIWA Forum
Beaumonde On The Point 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, WA, AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationMark your calendars for this year’s GIWA Forum, where we’ll explore The new wheatbelt: How costs, capital, climate and consolidation are changing grain farming in WA. As input costs rise, capital requirements shift, climate variability intensifies and farm consolidation reshapes the landscape, WA’s grain industry is entering a new era. Join us for an afternoon of […]
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Founder Sundowner October
Nowhere Brewing Co 25 Harrogate, West Leederville, WA, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupCalling all startup founders! This is a very casual, monthly, after-work event, in addition to the fortnightly Morning Startup meetups at Spacecubed. So if you're not a morning person, this is for you! There will be no speakers or formalities. Just a bunch of startups, in a pub, having fun, and learning from each other.
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Activating Innovation Precincts: Lessons from the University of Melbourne
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationInnovation precincts are often presented as places where universities, industry, government, start-ups and communities come together — but proximity alone does not create collaboration. In this fireside chat, Vanessa Campbell, Director of Innovation Precincts at the University of Melbourne, will explore what it takes to turn a physical precinct into an active innovation ecosystem. Drawing […]
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AUSTMINE Philippines Market Entry Readiness: From Market Insight to Action
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationPhilippines Market Entry Readiness: From Market Insight to Action Austmine and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) invite Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) companies to join a practical webinar focused on taking the next step in the Philippines mining market. The Philippines presents opportunities for Australian METS across mining equipment, technology, engineering, […]
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Protecting Small Businesses: Scams and Cyber Security
ECU Perth City 491 Wellington Street, Perth, WA, AustraliaWorkshop / MasterclassProtect your business from scams and cyber threats with practical advice from industry and government experts. Small businesses are frequent targets for scams and cyber threats. Learn how to recognise the warning signs, reduce your risk and respond effectively if your business is compromised. Supported by AusIndustry, Business Foundations, CCIWA, and Small Business Development Corporation. This practical […]
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Startmate Pitch Night (Virtual)
online , AustraliaShowcase / Pitch / Demo / TourJoin Startmate's Virtual Pitch Night to hear directly from up-and-coming founders building in Australia and New Zealand! From wherever you are, you'll get a front-row seat to: Early-stage startups at the ground floor Founders testing bold ideas across industries A high-signal room of operators, investors, and builders 🎤 Who can pitch at Pitch Night? Anyone may […]
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Physical AI Meetup
Innovation Central Perth Level 2, Building 216, Curtin University, Bentley, WA, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupHear 3 expert talks, take the mic for a demo or announcement. Connect with ANZ's largest AI/hardware community over pizza & drinks. Listen and learn, share a quick demo, prototype, or announcement – whether it's AI, hardware, or something you're building. All welcome. Presentations: Talk 1 by Massimo Sacchi: Democratisation of Edge AI This talk […]
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Making University–SME Collaboration Work: From Live Projects to Lasting Partnerships
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationUniversities often want stronger relationships with SMEs, yet collaboration can falter when academic and business priorities, timelines and expectations do not align. In this fireside chat, Darko Pantelic, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at Jönköping International Business School, will explore community-engaged learning as a practical route into university–SME collaboration. Drawing on more than ten years […]
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Key Opinion Leaders: Your Strategy for Maximum Impact [ANDHealth Webinar Series]
online , AustraliaWorkshop / MasterclassSupercharge Your US Expansion: Exclusive Webinar Series from ANDHealth Are you exploring US healthcare market opportunities or preparing for your first steps into the world’s largest health system? Don’t miss this exclusive three-part virtual series from ANDHealth, designed for digital and connected health innovators ready to accelerate international growth into the US market. What you’ll […]
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Western Australia Defence Summit
The Ritz Carlton 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaConference / Summit / SymposiumThe 4th Annual ADM Western Australia Defence Summit will convene at The Ritz-Carlton Perth on 9 October 2026. This premier, policy-focused summit will bring together Defence leaders, government officials, and senior industry executives to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing Australia's defence sector. The Summit will explore critical themes including: Navigating the Indo-Pacific […]
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2026 Regional Learning Exchange: Learning from stewardship in practice
Dolphin Discovery Centre Anchorage Cove off, Koombana Dr, Bunbury, WASeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationHow does coastal & marine stewardship work across different places, organisations and scales — and what makes it possible to work collectively? Join us for the 2026 Regional Learning Exchange, bringing together six learning stories from across Western Australia to explore how stewardship is organised, supported, and delivered in practice. The stories look at the […]
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Frontier Series: The Deep-Tech Spinout Journey- From Researcher to Founder
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationWhat does it really take to turn breakthrough research into a deep-tech company? Join Illume Ventures for a conversation with Dr Richard Parsons, Founder & CEO of Kite Magnetics, a Monash University spinout. Richard’s journey offers a rare inside look at what happens when cutting-edge research leaves the laboratory and becomes a venture. We’ll explore: […]
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DEADLINE: Australian AI Standards Public Consultation
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / ConsultationThe Australian Government Australian AI standards will be a national framework for the development of AI models and the infrastructure that enables it. This will help support investment and innovation, while protecting our communities and resources. They want to hear from Australians about how AI should be developed, used and governed in ways that advance […]
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DEADLINE: The Ventures Australia Award
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipThe Ventures Award identifies high-potential startups and connects them with a global network of 460+ VC funds, investors, and business angels, collectively managing over $57 billion in assets. The comprehensive scoring system evaluates startups based on various criteria, including: innovation, market potential, team strength, traction. This system helps investors filter and identify startups that align […]
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DEADLINE: The Park Virtual Innovation Hub Program [ASC]
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Accelerator / IncubatorThe Park is a virtual innovation hub led by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), designed to connect technology-driven companies with the Australian sports sector to tackle key challenges and unlock system-wide value. The initiative will focus on five global challenges: Harnessing Data, AI and Machine Learning – advancing governance, tools, and integration to generate meaningful […]
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DEADLINE: Stanford Australia Association NFP Scholarship
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipNon-Profit Leadership Scholarships are for senior leaders in Australian not-for-profit organisations who demonstrate outstanding potential to advance social outcomes, offering up to $25,000 for a senior leader of an Australian DGR1 not-for-profit to undertake an executive education program at Stanford Graduate School of Business. The scholarship is designed to assist NFP leaders to strengthen their […]
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DEADLINE: Innovate with nbn Grants Program
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: FundingChampioning Australia's regional and remote businesses Running a business in regional or remote Australia isn’t easy. Isolation, limited reach and tough conditions can all stand in the way. Yet, out here, challenge breeds creativity. And in the face of adversity, innovation thrives. That’s why we created the Innovate with nbn® Grants Program with the Regional Australia […]
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2026 HyLogger Hackathon Starts
Curtin, 137 St Georges Tce 137 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, AustraliaWorkshop / MasterclassExplore WA geoscience data and develop innovative approaches to real-world challenges! GSWA are hosting a HyLogger Hackathon from Monday 12 to Friday 16 October 2026. This event is open to geoscience and data science students and young professionals, who may register either individually or as a team. Individual registrants will be allocated to teams on […]