WA Innovation Calendar

Pitch your startup!
2023-10-11 07:30 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: Morning Startup
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 interesting, get feedback on idea, vent frustrations, and meet some new friends in the game.
Practice your pitch in front of the supportive Morning Startup audience. Pitch practice is on again! We’re giving you, the upcoming new startups of Perth, a chance to practice your pitch in front of the non-intimidating and supportive Morning Startup audience…

WA Mining Conference & Exhibition
2023-10-11 09:00 - 2023-10-12 17:00 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000, Australia
WA Mining Conference & Exhibition will integrate the innovation and research ecosystem while addressing the social and environmental standards driving a more sustainably conscious industry.
The largely expanded exhibition will showcase the technical and digital innovation across the entire mining value chain, while the highly targeted conference will illustrate the economic importance of Western Australia and its contribution the resource technology sector, its innovation capability, its job creation, and the attraction of capital to the state.

3 ways to attend WA Mining Conference & Exhibition

2-Day Conference Ticket

Gives you access to the 2-day paid conference, lunch and refreshments on both days, plus entry to the expo, networking drinks and seminar series.

1-Day Conference Ticket

Gives you access to either Wednesday or Thursday of the paid conference, lunch and refreshments, plus entry to the expo, networking drinks and seminar series.

Expo Only Ticket (Free)

Gives you access to the expo floor, networking drinks and seminar series. No access to the paid conference.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Mining Personnel
WA Mining Conference will provide engineers, mine managers, site superintendents, HSE managers, exploration managers and operations managers with the technological insights that will shape the future of the mining industry in Western Australia.

Digital Experts
Digitalisation and automation are pushing the industry into new frontiers. WA Mining Conference will look at these new technologies and applications and will draw insights from digital experts across a variety of sectors that could have application in mining. Cyber security managers, technology heads and chief technology officers will be in attendance as they look to discover the technological step-change.

Community and Industry
Industry and stakeholder engagement is paramount to the success of the mining industry. WA Mining Conference will look at the social license to operate and the most effective way to limit the environmental of mining in Western Australia. Environmental managers, stakeholder and community engagement managers will hear from industry and government experts.

SABRE Emerging Disruptive Biotechnologies workshop
2023-10-12 06:30 - 09:30 | online, Australia
Defence is seeking input from SABRE Alliance and ADSUN members on emerging disruptive biotechnologies with Defence and National Security applications that could be realised in the next 5-15 years. The workshop will be structured around these technology areas:

Human Biotechnology
Synthetic biology
Artificial Intelligence
Threat detection

We will also be asking for submissions of technologies that are outside these areas that you believe will have impact for Defence and/or National Security.
Register by 2nd October

Innovate through Business R&D Funding
2023-10-12 09:30 - 12:30 | Albany Business Centre, Australia
Unleash Innovation, Fuel Growth

This easy-to-digest masterclass is open to all Great Southern businesses so you can understand how the R&D Tax Incentive (R&DTI) could help your business to innovate and grow, by offsetting the expense of eligible research and development.
The incentive encourages investment in R&D which generates benefits for the Australian economy. The R&DTI can also support collaboration with registered Research Service Providers.

Facilitated by Stephen Carroll of Evolv3 Innovation
With over 20 years in the R&D Tax trenches, Stephen knows how to explain this benefit at a business level. He’ll share a wealth of tips and real-world stories of good, bad and ugly R&D claims; to help you get it right and make the most of the generous tax incentive.
Early registration is recommended

Brought to you by the State Government
this workshop is brought to you by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) so you can register now for a nominal fee of $50 per person – which is fully refunded on attendance.

AICC(WA) Women of Achievement Lunch
2023-10-12 11:30 - 14:30 | The Duxton Hotel Ballroom, 1 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
AICC(WA) Invites you to Women of Achievement Event 20203. Keynote presentation by Dr. Vanessa Guthrie AO, Hon DSc, PhD FAICD FTSE FAusIMM
Speaking on: “From Activist to Advocate – my career in mining”
Dr Vanessa Guthrie Ao is an experienced Non-Executive Director with an executive career spanning thirty years in the resources sector, in a variety of diverse minerals and energy resources. Vanessa is Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed companies Santos Ltd, Lynas Rare Earths Ltd and Orica Limited and NYSE-listed Tronox Holdings PLC. Vanessa also serves as Pro Chancellor of Curtin University and is a Director of Cricket Australia.

The 2 Hour Workshop Blueprint
2023-10-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Prince Lane Bar, 356 Murray Street, Perth, WA, Australia
What happens when you take a 2-hour workshop, to a rooftop karaoke suite in Perth?
Well, I can guarantee no one will be singing (ESPECIALLY ME), however we will learn, connect, and have a ton of fun over 2- hours.
You can expect to:

Pick up at least 5 more x-factor ideas you can take into your next workshop immediately
Go behind the scenes of The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint book, to share how you can find inspiration for designing new activities (I’ll challenge you to create your OWN x-factor activity!)
Bring some of the elements from the SPARK framework to life during the workshop, so you can understand how to incorporate these into your meetings + group experiences
Meet fantastic, growth-mindset oriented people based in Perth

Michael Bungay Stanier, bestselling author of The Coaching Habit and How to Work with (Almost) Anyone says about Leanne’s work:
“Good content, bad design and facilitation? Death. OK content, great design and facilitation? Glory.
Leanne Hughes is the perfect guide, and in this book she lays down the foundations for your workshop success.”
This is not just a a 2-hour training event, but an experience!
And I’d love to meet you there and create some workshop magic, you can use the next day, and years later.

