In this panel discussion, experts from diverse corners of the research ecosystem will discuss how AI is accelerating innovation, the opportunities and challenges it presents, and what this means for trust in science. Dr Stefan Harrer (Data61, CSIRO) connects safe and trustworthy AI systems with human decision-makers in health, biotech and pharma. Professor Karin Verspoor […]
Debate Club is coming to Perth to shake up the West Coast. Founded and brought together by Orsolya Toth-Pal and Kate Harris, Debate Club has hosted fiery debates across the East Coast at major festivals and conferences including Sunrise by Blackbird, SXSW Sydney and Cannes Crocodiles. Now, for the very first time, they are launching […]
​'A Storytelling Event: The Hard Thing About Building Hard Businesses' When the main stage lights dim, some of the most fascinating conversations are just beginning. AFTER DARK brings together the tech founders and builders in the spaces not often discussed - the taboo, the sub-culture, and the wild frontiers. ​No corporate polish. No sanitised pitches. […]
Future in Question is a live, unscripted conversation where two seasoned technologists cut through the noise to unpack what’s really at stake. No hype, no fluff — just sharp insights, big questions, and honest takes on the future of AI. Expect a mix of deep technical context, accessible discussion, and audience Q&A, followed by networking with […]
Are you a researcher with aspirations to translate your life science discovery into real world practice to improve the human healthspan? Do you need guidance to advance from early discovery to commercial launch, with support from leading translation experts and venture builders? Four carefully chosen applicants will each be awarded a $10,000 Nature Award and […]
It’s West Tech Fest week — the one time of year every founder pretends they’re well-rested, well-funded, and definitely not three bad decisions away from shambles. So, to honour the truth behind the theatre, Morning Startup is proudly hosting: This is a morning dedicated to the beautiful disasters: The launches that face-planted, the “oops” moments that became […]
EnergyLab is proud to support some of the most ambitious and high-potential climate tech founders in the region, and on 10 December, they’ll be showcasing their brilliant solutions. This is a unique opportunity to see the breadth of technologies emerging from Oceania’s climate innovation ecosystem. Solving critical emissions challenges across energy, agriculture, industry and the […]
Your West Tech Fest warm-up: coffee, conversation, and connection. ​Kick off your Wednesday with Airtree over coffee, croissants and great conversation before Freo Startup Fest gets underway. ​Join Dan Coughlan (Principal) and Caitlin Evans (Head of Programs and Community) for a relaxed morning meetup bringing together founders and future founders from across WA’s startup community. […]
Join top corporate innovators at the 2025 Corporate Innovation Summit | Building Venture Engines from Within The Corporate Innovation Summit 2025 is where industry leaders, executives, and innovation managers meet to exchange experiences, share strategies, and spark collaborations that outlast the event. With a balance of insight sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, you’ll walk away […]
Be part of the movement positioning WA as a world leader in innovative energy storage. Join GreenTech Hub and Hub on SX for The Long Game Live, a high-energy, invite-only morning where the world’s brightest innovators pitch their boldest solutions to WA’s unique energy challenges to become the GreenTech Hub's Innovation Challenge Champions on Long Duration Energy Storage. Event Highlights: Groundbreaking tech tackling real […]
In an age where AI can fake almost anything — from voices to “breaking news” — and trust online is collapsing, the Quantum Internet promises something revolutionary: a network of proof, where authenticity and identity are guaranteed by the laws of physics, not algorithms or corporations. The Quantum Internet Summit – Perth 2025 organised by […]
Show Us the Data: WA Roundtable at West Tech Fest Moving from anecdote to evidence. Who’s getting funded - and who’s missing out - is only half the story. Right now, Australia lacks visibility into the pipeline that shapes those outcomes. Join Equity Clear for the WA Roundtable of our national Show Us the Data series, as we bring investors, accelerators, […]
Automation Unlocked: Tech Solutions for Modern Accountants Join Personr and Sustainable Edge Accounting & Advisory for an exclusive event on how technology is transforming compliance and helping accountants prepare for Australia’s Tranche Two AML/CTF reforms. Featuring a panel discussion and networking session, this event will spotlight Personr’s WA-built innovation, a solution redefining how accounting and […]
Are you a start-up founder/CEO looking for a board of directors? Or are you an aspiring director looking for your first board role? If so, this event is for you! Learn from 4Â experienced directors who will share their experiences of: - how they landed their first board role - when should a start-up company form […]
Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of quantum research and entrepreneurship at the Entangled Workshop. A Satellite Event of West Tech Fest - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/entangled-workshop-connecting-quantum-researchers-with-entrepreneurs-tickets-1831479487449
