Underground Mining Fleet Electrification: Challenges and Opportunities
2024-05-09 08:30 - 15:00 (Australia/Perth) | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
This masterclass is designed for mine operators interested in decarbonising mining operations through the use of battery electric vehicles.

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are an attractive solution to help decarbonise mining operations.
BEVs present a pathway to reduce mine-site GGE emissions, reduce operating costs and create world-class ESG outcomes. However, operators need expert understandings and access to deep data to effectively implement BEVs in underground mines.
The FBICRC is delighted to present the one-day Underground Mining Fleet Electrification masterclass for professional and technical operators in mine planning and operations, and those interested in the decarbonisation of mining operations.
Click here for the full workshop description.
Please book your place today to avoid disappointment as recent FBICRC masterclasses have sold out early.

Y.hub Monthly Workshop: Best Business Framework
2024-05-09 09:30 - 10:30 | Y.hub Coworking, 128 Yanchep Beach Road, Yanchep, WA, 6035, Australia
Welcome to Y.hub’s Best Business Framework: Structuring for Success!
Date: Thursday 9th May 2024, 9:30-10:30am, (and monthly on a Thursday thereafter)
Location: 128 Yanchep Beach Rd
Join our monthly workshop, “Best Business Framework: Structuring for Success”, for new and established business owners who are looking to build, refine and reinforce the foundational aspects of their business. This workshop serves as a structured, informative tool, offering a business assessment framework to help you reflect on areas for improvement and solidify your business operations.
Why Participate?
Whether you have successfully set your business in motion and are proficient in your field or just starting out, understanding and implementing the structural components essential for sustained growth can be challenging. Our workshops provide the critical insights and tools needed to strengthen your business foundation, aligning it with your long-term goals.
How We Guide You:
Through a series of structured sessions, we offer a checklist approach that guides you through assessing your current operations, ensuring compliance, and optimising your setup for efficiency and scalability. This methodical approach helps clarify what steps you need to take to solidify your business’s foundation for your success.
What You Will Gain:
The workshops cover vital aspects of business structuring, refining operational strategies and fostering your personal strength and wellbeing as a business owner. You will learn how to build upon your existing successes, fortifying your business against potential challenges and preparing it for future opportunities.
When to Enrol:
If you are navigating the complexities of establishing or running a business and feel the need for a clearer path forward, the time to act is now!

Evolving your era of AI journey – Webinar Series
2024-05-09 12:00 - 13:00 | online, Australia
Webinar 1: If your AI isn’t game changing is it game over? – Thursday 9th May 2024, 2:00pm – 3:00pm AEST | 4:00pm NZST | 12:00pm SGT/HKT
If you’re not developing an AI strategy, you can bet your competitors are. As an experienced player in this rapidly developing field, here’s an insider’s tip: there are two frameworks to consider – Everyday AI and Game-Changing AI. The former focuses on productivity, the later on transformation. The impact is evolution versus revolution; surviving versus thriving. In a field where the rules are constantly changing, Insight helps you play to win. We’ll give you an update on the state of the AI nation, demystifying the two key options and letting you know what you need to get started.

Hosted Adam Howe and Paul Cina

Webinar 2: Get started with Copilot: Your Zero-Cost AI Assistant – Tuesday 14th May 2024, 2:00pm – 2:45pm AEST | 4:00pm NZST | 12:00pm SGT/HKT
Discover how Copilot can safeguard your data and ensure compliance, delve into the art of prompt engineering and learn what foundational elements you need to get started, including governance, privacy and identifying champions within your organisation.
Additionally, we will facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the platform formerly known as Bing Chat Enterprise, now rebranded as Copilot for Commercial Data Protection. This ensures that you are well-prepared with the necessary insights to adopt AI in a responsible and impactful manner.

Hosted by Roland Leggat and Paul Cina

Webinar 3: Innovate and Automate: Transforming Digital Creativity with Adobe Generative AI – Wednesday 22nd May, 2024 2:00pm – 2:45pm AEST | 4:00pm NZST | 12:00pm SGT/HKT
In this session we will look at the new Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant that can help you interact, summarise, and format PDF documents. We will also unpack how Adobe Firefly and Generative AI can transform your content creation workflow with new features and integrations including API services so you can automate at scale, and Adobe’s ethical and responsible approach to Generative AI to ensure you remain compliant.