Who is this for?
Anyone who has to work with a group and wants them to contribute, for example:

Training and Workshop Facilitators/Hosts
Consultants
Team Leaders
Subject Matter Experts
Project Managers, Change Practitioners
Anyone who has a growth mindset and wants to pick up some new skills.

Bonuses! 🎁

All attendees receive a signed copy of The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint: Design Fast. Deliver Strong. Without Stress.
Canapes throughout, and a drink on me at 4pm on the rooftop, for a 55 min sundowner/debrief session
A 100% guarantee that Leanne will not be singing karaoke during the workshop 🙂

Format

Part I: A 2-Hour interactive workshop from 2-4pm
Part II: Optional sundowner drinks/networking at the rooftop bar from 4pm-5pm

About the venue
I wanted a quirky place no a rooftop to celebrate unlimited sky-high thinking. The karaoke room at Prince Lane is like a cosy, lounge room, where friends gather. Karaoke is also about confidence, and sharing your voice, even if you’re off-key. I want that theme to underpin our workshop together.

About your host
Leanne Hughes is on a mission to stamp out boring workshops around the world, forever.
That’s why she has recorded over 200+ interviews on her podcast, First Time Facilitator, chatting to facilitators and trainers around the world and asking them how they do it.
She’s been inducted into The Million Dollar Consulting® Hall of Fame and was the winner of Learning Professional of the Year at the Asia Pacific Learning Impact Awards in 2021.
Her work has been featured in SmartCompany, CEOWorld Magazine and Forbes. Leanne has distilled her experience into a book ‘The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint’, and she’s excited to share some of the key concepts with you during this experience.
Grab your ticket
…And let’s get you designing your meetings, workshops and conferences fast, delivering strong, and most importantly, without the stress.
See you there 🚀
(Space is limited to 20 people, ensure you grab your spot!)
Optional extra: I am also offering 3 x 1 hour coaching sessions while I’m in Perth. If you’d like more details on this, send me an email hello@leannehughes.com

WA Agtech meetup: Carbon – the why, the how and the role for tech
2023-10-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Online & In person, Australia
Measuring and managing carbon – the why, the how and the role for tech
Join us either in person or virtually for the next instalment of the WA Agtech Meetups.
This month we will be discussing all things carbon – diving into the drivers for starting on this path, the steps and lessons along the way and the role for agtech across the journey to support the transition to a lower carbon future.
We will hear from tech providers delivering impactful solutions for the industry, as well as innovative producers leading the charge on reducing carbon emissions.

To begin we will hear from AIA Consultant Agi Reefman on the AIA Environmental Accounting Platform.
Followed by a panel discussion with:

Toby Wright, Head of Sustainability at CBH
Sam Brown, CEO of Agriculture Innovation Australia (AIA)
Glenn Briggs, National Business Development Manager, Aglytica
Plus more to come

For those attending in person, this will be followed by a chance to catch up and network over some nibbles & drinks.
This event will be hosted at BASE @ FLUX in Perth City as well as virtually via zoom so if you can’t make it in person make sure you register for the live stream (livestream details will be shared after registration).
Agenda (AWST):
5:00pm Onsite registrations, drinks & nibbles
5:30pm Keynote presentation (virtual attendees to join from 5:30pm)
5:45pm Panel discussion
6:30pm Onsite Networking

DEADLINE: WiTWA Nominations for peoples choice tech[+] awards
2023-10-15 06:00 - 07:00 | Apply online, Australia
We want to see you vote for the amazing women role models who are inspiring you and we need to support those women making a difference and inspiring others within our Tech [+] Community in WA.

Vote for the WiTWA People’s Choice Award via the Women in Technology WA (WiTWA) Tech [+] Awards platform!

You have up to 5 votes available, for your favourite influences and inspiring role models! These can be allocated to any of the amazing nominees from our Tech [+] Awards.

The People’s Choice winner will be announced at the WiTWA Tech [+] Awards Night on Friday, 10 November 2023 at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Don’t forget, make sure you get your votes in quick so that you don’t miss out, as you only have until Sunday, 15 October 2023.

DEADLINE: Agrifood Innovate to Grow
2023-10-15 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
Innovate to Grow is a free 10-week virtual, self-paced learning program for Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) working on innovative technologies or solutions in the agricultural and food industry.

Innovate to Grow is a free 10-week virtual, self-paced learning program for Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The program will help you explore how research and development (R&D) collaboration can advance your innovative project or idea.
This program is open to Australian SMEs working on innovative technologies or solutions in the agricultural and food industry.
This program is supported by the CSIRO Trusted Agrifood Export Mission and Future Protein Mission. Businesses working on innovative ideas that can be assisted by these missions are highly encouraged to apply. Details of the eligible sub-sector are included in the list below.
Program detail
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, and networking with researchers and R&D mentors.
Collaborating with like-minded SMEs and expanding your professional network.

Course outline
The program is made up of virtual webinars and self-paced learning as follows:
Preparing for the program (week commencing 24 October, approximately 3-4 hours)

Participants will be provided with an on-boarding session, pre-workshop videos, materials and questionnaires to assist in preparing for the program.
Time commitment is approximately two hours.

Week 1: Workshop (Official start date 2 November, approximately 4.5 hours)

The program’s main compulsory component is a half-day workshop covering the program concept. Participants will hear from CSIRO industry and research experts as well as relevant industry SMEs. Key topics include trends within your industry sector, a panel discussion with collaborating SMEs, and current funding opportunities for R&D.
Time commitment is approximately 4.5 hours.