The Freo Startup Fest is a fun and frenetic event that brings a startup vibe to the West Tech Fest. It’s an afternoon of entertaining content followed by a Sundowner with food and drinks included. The event is being held in the Entertainment Hall at Freo.Social in the heart of Fremantle. You will hear from […]
The West Australian Young Business Leaders Virtual Showcase is a celebration of the bright young minds from across Western Australia who have spent the past term bringing their business ideas to life. As part of the West Australian Young Business Leaders Program, this event offers students in Years 7–12 the opportunity to present their innovative ventures […]
How do you turn entrepreneurship education into ventures that land real corporate pilots — and do it in a way that fuels regional innovation? In this Fireside Chat, Timothy O’Connell, Senior Partner at H-FARM and Director of its Entrepreneurship & Startup Center, takes us inside Europe’s leading campus where education, startups and corporates co-exist. Drawing […]
The objective of this grant opportunity is to provide grants of financial assistance to support Australian medical research and medical innovation projects that use novel methods to harness multiple existing data infrastructure types in developing and implementing new approaches for addressing an unmet medical need. Research proposals should incorporate: new linkage and/or use of data […]
Reuse, Regenerate, and Reassess: Conversations on the Future West Tech Wadjemup returns to the stunning natural beauty of Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) and the opportunity to join visionary leaders and changemakers as we explore how to measure impact beyond just commercial outcomes. Discover innovative approaches to environmental stewardship, climate solutions, and circular economy principles that demonstrate […]
Dear Colleagues, Join us to celebrate the end of 2025! Come along for an afternoon of casual networking, conversation and connection with fellow RNA researchers. đź“… Thursday, 11th December đź•ž 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM đź“Ť Third Floor Tea Room, Bayliss Building Enjoy food, drinks and great company as we wrap up another exciting year […]
Innovation Unit will unpack their work with The Health Foundation and nine ICBs across the country. They have been exploring how strategic commissioning can be used to accelerate evidence-based innovations that reduce inequalities and improve lives. This session is designed for those doing the work moving beyond the theory to share practical insights on: Embedding […]
the AI Disrupt Summit, a new, hands-on event shaping the future of technology in Western Australia. ​Taking place on December 13th, 2025, at Curtin University as part of West Tech Fest, this one-day summit will bring together over 200 AI engineers, researchers, founders, and investors who are actively building the next generation of AI solutions. Key sponsors: Bloom (afternoon tea sponsor) Curtin […]
This grant round aims to assist Western Australian health and medical life sciences companies in subsidising the cost of travel to major industry conferences and business events in 2025.
The 2026 40under40 Awards is Western Australia’s pre-eminent program that recognises and celebrates the state’s leading entrepreneurs, innovators, and future business leaders under the age of 40. Each year, one exceptional individual is selected from the 40 winners as the First Amongst Equals. The awards not only identify Western Australia’s top 40 young business achievers, but […]
The AUKUS SME Readiness Fund is a competitive grant program to provide funding support to Western Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to improve their capacity and capability to secure work in the AUKUS supply chain, specifically for AUKUS Pillars 1 and 2.  The AUKUS SME Readiness Fund is a key component of the WA […]
Morning Startup - Perth If you're involved in a startup, or thinking about starting one, chances are you can learn from others that are doing and thinking the same. Morning Startup is a fortnightly morning catchup where founders, potential entrepreneurs and others in the startup community (VCs and Angels welcome) get together to learn something […]
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science – Science Prizes award Australian scientists and innovators with prizes to recognise demonstrated achievements in science and research-based innovation and commercialisation. There are 5 Science Prizes ranging between $50,000 and $250,000. Winners receive prize money, a medallion, lapel pin and an award certificate. There are 5 science prizes for […]
The Regional Microgrids Program (the Program) seeks to support the development and deployment of renewable energy microgrids across regional Australia that contribute to the Program Outcomes. ARENA has allocated funding across two Streams under the Program, and each Stream has its own Outcomes. Stream A: Regional Australia Microgrid Pilots - $50 million Stream B: First […]
The Housing Innovation Fund will support the local construction industry through a combination of grants and loans. The HIF forms part of the broader WA Housing Plan, through which the Government is delivering long-term solutions to increase housing supply, reduce red tape, unlock land, and build workforce capability. Since 2021, more than $4.5 billion has […]