Hosted by Matt Davis

Webinar 4: Building your business case and maximising your investment in Copilots – Tuesday, 28th May 2024 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm AEST | 4:30pm NZST | 12:30pm SGT/HKT
In this webinar, we will clarify the vast landscape of generative AI, demonstrating how it can elevate productivity, collaboration, and efficiency within your organisation. We’ll guide you through maximising your Copilot investment, involving key stakeholders and champions to foster engagement and usage, and providing ongoing support for sustained success and user adoption. Discover practical strategies to overcome resistance to change, such as addressing concerns head-on and celebrating milestones.

Hosted by Giselle Rowe, Paul Cina

Webinar 5: Discover the latest updates with Microsoft Copilots – Tuesday 4th June, 2024 2:00pm – 2:45pm AEST | 4:00pm NZST | 12:00pm SGT/HKT
Explore the latest advancements in Microsoft Copilots and their impact on your business. We’ll introduce the newest features and updates across different Copilots, ensuring you stay ahead in leveraging AI for your enterprise.
This session is designed to keep you informed on the most recent developments in AI technology, providing insights into how these updates can streamline your operations, enhance security measures, and drive business growth.

Hosted by: Paul Cina and Roland Leggat

Empowering Neurodiverse Talent to Thrive in the Workplace
2024-05-09 16:30 - 18:30 | Curtin CBD (137 St Georges Tce), 137 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
Join us for an interactive panel discussion surrounding the strengths of neurodiverse people in data science and AI related careers.

The WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) is excited to partner with idoba on this event.
Many neurodiverse individuals have exceptional skills such as superior attention to detail, heightened pattern recognition, and sustained concentration that make them very valuable employees that increase productivity and product quality. Due to their different way of thinking, neurodiverse individuals can also be very innovative in solving complex problems, yet this talent pool remains largely untapped.
This event will allow attendees to understand the strengths of neurodiverse people and how employers can help prepare them to succeed in the growing area of data engineering, data science and AI related careers.
Be inspired by an interactive panel discussion and learn about the various opportunities and pathways available for neurodiverse individuals and understand how your organisation could benefit from a neurodiverse workplace.

Empowering Neurodiverse Talent to Thrive in the Workplace
2024-05-09 16:30 - 18:30 | 137 St Georges Tce, Perth, 137 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Grab your tickets here.
Join us for this collaboration with idoba for this special event.
Neurodiverse individuals often possess extraordinary abilities, including enhanced attention to detail, advanced pattern recognition, and the ability to maintain focus for extended periods. These qualities not only contribute to their potential as exceptional employees, enhancing both productivity and the quality of products, but their unique perspectives also make them invaluable assets in creative problem-solving. Despite these benefits, the potential of neurodiverse talent is frequently overlooked.
This gathering aims to enlighten participants about the strengths inherent in neurodiversity and how to effectively integrate neurodiverse individuals into the workforce, particularly within the expanding fields of data engineering, data science, and AI.
Experience a dynamic panel discussion that will not only inspire but also inform attendees about the myriad opportunities available to neurodiverse individuals. Gain insights into how embracing neurodiversity within your organisation can drive innovation and success.

What is Angel Investing – Webinar
2024-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 | online, Australia
Unlock the Secrets of Angel Investing: A Webinar with Greg Riebe!
Ever wondered what Angel investing is all about and how it could transform your approach to investments? Join us for an exclusive webinar where Greg Riebe, Perth Angels Co-founder and Board Member, will guide you through the fascinating world of angel investing.
🚀 What to Expect:

Gain insights into the intricacies of angel investing
Understand where angel investing fits within the investment spectrum
Hear firsthand experiences and success stories from the world of angel investing

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to delve into the world of angel investing and become a key player in the dynamic landscape of startup investments!
An access link will be delivered via email one day before the event.

WAMR Networking Sundowner @ GHD, Perth City
2024-05-09 17:00 - 20:00 | GHD, 10/999 Hay Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Come join us for the 5th WAMR Networking Event, a networking sundowner on the rooftop of the Perth city GHD building. A chance to get together, meet your peers, discuss your research projects and make a few friends in the process!
GHD are our wonderful sponsors who will bring an expert panel together to discuss how research and innovation feeds into the design of projects to address sustainability concerns from the outset, not as an afterthought.

Thursday 9 May 2024 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (UTC+08)

Get directions

GHD
Level 10/999 Hay St, Perth WA 6000

Indigenous Joint Ventures Workshop – 10 May 2024 (VIRTUAL)
2024-05-10 08:30 - 16:30 | online, Australia
The Waalitj Hub provides support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people wanting to start, grow or sustain their businesses.