Week 2-10: Self-paced innovation program

Participants will work through the online innovation program at their own pace, supported by a mentor and experienced innovation facilitators to develop and test their research ideas and business cases.
Fortnightly webinars for participant networking and guest speakers.
A final questionnaire is required at completion.
Time commitment is approximately 2-3 hours per week.

Key program outcomes

Personalised support to refine your idea: We’ll step you through the process of turning your idea into a viable research project.
Confidential feedback: All submissions through the program portal will receive prompt expert feedback.
Mentor: You will be provided with a mentor from CSIRO or a university to assist you with understanding the program deliverables and connecting you to relevant specialists
Build your network: You will build key contacts in your sector, including researchers at CSIRO and universities, domain experts, funding professionals and other SMEs.

Who can apply
This program is open to eligible SMEs working in agrifood subsectors listed below. SME’s working on solutions aligned to the CSIRO trusted agrifood exports and future proteins missions are encouraged to apply.

Alternative proteins
Meat and meat processing
Agriculture
Aquaculture
Livestock
Beverage and/or fermentation
Food product manufacturing
Other

Selection criteria (essential):

An Australian registered and operating business with an ABN and ACN/ICN (sole traders and partnerships are not currently eligible to apply)
A business classified as small to medium (less than 200 employees)
A business currently, or in the early stages of, exploring R&D opportunities for their business and have an idea to work on throughout the program

Other considerations:

Any other information provided to support your application
Have a clear need to develop your knowledge in R&D

De-risking Decarbonisation – HILT CRC 2023 Conference
2023-10-17 08:30 - 19:00 | Anzac Club, 28 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
De-risking Decarbonisation – HILT CRC Annual Conference
Join us on Tuesday 17 October 2023 at The Anzac Club in Perth, Australia for our 2023 Annual Conference – De-risking Decarbonisation.
The conference will further explore and provide insights on how heavy industry will transition to a low-carbon future. You’ll hear from research, industry and government experts, and network with other professionals in the field.
This day is an open event for all individuals and organisations to join current partners of HILT CRC.
Register now for an engaging program of panel discussions and keynote speakers to continue the conversation on de-risking decarbonisation for heavy industry.
A summary of the topics and agenda for the day is included below. Further details including the full agenda and keynote speakers will be provided as they become available.

LESANZ WA Spring Networking Sundowner
2023-10-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Wrays, Australia
Join the LESANZ WA and wider professional innovation community for a casual spring sundowner.
Featuring John Gibbs and Mick Little from Spinifex Brewing Co who will share some news about their new innovations and sample their latest local brews.

When: 18/10/2023 17:00 – 18:30

Where: Wrays 7/863 Hay Street Perth WA 6000 AUSTRALIA

PITCHFEST 2023
2023-10-19 17:00 - 20:00 | The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth, WA 6000 Australia, Perth, Australia, 6000, Australia
9 emerging entrepreneurs – 1 grand prize of $10,000. Be inspired and invigorated by the world-changing ideas from WA’s next-gen of startup founders.
ABOUT THE EVENT:
Showcasing emerging entrepreneurs

Listen to 3-minute pitches from the 2023 Launchpad Academy finalists. This year’s event features 8 world-changing ideas, which are sure to leave you inspired and excited for the future!
Sensational panel discussion
Speakers to be revealed soon – we can’t wait to share the details with you!
Socially-conscious catering
While our programs satisfy the hungry minds, our choice of catering will please the hungry stomachs too: We partnered up with Gather Foods, a majority Aboriginal-owned and led business, to celebrate Local First Nations cuisine. Besides the delicious taste, Gather Foods also wins our heart thanks to their integrity and commitment to support First Nations community through employment opportunities.
Purposeful venue space
Located at the buzzing heart of Perth CBD, ‘The Platform’ is a hub for WA-based change-makers as it’s exclusively dedicated to non-profit and social enterprises. With gorgeous lighting and generous space, where else can we conclude the final chapter of Launchpad Academy 2023?
Schedule
Event arrival: 5 – 5.30pm
Events starts: 5.30pm
Networking 7.15 – 8pm

Don’t miss out and secure your ticket now!

AICC(WA) 2023 Tech and Innovation Mission to Israel
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-28 | Western Australia
The Hon Stephen Dawson MLC, Minister for Innovation and the Digital Economy will be leading a trade mission to Israel from 21 to 29 October 2023.
Israel is regarded as the ‘Startup Nation’ and has a thriving technology ecosystem that includes the defence industry, globally leading centres of higher education and research, venture capital groups, incubators, and accelerators.
The tech and innovation-focused mission is organised by the Australia-Israel Chamber of Commerce WA (AICCWA) in collaboration with Invest and Trade Western Australia.
The mission will include delegates representing the WA tech and innovation ecosystem. Delegates will be selected through a competitive expressions of interest process.
Applications close 11 August 2023.

Indo-Pacific Space & Earth Conference
2023-10-23 08:00 - 2023-10-24 17:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
TRADE – INVESTMENT – COLLABORATION – OPPORTUNITIES

The Indo-Pacific Space & Earth Conference delves into all the technologies that can be applied both on Earth and in space. From AI and robotics to remote operations, we can use these technologies to advance our life on Earth and beyond. All industries from mining, oil and gas, agriculture, medicine and more can benefit from investing resources into these technologies. Supported by key industry players and the government, our goal is to bring everyone together to discover new innovations and capabilities to create future opportunities.
Register your interest to find out how you can get involved and discover endless possibilities on Earth, in space and beyond.

Bringing together leaders from across the
Indo-Pacific and beyond for opportunities in
space and cross-sector technologies and innovation

23-24 OCTOBER 2023
PAN PACIFIC HOTEL
PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

E Summit – Exploring the Educators Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
2023-10-23 08:30 - 17:00 | St Hildas, 26 Bay View Terrace, Mosman Park, WA, 6012, Australia
This is the professional learning opportunity you have been waiting for. E Summit is a groundbreaking conference designed exclusively for current entrepreneurial educators and teachers eager to expand their knowledge in entrepreneurship education within WA.
Entrepreneurship is fast becoming the most important pedagogy movement in education. Educators are looking beyond the constraints of commerce, and are harnessing the power of entrepreneurship in its purest form that is the unique mindset that allows people to create value from an idea.
Our Mission
The E Summit is committed to empowering educators like you with the tools, insights, and strategies to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit in your students. Our mission is to foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and forward-thinking in educational settings, shaping the next generation of visionary leaders and changemakers.
Our Speaker Lineup Includes:

Nate Sturke – Ecosystem Lead at the Innovative Society Initiative and Founder of Skills of the Modern Age.
Jeremy Chetty – Co-founder, Student Edge and Entrepreneur in Residence at Plus Eight Sprints by Spacecubed, Murdoch University, and Stephen Michaels Foundation.
Nicole Dyson – Founder, Future Anything, Brisbane.
Baden U’Ren – Entrepreneur in Residence, Somerset College K-12 Gold Coast; Dean of Business and Entrepreneurship, GC Spectrum; Co-Founder Pet Wellness Centres; Co-Founder, The Unconventional Group.
David Todd – Head of the Applied Entrepreneurship Program at Scots College, Sydney.
Anna Lee – Manager – Entrepreneurship Pathway Programs, Curtin University.
Lisa Longman – Head of Innovation Pathways, Bloom.
Nicole Lockwood – Chair of the Malka Foundation; Venture Partner at Purpose Ventures, Chair of Infrastructure WA.

What to Expect:

Engaging Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking conversations as we explore cutting-edge teaching methodologies that ignite the entrepreneurial spark in students. Discover innovative approaches to inspire creativity and critical thinking in the classroom.
Effective Strategies: Uncover proven strategies for promoting entrepreneurial thinking among your students. Learn how to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset and equip your learners with the skills they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Amplify Your Impact: Explore a wealth of existing programs and resources to support entrepreneurial education in your school context. Gain access to a network of like-minded professionals and educational influencers, amplifying your impact in the realm of entrepreneurship education.
Embrace the Future: Stay ahead of the curve by embracing the latest trends in entrepreneurship education across all academic levels. Discover how schools, private providers, and universities are pioneering the way forward in entrepreneurial learning.
Networking Opportunities: Forge valuable connections and exchange ideas with fellow educators who share your passion for entrepreneurship. Expand your professional network and establish collaborative partnerships for future endeavours.
The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Immerse yourself in the vibrant entrepreneurial community and gain an in-depth understanding of the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem. Connect with key players and visionaries, opening doors to new opportunities and collaborations.

Cost
Ticket price: $145 per person (+ booking fee) includes registration to the full-day Summit, morning tea, lunch and post-conference refreshments.
A number of scholarships are available for educators at schools with limited professional learning budgets, thanks to our sponsors. If you would like to apply for a scholarship, please contact Luke here.

Webinar: Ethics & Social Licence in the Blue Economy
2023-10-24 12:00 - 13:30 | online, Australia
This webinar will discuss ethics, integrity and social acceptance in the Blue Economy, delving into the nature of ‘integrity systems’ and their importance along with exploring the social license to operate.

Social license to operate in itself can have different meanings to different people and can be used in ways that are ethically constructive or ethically problematic.
Presentation 1: Ethics and integrity in the Blue Economy
Presented by: Professor Charles Sampford, IEGL Director: Institute for Ethics, Governance & Law, Griffith University
This presentation will discuss the nature of ethics and integrity for individuals, institutions, profit-seeking enterprises, and overall systems, emphasizing the importance of ‘integrity systems’. An integrity system is the sum total of all elements in a system, including laws, incentives, standards, institutions and ethical norms. These elements, and their relations and interactions, shape behaviour and deliver outcomes. The system has integrity if it delivers on its promise: on the values that justify it. A Blue Economy integrity system is therefore made up of the ethical norms, laws, organisations, and market forces in the marine industry space that determine whether the system will live up to the high ideals it seeks to achieve.
Presentation 2: Social licence in the Blue Economy
Presented by: Dr Hugh Breakey, Senior Research Fellow: Institute for Ethics, Governance & Law, Griffith University
The social license to operate (SLO) is an ambiguous term and a challenging feature of many contemporary industries, including Blue Economy industries. This presentation will discuss different ways of understanding the SLO, through definitions, analogies, and its absence. It will explore how the SLO can work (or fail to work) in different cases as an ethical tool, activist weapon, corporate shield, or empty buzzword. It will describe four different strategies that give rise to different types of SLO (Genuine SLO; Strategic SLO, Tick-box SLO; and Default SLO), each with different risk profiles.

DEADLINE: CSIRO Next Generation Graduates Program Grant Round 2023-24
2023-10-25 06:00 - 08:00 | Apply online, Australia
Businesses and government organisations are invited to partner with universities to apply for grant funding to bring talented students into your team.