In a groundbreaking initiative funded by NIAA, the Waalitj Hub has partnered with the Australian Institute of Management Western Australia (AIM WA) to design and develop the Indigenous Joint Ventures Workshops to provide Indigenous entrepreneurs with knowledge and strategies to deliver better outcomes for themselves through commercial Joint Ventures.
This one day virtual workshop is tailored towards Indigenous Entrepreneurs who are currently in, or considering a business joint venture arrangement.
The workshop will cover:

An introduction to JV’s
Why enter a JV – benefits and risks?
Types of JV arrangements
Criteria for evaluating your JV
Questions to ask of and about your JV partner
Business relationships, balance of power and code of behaviour
Black cladding issues
Principles of good governance in JV arrangements
Roles and responsibilities of Directors, Management and Shareholders
Introduction to financial statements for Directors
Negotiating the terms and conditions of your JV

Learning outcomes:

Decide if a JV arrangement is the right option for your business
Evaluate if there is alignment of values and expectations with your JV partner
Begin to understand and build the foundations for a JV partnership through good governance
Identify the threats and opportunities in a case study demonstrating an actual JV arrangement
Know when, where and how to seek further advice and support

Facilitator:
AIM WA are a contemporary education leader; shaping management, leadership and workplace excellence.
Your session will be led by Gemma Nugent, a specialist construction, engineering and consulting contract lawyer. As the Principal Lawyer at SoundLegal, Gemma helps construction, engineering, consulting and light industrial businesses to create and negotiate clear, plain English contracts, so they can achieve great project outcomes.

2024 Cyber Security in Mining Roundtable – Perth
2024-05-14 08:30 - 17:00 | Perth WA, Western Australia, Australia
Join the upcoming roundtable in Perth, Australia to integrate into the global mining cyber security sharing community.

The MM-ISAC is holding a roundtable meeting to bring together member companies and other mining company cyber security leaders to share intelligence, dig-in on critical risk factors and topics, and confirm a plan for increasing collaboration and sharing and ensuring an united approach to the cyber resiliency of our industry. As someone responsible for the cyber security of mining operations, please join the upcoming roundtable to integrate into the global mining cyber security sharing community.
Cyber security is increasingly complex for mining companies as the digitalization and automation of our mines advances swiftly. Why do it alone? What can we achieve together to protect our mines?
During the roundtable, participants will share their critical issues and dig-in on pathways for solutions covering many of the cyber security priorities today. Topics will include:

Insider risk
Cyber security for OT
Supply chain resiliency
Shifting from prevention to active management control
Current threat intelligence

Who we are
The Mining and Metals ISAC (MM-ISAC) is a non-profit, industry-owned corporation established to improve the cyber security of metals and mining companies. Its goal is to protect members against incidents that could impact safety, environmental sustainability, or operational productivity. This mission will be achieved by sharing threat and vulnerability information, cross company collaboration, improving the resilience of our supply chain, and providing opportunities for training and knowledge sharing.

Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) Workshop
2024-05-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, 6000, Australia
Concept to Reality (C2R) – ‘Bridging the Valley of Death’ – Transitioning Innovative Healthcare & Medical Device products into manufacturing

Innovating products is the lifeblood of any organisation but, what happens when concepts need to transition into manufacturing or ‘into reality’?
People often mention the Valley of Death, relating to the numerous innovations that fail to bridge this gap to the next phase of production.
The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub and Bosch are excited to bring you this dynamic discussion to share the experiences & the fears of transitioning innovations into reality and how Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) have supported businesses in this sector to:

Reduce risk.
Eliminate downstream error.
Limit unnecessary unplanned costs.
Plan better.
Make the decision to invest easier.
Visual what production could look like.
Optimise product designs for ease of manufacture.
Offer manufacturing resource and know-how.

Bosch are known for successfully launching innovative products so, this workshop will provide insights to the systems & tools that BAMS employ that provide clients with a greater confidence when they are ready to scale up.
Who should attend
If you are employed within a Healthcare/MedTech incubator, start-up or, as an existing business, who wish to transition innovations into manufacturing, then this will be an ideal event for you.
It is aimed for those who are planning their manufacturing strategies and need some reassurances around the decisions and investments that are to be made. This could be designers & technical personnel, CEO’s, COO’s, and other executives employed within business operations.
Topics:
We shall engage in a group discussion to share experiences and barriers, followed by a short presentation covering the topics as described below:

The tension between Commercialisation and R&D.
Manufacturing Strategy – The what, how and when.
The fear of automation & the barriers to investing.
Manufacturing resourcing & technical know-how.
Lean Manufacturing: Design for Manufacture, Lean Line Design, Value Stream Mapping.
The Bosch Production System.
Simulation Tools as a decision-making tool.

About Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS)
Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) offers 138 years of Bosch quality & expertise to Australian manufacturers, offering custom machine building, engineering, manufacturing support, and consulting services.
Based in Clayton, Victoria, BAMS has over 120 engineers and support staff servicing local and international customers.
In 2021, BAMS opened a new Manufacturing Automation Centre, a purpose-built facility to boost strategic collaboration and innovation.
Additionally, BAMS employ an every growing a team of experts in specific areas such as Industry 4.0 and Lean Manufacturing, which is advantageous to those businesses that wish to grow their manufacturing capability but need support in doing so.
Schedule:
Registrations will open at 8:30am and we shall start the talks at 9:00am. Following the morning workshop will be a short Tea break, with refreshments served at the end of the event at 12:00pm. There will be plenty of time for networking with other liked minded people during these intervals and time to catch up with your host for Q&A’s.
For more information about Bosch, contact:
Paul Beckett
Regional Sales Manager
Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions
E-Mail: paul.beckett@au.bosch.com
Mobile: 0407 579 348
www.boschmanufacturing.au

DEADLINE: Board Member Position EOI (MRIWA)
2024-05-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Apply online, Australia
Expressions of Interest for a Member of the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia Board
The Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) is seeking expressions of interest for appointment as a Member to its Board.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate recent or current experience in commercialisation of new science or technology, private sector investment in R&D and project finance, intellectual property management, and knowledge of government processes.
Knowledge of a broad range of issues affecting the minerals industry, as well as projected trends, is essential. Prior governance experience, particularly in Audit & Risk, will be highly regarded, as will experience in clean energy and emissions reduction technology.
In line with the Public Sector’s commitment to diversity on boards, priority may be given to suitably qualified candidates who meet this outcome. Applicants must reside in Western Australia.
Short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview.
About MRIWA and its Board
MRIWA is a Western Australian statutory authority. Information about its activities and focus areas can be found here.
The MRIWA Board is appointed by the Minister responsible for the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia Act 2013 (the MRIWA Act) and is comprised of seven members including the chairperson where:

at least one is to have recent or current experience in the minerals industry; and
at least one is to have recent or current experience in the minerals research sector or any other research sector; and
each other member is to have knowledge of, and experience in, a field that is, in the opinion of the Minister, relevant to the Institute’s functions.

The Board is the governing body of MRIWA and oversees the administration of the organisation in accordance with the functions outlined in the MRIWA Act.
The MRIWA Board Charter can be located here.
Interested persons are invited to submit their curriculum vitae and a brief cover letter (one page) outlining the skills and experience they would bring to the Board by COB Tuesday, May 14 to ceo@mriwa.wa.gov.au.
For further information please contact MRIWA Chair via chair@mriwa.wa.gov.au.

Beyond Extraction: Leading Governance & Human Rights for SDGs
2024-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Central Park, L17/152 - 158 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
This forum explores leadership qualities necessary to navigate complex governance and human rights standards within the extractive sector

Join us for an insightful exploration at our upcoming SDG Forum titled ‘Leading Governance & Human Rights in Extractive’.
This thought-provoking event will delve into the critical intersection of leadership, governance, and human rights within the extractive industry, offering valuable insights for stakeholders across sectors. Featuring expert speakers and engaging panel discussions, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in sustainable resource development.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of shaping tomorrow’s extractive industry landscape. Register now to secure your spot!
Event date: 14 May 2024, Tuesday
Time: 6 – 7:30pm (Registration starts at 5:30 pm)
Venue at: Central Park, L17, 152-158 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA 6000
P anel speakers: (TBA)
Capacity limit applies. Book now to avoid missing out.
Event sponsored by Rio Tinto and hosted by the UNAAWA SDG Forum Team.

CyberWest Summit
2024-05-15 - 2024-05-16 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Cybersecurity is not just the IT department’s responsibility; it’s an organisation-wide concern.
As a business leader, you need to understand the risk and how to ensure your organisation is resilient to a cyber attack.
Join us at the CyberWest Summit for practical, hands-on education and up-skilling tailored to professionals outside cyber security.
No jargon, just outstanding speakers, workshops, and an exhibition space featuring vetted cyber security providers.

Get your tickets now!

DEADLINE: Nominations for ASTE Awards
2024-05-15 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
ATSE Awards recognise excellence in STEM.

Clunies Ross Technology Innovation Awards
The Clunies Ross Technology Innovation Awards recognise contributions by dedicated individuals, or teams, who have shared their vision and knowledge with others to apply technology for the benefit of Australia, and beyond.