Leading the charge in upskilling Australia’s digital tech workforce, the Next Generation Graduates Program (NGGP) will fund up to 500 nationally competitive scholarships to attract and train the next generation of AI and emerging technologies specialists and build technology capability and skills across a range of fields.
Funded by the Australian Government, the NGGP will provide scholarships to domestic students and aims to attract candidates from diverse academic backgrounds, including those with degrees in social sciences, professional fields, mathematical disciplines, computational sciences, or other areas of study.
Round 2023-24 will provide up to a total of $15.5 million in student stipends and allowances from 2024-2029 with up to a further $5.5 million expected to be committed by industry partners.
Structure
The Round will be structured with two streams:

General Stream – is set to allocate $7.5 million
Regional Stream – is set to allocate up to $8 million
NB: As part of our commitment to a regional focus, priority will be given to Regional Stream applications that successfully meet the criteria. If funds are not fully allocated, leftover funds may be redistributed to the General Stream.

Please review the application guidelines to assess your eligibility for these streams.
Regional focus
The NGGP aims to help students unlock their full potential and shape the future of AI and emerging technologies, with the understanding that diversity in thought and backgrounds is crucial for innovation. The NGGP have completed two rounds to date, with 25 consortia programs successfully awarded. Yet, of these 25, there is only minimal regional university (as per Section 5 in the application guidelines) involvement.
The newly established Regional Stream seeks to:

support participation of regional universities and their students in the NGGP,
encourage collaboration between industry, other partner organisations and universities, including regional universities,
contribute to regional priorities.

Application guidelines and templates

Next Generation Graduates Program Grant Round 2023-24 Application Guidelines PDF (408 KB)
Next Generation Graduates Program Grant Round 2023-24 Application Guidelines (plain text version) TXT (42 KB)
Budget Calculator XLSX (29 KB)
University Letter of Support template DOCX (44 KB)
Partner Organisation Letter of Support template DOCX (47 KB)
Application platform template DOCX (70 KB) – this template is only provided to you to assist brainstorming your proposed consortium program with your team of investigators/partners. All applications must be submitted electronically with the mandatory attachments through the online application platform.

How to apply
All applications must be submitted electronically with the mandatory attachments through the online application platform, which will be accessible from Monday 11 September 2023.

YES! Technical Breakfast
2023-10-25 07:00 - 09:00 | The Shoe Bar, Yagan Square, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
About this event

2 hours
Mobile eTicket

This event is organised by the SUT-YES! (Young Engineers and Scientists) Committee

Join us to learn the lessons and practices from hydrocarbon energy projects and the challenges faced by offshore wind through design, construction and maintenance!
Date: Wednesday, 25 October 2023
Time: 7:00-9:00am
Venue: The Shoe Bar and Cafe – Yagan Square
Address: 376 – 420 Wellington St, Perth, WA
Programme:

7:00am Registration/Drinks & Food
7:15am Welcome, company introductions
7:20am Presentation & Question
8:00am Thank you note and networking
9:00am Event end (approx.)

Take advantage of this opportunity to:

Ask professionals the questions you have in this industry.
Discover the challenges faced by the industry.
Expand your industry knowledge to advance your career.
Meet people and build your valuable network within the industry!

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Contact: SUT (08) 9481 0999 or perthevents@sut.org
Terms & Conditions for this event:
SUT YES! Technical Meeting registrations are online and will be sold on a first come, first served basis.
To confirm your place at the above YES! Technical Meeting, you must register and pay online prior to the event. As this event series has previously sold out, early registration is recommended. Please note, online registration closes at 2pm on the day (unless sold out prior).
Payment during the registration process (via credit card or invoice) is required in order to secure your place/s. If using credit card it will be deducted at the time of registration and an email confirmation and email receipt/tax invoice from Eventbrite will be forwarded to the stipulated email address. If invoice requested, it will be sent to your email address at time of registration and payment will be required within 14 days from receipt of invoice. If payment is not received within this time your registration may be cancelled.
Should our event be postponed due to government regulations surrounding COVID-19, attendees will have the option to have their ticket transferred to the postponed date or receive a full refund.
YES! Technical Breakfast cost:

$25 SUT Members
$25 SUT Student Members
$30 for Non-members.

*Registrations are editable online via your Eventbrite registration link until 2pm on the day.
Registrations are fully refundable up until 30 days prior to the event.
To confirm if your organisation is a Corporate Member please check the event flyer or visit www.sut.org/sut-pages/
1.5 CPD hours can be claimed for this event. Please keep the flyer and receipt for auditing purposes.
Should you have any questions please contact SUT on the above listed contact details.

Pitching Fundamentals with Dave Newman and Scott Glew
2023-10-25 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: Dave Newman & Scott Glew (Morning Startup, PlanCare & Fastvue)
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 interesting, get feedback on idea, vent frustrations, and meet some new friends in the game.
Do you struggle to get your startup message across in three minutes? Would you like to know how to structure your pitch deck when talking to VC’s and potential investors?..

DEADLINE: Pitch for Perth Angels
2023-10-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
Perth Angels are running their 52nd Pitch Night is slated for 15 November, with the registration window closing on the 25 October. Keen entrepreneurs and startup founders are encouraged to secure their spots through this link: https://gust.com/organizations/perth-angels/public_profile.

What’s on offer at the Pitch Night isn’t just a stage, but an opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their cutting-edge ideas, explaining their vision to a room full of potential investors looking for deal flow. It’s a unique opportunity to mingle with a spirited community of like-minded trailblazers and seasoned angel investors, all passionate about fostering innovation and scaling businesses.
Why should you pitch at the Perth Angels Pitch Night?