Batterham Medal for Engineering Excellence
The Batterham Medal is an early career award for a graduate engineer who has achieved substantial peer or industry recognition for their work in the past five years.

ICM Agrifood Award
The ICM Agrifood Award recognises and acknowledges the outstanding work of two early career scientists or technologists.

Ezio Rizzardo Polymer Scholarship
The Ezio Rizzardo Polymer Scholarship acknowledges the potential impact of an outstanding PhD candidate in polymer science or engineering.

David & Valerie Solomon Award
The David & Valerie Solomon Award is a new early-mid career award for a science or technology graduate working in academia/research or industry R&D who demonstrates substantial ability to foster research-industry collaboration and knowledge transfer for the benefit of Australia.

Traditional Knowledge Innovation Award
The Award acknowledges and recognises an individual, team, community, or organisation respectfully and successfully applying Australian Traditional Knowledge in contemporary innovation contexts.

AWARDS NOMINATION INFORMATION SESSION TIMES

How we can build a stronger sovereign manufacturing capability here in WA
2024-05-15 08:00 - 12:30 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Whether it is scaling up, transitioning innovations into production or, continuous improvement, the decision to invest in manufacturing equipment can often be daunting. Manufacturers may become stuck in indecision or incur unnecessary and avoidable costs.
Planning effectively is key to ensuring successful outcomes, and whilst current tools are effective, they are being replaced with more powerful tools that offer better results and therefore confidence.
This discussion will be to share the experiences & the fears of making those investment decisions and how Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) have supported businesses in this sector to:
– Reduce risk.
– Eliminate downstream error.
– Make the decision to invest easier.
– Limit unnecessary & unplanned costs.
– Plan better.
– Visual what production could look like.
– Optimise product designs for ease of manufacture.
– Offer manufacturing resource and know-how.
Bosch are known for successfully launching innovative products so, this workshop will provide insights to the systems & tools that BAMS employ that provide manufacturers with a greater confidence when they are ready to scale up.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
If you are employed within either a start-up or, an existing business, who wish to introduce new products, scale up or solve current production issues then this event is for you.
It is aimed for those who are planning their manufacturing strategies and need some reassurances around the decisions and investments that are to be made. This could be designers & technical personnel, CEO’s, COO’s, and other executives employed within business operations.
These topics will also relate to existing manufacturing operations where production processes require improvement and the decision to invest is not so well defined. Participants will see examples of Lean Manufacturing exercises and the application of Digital Tools that BAMS use to help clients become more effective & efficient.
CONFERENCE TOPICS & DEMOS:
We shall engage in a group discussion to share experiences and barriers, followed by a short presentation covering the topics as described below:
– The tension between Commercialisation and R&D.
– Manufacturing Strategy – The what, how and when.
– The fear of automation & the barriers to investing.
– Manufacturing resourcing & technical know-how.
– Lean Manufacturing: Design for Manufacture, Lean Line Design, Value Stream Mapping.
– The Bosch Production System.
– Simulation Tools as a decision-making tool.

Webinar: Introduction to the R&DTI
2024-05-15 09:30 - 10:30 | online, Australia
5/15/2024, 9:30 AM – 5/15/2024, 10:30 AM
Time zone: (UTC+08:00) Perth

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program.
You will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. We highly recommend attending this session before submitting an application.
What you will learn:

the benefits offered by the R&D Tax Incentive
who can apply
what R&D activities and expenditure are eligible
the importance of record keeping
when and how to apply.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Innovation Summit: Food Hubs and Vertical Farming
2024-05-15 13:30 - 16:00 | The Rise, 28 Eight Avenue, Maylands, WA, Australia
Exploring sustainable agriculture’s future at the Food Hubs & Vertical Farming Innovation Summit, focusing on tech and efficiency.

The Food Hubs and Vertical Farming Innovation Summit, organized by Innovate Australia, aims to spotlight sustainable agriculture advancements through the exploration of food hubs and vertical farming. This gathering invites agricultural innovators, industry experts, and entrepreneurs to engage in discussions on urban agriculture, resource optimization, and sustainable food production techniques. The summit focuses on practical applications, showcasing technological breakthroughs and fostering collaboration within the sector. As an initiative by Innovate Australia, it seeks to promote innovative practices for more effective food production and distribution, thereby contributing to environmental sustainability and enhancing community well-being. This event represents a significant opportunity for professionals to learn, network, and discover solutions that will shape the future of agriculture.

Alchemy: A Night of Innovation
2024-05-15 17:00 - 19:30 | WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Embark on an alchemical journey of transformation at the WA Museum as we present Alchemy | A Night of Innovation. In collaboration with Modern People, StartupWA, So Perth, and StartupNews, and hosted within the captivating ambiance of Boola Bardip, this is an unparalled pitch night that promises to transmute ideas into gold and redefine the startup ecosystem in Western Australian.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

Exclusive Pitches: Witness ten visionary startups unveil their formulas for success. Guided by intensive mentorship, these innovators will distill their ideas into potent 4-minute pitches, aiming to capture the imagination of investors, a revered panel, and the wider startup community
Startup Alley: Immerse yourself in the alchemical laboratory of the Startup Alley, a dynamic space where attendees can engage with the minds behind the pitches. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the transformative potential of each project and uncover investment opportunities before and after the main presentations.
Interactive and Engaging: Become an active participant in the process. Cast your vote for the most promising innovations, witness stage interviews with the top three startups, and forge connections with fellow innovators, investors, and thought leaders in the field.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, tech enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about innovation and the future of our planet. Whether you’re looking to invest, collaborate, or simply immerse yourself in the world of startups and innovation, ALCHEMY offers an unparalleled opportunity to be at the forefront of WA’s startup scene.
Wednesday 15th May
5-7:30PM Hackett Hall, WA Museum Boola Bardip

We’re dedicated to fostering connections that support business growth and innovation development.
Our commitment extends beyond the night, ensuring that connections are nurtured and brilliant ideas pitched don’t just remain ideas but are alchemised into tangible, impactful realities.
Don’t miss out on this standout event in the startup calendar.
Together, let’s propel WA into a future where innovation knows no bounds.

** This is a cash bar event.

Blockchain Breakfast Perth
2024-05-16 08:00 - 10:00 | The Little Way Cafe, 161 Broadway, Nedlands, WA, 6009, Australia
Join us for a morning of networking and learning about all things blockchain at our Blockchain Breakfast in Perth on May 16!

Blockchain Breakfast Perth – 16 May
Calling all Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Entrepreneurs and Investors in Perth!
Join us for our monthly breakfast meetup, completely free of charge. Connect with industry leaders and fellow investors at Perth’s longest-standing blockchain event.
At this month’s gathering, Deryck Graham, CEO of Portal Asset Management and founder of Blockchain Breakfast, will delve into the key discussions from TOKEN2049 in Dubai, address the recent market volatility and explore where we are up to in the current bull cycle. All this in an open engaging discussion to learn about the evolving landscape of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyLO1raZkPcCeFhX6f4OE05zhZNSoBykfQy9t8DypUAKjN-Q/viewform
Date: Thursday, 16th of May, 2024
Location: The Little Way Cafe, 161 Broadway Nedlands
Time: 8:00 am

Dairy Innovation Day 2024
2024-05-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Melville Park, 10370 South Western Highway, Brunswick, WA, 6224, Australia
WA’s biggest annual gathering of dairy farmers and industry stakeholders, showcasing dairy and agricultural production ideas and innovations

Since its inception in 2000, Dairy Innovation Day has showcased a range of dairy and agricultural innovations and ideas, including those of different farmer hosts, to thousands of delegates.
T his year’s Innovation Day is stepping sideways, rather than completely off-farm. Hosted at the beautiful venue of Melville Park, David and Barbara have kindly opened their gates to the slice of history they consider themselves simply caretakers for.
The Dairy Innovation Day program for 2024 will focus on the theme of “Resilient Dairy Businesses”, with topics to reflect the changing world we’re currently farming in.
A Gala Dinner with guest speaker always follows this big day and remains our yearly celebration of such a fantastic industry. This year, we’re pleased to invite our friends to the Bunbury Golf Club for a fantastic evening, kicking off with pre-dinner drinks at 6:30pm.
For farmers, Dairy Innovation Day 2024 is a chance to catch up with old friends, make new industry connections and take home tools that can optimise business productivity and profitability.
Secure your seat now and support #WAdairy!

Inspiring Australians University Forum: From Passion to Purpose
2024-05-16 12:00 - 13:00 | EZONE UWA Student Hub, 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, WA, 6009, Australia
A FREE university forum to hear from inspiring problem solvers and positive change makers.
Find out how to turn your passion into purpose from people who have successfully done it already.
Come along to UWA EZONE Social to hear from leaders within mental health, sustainability and social justice:

Nick Hudson – Founder of The Push-Up Challenge and 2024 WA Local Hero
Samuel Thomas – Founder of Sam’s Spares and 2024 WA Young Australian of the Year Finalist
Catherine MacDougall – Co-founder of Prepare Produce Provide and 2024 WA Local Hero Finalist

Free food and soft drinks included! $50 vouchers up for grabs!
Presented by Auspire – Australia Day Council WA and Perdaman Group, with support from the University of Western Australia.
Please be advised this event may include photography.