Direct Lane to Perth Angels: Step up and present your venture directly to Perth Angels, a network that’s become synonymous with endorsing dynamic founders.
Constructive Critiques and Expert Advice: Benefit from profound insights, constructive feedback, and astute advice from veteran angel investors and business people, pivotal in fine-tuning your business plans.
Rich Networking Avenues: Immerse yourself in a buzzing entrepreneurial scene, ripe for forging invaluable partnerships and collaborations.
Robust Funding Prospects: Secure a shot at funding avenues poised to supercharge your business’s trajectory.

For any further details or queries, please shoot an email to Perth Angels at manager@perthangels.com. Don’t miss out on this transformative experience!
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ISACA SecureIT Conference 2023
2023-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Beaumonde On The Point, 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, WA, 6004, Australia
Join the experts for the ISACA SecureIT 2023 Conference at Beaumonde on the Point!
ISACA Perth Chapter invites information audit, risk, security and governance professionals to this year’s SecureIT Annual Conference.
The conference will provide attendees with unique perspectives from senior government and industry leaders on how organisations are responding to trends and occurrences in the cyber-security world, as well as with the insight, knowledge and tools they can use to prepare and implement solutions for their organisations. Join us to learn how to protect and manage your systems at all times, no matter the situation
THEME: Using Risk and Assurance to Navigate Emerging Technologies.
SecureIT 2023 will focus on exploring the vast potential of these rapidly evolving fields. Presenters will delve into key subtopics such as AI, blockchain, IoT, cloud computing, machine learning, and automation while attendees will gain insight into the latest technological advancements and how they can be applied in their organisations and industries whilst managing trust and resilience. The full program has now been released, view the agenda below!
Post-event, join delegates, presenters and sponsors at the networking session next door. Hosted at The Point Bar & Grill, this session, complete with canapes and drinks, has been a highlight in previous years!
SecureIT23 registrants receive exclusive access to the pre-conference breakfast “Diversity as a Competitive Advantage in Emerging Workforces”. Haven’t received your code? Reach out to the organiser florian@partnerandprosper.com.au.
Gold Sponsors:
OneStep Group | ES2
ZScaler
Silver Sponsors:
Simplified Quality Systems
RSM
iSURE Consulting
Community Partner:
CyberWest

Decommissioning Offshore Infrastructure Conference
2023-10-25 08:00 - 2023-10-26 17:00 | Doubletree by Hilton, 1 Barrack Square, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
Meeting the challenge of spending billions by 2050 to remediate offshore assets
OVERVIEW
Informa Australia is delighted to announce the Decommissioning Offshore Infrastructure Conference, held 25-26 October 2023 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront.
The liability for decommissioning offshore assets is expected to exceed AU$56 billion over the coming years due to ageing assets and heightened regulations. The Decommissioning Offshore Infrastructure Conference will explore key learnings, rising opportunities and challenges to fast-track remediating offshore assets. This key networking event allows the opportunity for greater transparency and effective collaboration across the sector.
“We are working closely with industry and regulators to progress decommissioning as safely, efficiently, quickly and cost-effectively as possible.”
Federal Minister for Resources Keith Pitt

“A 2021 federal government-backed study estimated the industry must spend $56 billion by 2050 to decommission assets in Australian waters, with half the work starting this decade.”
WA Today, 13 Feb 2022

Topics will include:

Government regulations
Key learnings, updates and plans from offshore operations
Offshore opportunities – repurposing infrastructure for renewable energy
New technologies
Case studies and key learnings from International decommissioning projects
Decommissioning assets by 2050
Repurpose materials from its decommissioned facilities
Stakeholder and social license
Approaches to offshore decommissioning
Technical challenges, risk to personnel and the environment, and costs are associated with removing aged infrastructure from harsh offshore environments

SUPERCONNECT® LEGO® Serious Play® 3 Day Certification Training
2023-10-25 09:00 - 18:00 | State Buildings, Australia
Become a Certified Facilitator of LEGO® Serious Play®
USE DISCOUNT CODE FROM WA INNOVATION CALENDAR: INNOVATION10
This comprehensive training program will not only certify you in the standard LEGO® Serious Play® method, you will also learn how to optimise your sessions for human connection, psychological safety and most of all, better conversations about difficult and important things using the SUPERCONNECT® Method. It’s two trainings in one.
You will learn how to use hands-on, minds-on learning to facilitate powerful conversations that stimulate creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and communication. You’ll learn how to design and deliver sessions that are tailored to the specific needs of your clients, and you’ll gain hands-on experience through a series of interactive exercises and role-plays.
But the benefits of the SUPERCONNECT® LEGO® Serious Play® Certification program go beyond just facilitating great conversations. You’ll also learn how to use LEGO® Serious Play® to build trust, foster teamwork, and improve overall business performance. Whether you’re a coach, a consultant, keynote speaker, researcher or a leader in your organization, this program will give you the skills and confidence you need to facilitate powerful conversations that lead to real results.
This is the only LEGO® Serious Play® Certification training being offered in Western Australia, and the only public SUPERCONNECT® training being offered globally. So where ever you are based, this training is for you.
This is for you if…

You’re a facilitator who wants to help people feel more connected with each other, give them a gateway to unpack their thinking in a different way, and most of all, have better conversations about difficult things.
You’re a keynote speaker who wants to offer audience activations and interactive keynotes that leaves everyone feeling happy and more connected.
You’re a coach or therapist who wants a proven new tool to enhance psychological safety so clients can they can share more openly, get unstuck and gain the transformative insights they need to move forward.
You’re an educator or teacher looking for a proven way to radically engage students and deeply enhance learning.
You’re a leader who wants to have better conversations with your team about the things that really matter.
You’re a researcher or stakeholder manager who wants to easily gather authentic and actionable insights while making clients and stakeholders feel happy and deeply heard.