PERTH EXPLORATION & MINING SUNDOWNER – 16 May 2024
2024-05-16 16:30 - 19:30 | Prince Lane Bar, 356 Murray Street, Perth, WA, Australia
The PERTH EXPLORATION & MINING SUNDOWNER to be held on Thursday 16 May at the Prince Lane Bar in Perth from 4:30pm for a networking night with peers from across the mineral and energy industry, and food and drinks.

DETAILS:
PERTH EXPLORATION & MINING SUNDOWNER
Brought to you by AAMEG
On Thursday 16 May
At the Prince Lane Bar:

356 Murray St, Level 1,
Perth WA 6000 Australia
From 4:30pm with drinks and finger food

Communicating AI Forum
2024-05-17 08:00 - 09:00 | online, Australia
Let’s explore AI in communication together over a virtual coffee
Let’s explore AI in communication together, over a virtual coffee.
At the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence (CSCE), our AI ‘forum’, is a place we can chat and share in a safe environment, where having never explored AI or having played and learned a thing or two is equally wonderful.
Please register (it’s free) the link is on your confirmation email, so pop it in your diary. Facilitated by Ingrid Nienaber-Dickens, strategic communication professional and CSCE partner. This is an open forum to share, learn and question AI and its impact on our profession.

The Future of Everything – A Digital State of Play Business Forum
2024-05-17 08:30 - 16:00 | Engineers Australia, 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Australia
Where Tomorrow’s Technologies Transform Today’s Challenges
Date: May 17th, 2024
Location: Engineers Australia Auditorium, Perth, WA
Embark on a Transformative Journey
Do you find yourself at the crossroads of innovation, seeking pathways to meaningful impact? Are the complexities of digital transformation leaving you searching for clarity? Join us as we chart a course through the uncharted territories of technology, led by the brightest minds in the world. This is your opportunity to unlock the potential within and around you, transforming challenges into opportunities and creating worlds for others to play in.
Dive into the heart of technological transformation with “The Future of Everything – A Digital State of Play.” This exclusive forum is set to unveil the vast possibilities Unity Technologies bring to the forefront of digital twins, smart cities, education, and the development of Indigenous communities. Prepare to engage with industry luminaries, delve into immersive discussions, envision the technological landscape of tomorrow, learn how to execute.
Forum Agenda
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM: VIP Networking Breakfast – with Special Guest Keynote “Creative Placemaking – The Art of the Possible” by Amahl Hazelton from Moment Factory
8:30 AM: General Welcome and Acknowledgment of Country by Susan Kreemer Pickford, GM, Engineers Australia
9:00 AM: Introduction to Topic by Paula Rogers, CEO, Committee for Perth
9:15 AM: Digital Twins & Smart City Building by Jeff Melanson
10:00 AM: Morning Tea
10:30 AM: Panel Discussion / Q&A with Jeff Melanson, Paula Rogers, Matt Wood, Andrew Broad, Kevin Brown and Carolyn Turnbull
11:30 AM: Workshop: Engaging Humans in the New Frontiers of Tech by Dave Clare, CEO, Circle Leadership
1:00 PM: Lunch
1:45 PM : Introduction to Afternoon Topic by Chris Rodwell, CEO, CCIWA
2:00 PM: Transforming Education & Supporting Indigenous Business & Communities by Jeff Melanson
2:45 PM: Afternoon Tea
3:15 PM: Panel Discussion / Q&A with Jeff Melanson, Chris Rodwell, Fiona Johnston, Pia Turcinov, Aden Parker and Drew Mayhills.
4:00 PM: Wrap Up and Close