What’s included…

Two powerful trainings in one!

LEGO® Serious Play® Training + Certification
SUPERCONNECT® Training (with option to upgrade to SUPERCONNECT® Certified Conversation Specialist, which includes one-on-one training and assessment with SUPERCONNECT® Creator Dr. Kate Raynes-Goldie)

3 day in-person intensive in Perth, Western Australia
Small group size for an optimised learning experience
The Official SUPERCONNECT® LEGO® Serious Play Handbook
Your very own customised SUPERCONNECT® Spark Kit, which includes 25 cards with the best questions for sparking great conversations, enough LEGO® Serious Play® for 2-3 people and a special carry bag.
A beautiful, exclusive space in the heart of Perth, full of art and gorgeous furnishings to inspire your mind, connect your heart and nurture your creativity
Closing drinks and nibbles to celebrate your achievement with your newest group of friends

What you will learn…
With the standard LEGO Serious Play Certification you will learn all the core techniques for facilitating small groups in workplace settings with a focus on improving business outcomes, for example team building and strategy.
With the SUPERCONNECT add-on included in this training, you will expand your toolkit to be able to offer your clients short play-based sessions for audience activation, conference workshops, interactive keynotes, speed networking, stakeholder engagement and customer research.
You will learn:

The history and science that makes SUPERCONNECT® and LEGO® Serious Play® so powerful
The core templates and applications of LEGO® Serious Play®, including working with small groups for improving business outcomes.
Use SUPERCONNECT® to customise and deliver sessions for a wide variety of client needs and use cases, beyond the standard LEGO® Serious Play® offering, including:

Working with large groups and multiple tables for conferences, interactive keynotes and large events
Working with pairs for networking, coaching or other one-on-one sessions
One-on-one sales meetings that convert by letting them experience the power of what you offer
Play-based icebreakers for events, meetings and courses of all shapes and sizes
Play-based coaching and training

How to optimise your sessions for trust, safety, human connection, and most of all, creating a space better conversations about difficult and important things. This space and the conversations that come out of it can be an outcome in itself, or a way to supercharge strategy, team building or any other type of session.
How to create a psychologically safe space for your participants, which is the foundation for everything from better conversations about difficult things to more authentic and actionable insights from customers and stakeholders.
How to capture and share session outcomes with your clients for a wide variety of purposes such as research, visioning and strategic planning.
How to design, curate and source LEGO® pieces and kits to create the best outcomes for your sessions.
Craft, test and refine better questions for your sessions based on client requirements, and thus better outcomes for your clients.
Co-create customised sessions with clients.

Superconnect Lego Training
2023-10-25 09:00 - 2023-10-27 17:00 | State Buildings, Australia
This comprehensive training program will not only certify you in the LEGO® Serious Play® method, you will also learn how to optimise your sessions for human connection, psychological safety and most of all, better conversations about difficult and important with the ultimate LEGO® Serious Play® add-on: SUPERCONNECT®.

It’s two powerful trainings in one.
You will learn how to use hands-on, minds-on learning to facilitate powerful conversations that stimulate creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and communication. You’ll learn how to design and deliver sessions that are tailored to the specific needs of your clients, and you’ll gain hands-on experience through a series of interactive activities that will give you the confidence to immediately take your training into the real world.
But the benefits of the SUPERCONNECT® LEGO® Serious Play® Certification program go beyond just facilitating great conversations. You’ll also learn how to use LEGO® Serious Play® to build trust, foster teamwork, and improve overall business performance. Whether you’re a coach, a consultant, keynote speaker, researcher or a leader in your organization, this program will give you the skills and confidence you need to facilitate powerful conversations that lead to real results.
This is the only LEGO® Serious Play® Certification training being offered in Western Australia, and the only public SUPERCONNECT® training being offered globally. So where ever you are based, this training is for you.

Cyber Week – Cyber Briefing for Small Business
2023-10-25 16:00 - 19:00 | ECU City Hub, 491 Wellington Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
This event is designed to help small businesses stay ahead in the ever-evolving cyber landscape.
Our expert speakers Professor of Cyber Security Practice at ECU, Paul Haskell-Dowland and Sudesh Ranasinghe, Founder of LokuSec will provide valuable insights and practical tips to protect your business from cyber threats. Learn about the latest cybersecurity trends, best practices, and effective strategies to safeguard your sensitive information.
Don’t miss this opportunity to network with other small business owners and cyber security experts and gain valuable knowledge to enhance your cybersecurity defenses.

What is Innovation Management?
2023-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Cloisters Square, 5/863 Hay Street, Perth, Australia
Learn about Innovation Management from the Australian Institute of Innovation Management

Australian Innovation Management Institute Ltd (AIMI) is a membership-based, non-profit organisation, with the deep purpose of advancing the understanding and development of innovation and innovation management across Australia.
The event includes keynote speakers and a panel session, followed by a networking session. Drinks and canapes provided!

Concept to Copyright: The Value of Intellectual Property
2023-10-26 15:30 - 17:30 | Anthologie, 8 Brown Street, East Perth, WA, 6004, Australia
In Concept to Copyright, our esteemed panel will delve into the often tricky world of IP and discuss both personal and commercial compliance

Date and time

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM AWST

Location

Anthologie: 8 Brown Street East Perth, WA 6004

About this event

2 hours
Mobile eTicket

What defines ownership of intellectual property is one of the most hotly debated topics in the creative industries. And why wouldn’t it be. Afterall, expertise, ideas and creativity underpin an individual’s value, as much as they define an agency or even the client.
In Concept to Copyright, our esteemed panel will delve into the often tricky world of IP and discuss both personal and commercial compliance.
Beyond that, we’ll explore opportunities for developing and commercialising your IP; recent updates in government policy; and how tax breaks for R&D are helping drive tomorrow’s innovation.

Charlie Gunningham
Director of Innovation – Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science & Innovation
Charlie has spent 20+ years in Perth’s business, tech, media, and startups. He co-founded aussiehome.com, led REIWA and Business News, and won WA Pearcey Entrepreneur of the Year.

Bourby Webster
Chief Rule Breaker – North Street Music and RARE Company
Bourby is an arts entrepreneur, founder and former CEO of Perth Symphony Orchestra. She is a professional musician, has had a record deal, and is a concert producer and promoter. In 2019 she was recognised as WA of the Year in Arts & Culture for her contribution to Western Australia.

David Stewart
Principal & Head of Intellectual Property – Bennett Litigation & Commercial Law
Recognised by peers as one of Australia’s preeminent IP lawyers, Dave has written for The Wall Street Journal and Australian Financial Review and is an Adjunct Professor at Murdoch University.

Stephen Carroll
Director – Evolve
Stephen is a registered R&D tax agent with over 20 years’ experience across a diverse range of industries. He is actively involved in WA’s innovation programs and is the volunteer CEO for Innovate Australia.

Refreshments, nibbles & networking opportunities provided.
IN:WA member agencies receive 2 free tickets.
Additional tickets & non-members are $20 (+booking fee).

DEADLINE: WA Climate Awards 2023 Pilot
2023-10-27 06:00 - 07:00 | Apply online, Australia
Testing 1, 2, 3…
Before we launch the inaugural WA Climate Awards in 2024, let’s see who you think has stepped up in 2023.
We’re kicking off with a lo-fi pilot event.
Lo-fi nominations, lo-fi awards and a lo-fi party to recognise those truly demonstrating climate leadership in Western Australia.
All we need from you is to share your deepest thoughts about someone* whose efforts on climate action you really admire.

*Nominations close Friday 27 October, 2023.

NOMINATE HERE

Pilbara Innovation Exchange | Conference, Tradeshow & Networking
2023-10-27 12:30 - 18:30 | The Hub, 2 Brodie-Hall Dr, Bentley, Western Australia, 6102, Australia
CORE Innovation Hub presents the Pilbara Innovation Exchange!
Unlocking regional business potential in Western Australia, the Pilbara Innovation Exchange is a conference featuring keynote industry speakers aiming to build the knowledge, skills and industry connections essential to resilient business growth for businesses operating in the Pilbara. This half day Exchange will also feature a trade show exclusively profiling regional businesses from across the Pilbara along with networking and advisory opportunities.
AGENDA

12:30 PM – Welcome & Keynote Address
1 PM – Session One: Demystifying net zero for small business
2 PM – Session Two: Business Advisory Hours & Unlocking Regional Business Success Panel
3 PM – Networking Break
3:15 PM – Session Three – Small Business Toolkit
4:00 PM – Exhibitor Lightning Pitches
5 PM – Exhibition Opens & Speed Networking
6:30 PM – Formalities Conclude

Speakers to be announced shortly.

Business for Good Summit: Shaping the Purpose Economy
2023-10-31 10:00 - 13:30 | online, Australia
Social Traders Social Enterprise Summit & Trailblazer Awards

Business for Good Summit: Shaping the Purpose Economy
The Social Traders Social Enterprise Summit – Bringing together the social enterprise sector, with business and government members leading the charge in business for good.
Join us as we advocate for a more inclusive and equitable Australia – centred around both social enterprise and social procurement, the summit will showcase how doing business for good is now expected and how you can achieve it!
How together we can shape the purpose economy – Agenda & speakers for the summit will be announced in September.
Bridging the gap between business and social enterprise, attendees to the summit will contribute to idea sharing, participate in learnings and discussions hosted by thought leaders, and experts in the social enterprise sector.
Social Traders are proud to be partnering with the Westpac Group and Social Enterprise Australia for the Social Traders Social Enterprise Summit & Trailblazer Awards 2023.
The Westpac Group is committed to its purpose in creating better futures together. As purchasers and supporters of communities, recognising the opportunities to deliver on this purpose. Through the Westpac Foundation and the Supplier Inclusion & Diversity Program, they seek to promote social and economic participation with supplier partners, including social enterprises.
What you can expect:

Main room keynotes with guest speakers and policy makers
Meet the Buyer sessions, members actively seeking social enterprise partnerships
Masterclasses hosted by sector experts
Panel discussions with change makers
Fireside chats with those who have some big stories to tell
Hear from the Game Changers of 2023
The 2023 Trailblazer Awards
And more to come…

Why you should attend:

Trends & insights into the current social procurement landscape in Australia
Listen to social procurement partnerships in action
Understand the challenges faced and lessons learned
See the profound and life-changing impact of social procurement.
Meet the Buyer sessions, members actively seeking social enterprise partnerships
Networking and community building with a likeminded audience
Hear from experts in social procurement
Discuss how spend with social enterprise positively impacts our communities.
Celebrate the Trailblazers of 2023

Who should attend:

Certified social enterprise members
Social enterprises not yet certified with Social Traders
Business and governments looking to make the switch to good
Existing business and government members
Sector collaborators and networks
Those who want to make buying from social enterprise the norm

Places are limited. Registration is essential and will close at 5pm on Monday 30 October 2023 unless booked out prior.
Please reach out to our events team with any questions events@socialtraders.com.au