Webinar: Blue Innovations
2024-05-17 13:00 - 14:00 | online, Australia
The SeaCities Lab at Griffith University conducts research on aquatic urbanism and floating marine structures. This presentation will explore floating projects that address solutions for marine protection, provide renewable energy, and ensure food security.
The SeaCities Lab has been at the forefront of the development of the SeaFisher novel offshore fish pen under the Blue Economy CRC, amongst other projects such as the SeaManta and SeaOasis.
The SeaManta is a floating artificial reef designed to enhance dive experiences, while the SeaSurveyor monitors Marine Protection Areas in international waters. SeaWatt 1000 introduces innovative floating 15MW Trestle Type wind turbines, along with a Floating Energy Island.
The SeaFisher project, under the Blue Economy CRC, focuses on large-scale offshore fish pen, while SeaOasis addresses food security challenges through sustainable floating devices functioning as integrated systems like terrestrial oases.
These projects, among others, have been published in journals and books such as ‘Global Blue Economy – Analysis, Developments, and Challenges: Offshore Fish Farming: Challenges and Developments in Fish Pen Designs’, ‘SeaCities: Aquatic Urbanism,’ ‘SeaCities: Urban Tactics for Sea-Level Rise,’ and ‘SeaOasis: Floating Aquaculture for Smallholders’ Global Food Security.’

TEDxKings Park: Future Technology
2024-05-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Heath Leger Theatre, State Theatre Centre of WA, 174-176 William Street, Perth, 6000, Australia
Technology is changing your life. It’s hard to keep up.
Whether it’s large language models, quantum computing, nanotechnology, synthetic biology or even cryptocurrency, you live in a time of unprecedented change.
Come listen to five remarkable scientists and their world-premiere TEDx talks. Each one accessibly explaining their cutting-edge technological discoveries – giving you a glimpse of your future.
Your ticket includes:
• Program booklet
• Personalised lanyard
• Carbon offset for your travel to and from, the event. This event is carbon neutral.
Principal Partner: Curtin University

Please note:

The Talks, including audience reactions, are being recorded for publishing on YouTube. If you do not wish to be recorded, sit in the Dress Circle.

Latecomers will not be admitted during Talks.

Mobile telephones and electronic devices are to be silenced during the performance.

Cameras are permitted in the auditorium, but videoing of Talks is not allowed.

The Electric Mine 2024 Conference
2024-05-21 08:00 - 2024-05-23 17:00 | Crown Perth, Great Eastern Highway, Perth, WA, Australia
The world’s only global mine electrification event

The Electric Mine conference series was created because the industry is at one of the most significant crossroads in its history. One that requires new thinking, collaboration and an openness to technology adoption that has historically been missing. It is the essential platform for all companies involved in the mine electrification transition to showcase futureproofed solutions that will enable mining companies to achieve their interim and final emission targets to 2050.
Since 2019, The Electric Mine has become ‘the platform’ to highlight new and exciting technologies and adoption case studies in this field, with all three shows (2019, 2022 and 2023) more than doubling attendance from the previous meeting.
Designed to offer insights and expertise from those first movers, the event is a must for any OEM, mining company, service supplier, consultant or engineer looking to take part in the net-zero revolution.
Having assembled over 730 of the biggest decision makers in the mine electrification space in May 2023, in Tucson, Arizona, the stage is now set for The Electric Mine 2024, in Perth, Western Australia, and another sell-out event!

Our AI Opportunity – A Discussion with Australia’s Productivity Commissioner
2024-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | online, Australia
How can Australia maximise the potential economic and productivity benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Earlier this year, the Productivity Commission published three papers to explore the potential impact of AI through the lens of the pace of AI adoption, the importance of data policy and the role of the government in regulation.
To discuss some of these findings, and to explore how AI might improve productivity, the National AI Centre (NAIC) are delighted to invite you to a special discussion with Stephen King, Productivity Commissioner.

Lessons from Humm's Rise and Fall with lain McIntyre
2024-05-22 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: lain Mcintyre (Humm)
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.
From raising millions, moving to Silicon Valley, Covid, hardware supply chain issues, and fighting to keep the core team together, lain’s story encapsulates the highs and lows of…

SPARK Women in Business Grants – Ask Me Anything Event
2024-05-22 08:00 - 09:00 | Online via Zoom, Western Australia, Australia
Announcing ROUND FOUR of the SPARK Women in Business grants!
Join Founder of SPARK, Danielle Lewis for an ask-me-anything session for everything you need to know to apply for the grants!
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?
The purpose of SPARK is to help women in business grow their profit & impact. We do this by creating the resources, insights and community for women to shortcut their success. And while we believe you can do a lot on hustle, sometimes girls just need funds. So we’re reinvesting our profits back into a quarterly $10,000 + $5,000 business grant.
We believe that if we want change.
It starts with us.
Join us for this free information session and find out about our fabulous SPARK community and how we can support your business!
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE SPARK GRANTS.
Round Four – applications open 1-31 May, 2024
Voting & Judging 4 – 30 June, 2024.
Grants awarded 10 July 2024.
