WA Innovation Calendar

Industry Analysis Night 2025: ENGINEERING A NEW HORIZON
2025-03-19 18:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Perth) | The University Club of WA, Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, 6009, Australia
Welcome to the INDUSTRY ANALYSIS NIGHT 2025: ENGINEERING A NEW HORIZON event! Join us for an exciting evening of insights and discussions at The University Club of Western Australia. This in-person event will bring together industry experts, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the future of engineering. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and be inspired. See you there!

Innovation Meets Opportunity: Navigating the R&D Tax Incentive
2025-03-20 07:00 - 09:00 | online
The R&D Tax Incentive and its application is constantly evolving, and regularly reviewing the requirement and how to maximise it is a valuable activity. This session will focus on the key practical strategies, common pitfalls to avoid and how to leverage the incentive to drive innovation and growth.
Speakers:

Evolv3 Director & Founder (and WA Innovation Calendar Founder), Stephen Carroll
Radium Capital State Manager, Tim Hynes
VISTRA Head of Company Secretarial, Mathew Watkins

DEADLINE: Cooperative Research Centres Projects Grant Program
2025-03-20 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grants provide funding for short-term research collaborations. Find out how to apply for a CRC-P Grant to develop a new technology, product or service.

The Round is open to all industry sectors however will have a focus on supporting projects in line with Government priorities, including the National Science & Research Priorities and National Reconstruction Fund priority areas.

DEADLINE: PM’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Knowledge Systems
2025-03-20 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Do you work alongside people, or are part of an Indigenous Community with people who are working to preserve and share Indigenous knowledge systems?
You could nominate them for the inaugural Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems.
By nominating, your nominee could be in the running to be nationally recognised for their work and receive $250,000 in prize money.

Space Hub Connect: A Conversation with LeoLabs’ Co-Founder Dan Ceperley
2025-03-20 09:00 - 10:00 | online
Scaling Innovation in Space: How LeoLabs is Shaping the Future of Space Safety
The space industry is evolving rapidly, presenting both challenges and exciting new opportunities for startups. Join us for a virtual fireside chat with Dan Ceperley, Co-Founder and COO of LeoLabs, as we explore how LeoLabs has continued to scale, innovate, and lead in space traffic safety, space situational awareness (SSA), and the preservation of the space environment.
What to Expect From the Conversation

LeoLabs’ journey: From startup to a leading force in space domain awareness
Scaling in a dynamic industry: Lessons from navigating change and driving growth
The future of space safety: How real-time tracking and AI-driven insights are shaping the industry
Practical insights: Key takeaways for deep tech founders facing industry challenges

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain exclusive insights from one of the most innovative leaders in space technology. Register now to join the conversation!

Diversity and Innovation Techfest 2025
2025-03-20 11:30 - 14:00 | Perth Town Hall, 601 Hay Street, Perth, WA
Diversity in Action: Innovating, Leading, and Thriving Glocally

The Diversity & Innovation TechFest (DITF) is Marginpreneur‘s flagship community initiative, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs with migrant and international backgrounds.

Building on the success of its inaugural event, launched in December 2023 and attended by more than 200 innovators from diverse backgrounds across Australia, DITF is designed for individuals seeking to launch, enhance, or scale their entrepreneurial ventures in Australia.

Through dynamic workshops, inspiring keynotes, and interactive panel discussions, DITF provides a platform for participants to gain valuable insights, build critical skills, and connect with like-minded innovators. Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow your business, this tech fest is your gateway to unlocking opportunities, driving innovation, and thriving in a diverse and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Early bird registration deadline 15 Feb 2025

The Power of Connection: Mastering Networking
2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Do you want to make meaningful connections that truly drive your business forward? Ready to turn everyday conversations into valuable opportunities?
Join us for The Power of Connection: Mastering Networking, a free lunch and learn (with virtual attendance available for regional participants), hosted by Business Station and Spacecubed, where you’ll learn how to build stronger, more strategic networks that drive business growth. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or professional, this session is designed to help you refine your networking skills and connect with the right people who can help elevate your business.
What to Expect:✅ Effective Networking Strategies – Learn how to build authentic connections that lead to real opportunities.✅ Master the Power of Conversation – Discover how to navigate and engage in meaningful conversations that leave a lasting impression.✅ Practical Networking Tips – Get actionable strategies you can implement immediately to grow your professional network.✅ Exclusive Online Access – This fully online event gives you the flexibility to join from anywhere.
📍 Location: Riff, 45 St Georges TerraceOnline (+ Virtual option available)📅 Date: Thursday, 20th March, 12:00pm – 1:00pm (AWST)
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your networking skills in just 60 minutes – and start turning connections into business growth!

Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network Incubator Info Session
2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 | online
The IPPIN Incubator Program is a free five-week online introductory program for researchers, startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to redefine the plastic waste lifecycle.
It is designed to help teams understand the potential of their project or idea with customer discovery and market validation of plastic waste solutions, with support from mentors and advisors to improve communication skills, challenge assumptions and take research projects to the next level.

Unlocking Potential: making it happen with the 4 pillars of entrepreneurial education
2025-03-20 15:00 - 16:30 | online
E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.
Unlocking Potential: making it happen with the 4 pillars of entrepreneurial education
This session will explore the 4 Pillars of an Entrepreneurial School with practical and interactive activities for schools and educators at any stage of their journey.
Whether you’re just beginning or looking to deepen your approach, you’ll walk away with ideas, strategies, and the confidence to start meaningful conversations with staff, leaders, parents, and students.
REGISTER HERE

Swinburne Spotlight on STEM: Shelli Brunswick, Space Innovator (live stream)
2025-03-20 15:30 - 16:30 | online
Join us online for Swinburne’s Spotlight on STEM featuring Shelli Brunswick, a distinguished space innovation leader known for her visionary perspective and profound influence on the global space community.
A passionate advocate for space technology and access, Shelli joins Swinburne’s Dr Sara Webb for one night only to discuss space innovation, actionable leadership and women in space.
Shelli’s collaborations span commercial, governmental and educational sectors worldwide. As a prolific author and sought-after keynote speaker, her dedication to women in space has earned her numerous accolades and her impact resonates across many sectors.

CORE Hot 30 Awards Ceremony
2025-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | CORE Innovation Hub, 191 St. Georges Terrrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Find out who are the hottest innovators in energy and mining for 2025 at the Hot 30 Awards ceremony! This exciting event is one not to be missed with a stellar panel and the big reveal of the Hot 30 for 2025 including the announcement of individual award winners.

Meet the 2025 Hot 30 for the first time
Find out who has been crowned:

Innovator of the Year
SA Innovator of the Year
Female Led Innovator
Indigenous Innovator
Pilbara Innovator
WA Innovator
Sustainability Innovator
Robotics Innovator

Lightning round pitches from current and past Hot 30
Along with a great night of networking with the WA energy and mining innovation ecosystem

2024-2025 National Innovation Policy Forum
2025-03-21 07:30 - 09:30 | WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The Australian Innovation system – Policy Innovation to foster a new Australian Business Model
A panel of experts will provoke discussion of what a future Australian business model could be to ensure the nation is able to prosper into the future. If what got us here won’t get us to where we want to go, what do we need to change and how do we do it?

DEADLINE: 2025 Biodesign Flagship Program
2025-03-21 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online
Perth Biodesign is a globally connected healthcare innovation program, based on the Stanford Biodesign methodology and built for innovators from all backgrounds.
By combining real hospital access, world-class mentorship, and a 7-month, part-time format, we enable participants to tackle pressing needs in healthcare through technology innovation. Since our inception in 2016, the program has propelled 500+ alumni who are transforming healthcare both nationally and internationally.
Application deadline – 11.59pm, 21 March 2025.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage early applications.

Perth Design & Innovation Tradeshow 2025
2025-03-21 08:00 - 17:00 | HQ Bar + Kitchen, 18 The Esplanade, Perth, WA, 6000
Perth Design & Innovation Tradeshow 2025
Mix with a range of professionals and general public checking out the latest and greatest design & innovation, meeting Perth’s top designers & innovators. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with 28 stallholders showcasing the latest advancements in design and innovation, experience various tech demonstrations, and witness groundbreaking product launches.
Fri 21 Mar

Quantum Leap – Science and Tech careers on the cutting edge
2025-03-21 08:45 - 09:30 | online
Join us for “Quantum Leap – Science and Tech careers on the cutting edge”, a free webinar where we will celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology with Australia’s former Chief Scientist Dr Cathy Foley AO FTSE. In STELR’s first Shape Your Future webinar of 2025, we will explore the exciting and rapidly evolving world of quantum science and technology, and help students and young professionals to learn about the groundbreaking opportunities that lie at the intersection of physics, engineering and computing. A panel of expert and engaging speakers will share insights about their own career journeys in this revolutionary field, and explore the potential of quantum innovations to shape industries ranging from healthcare to cybersecurity.
Whether you’re interested in becoming a quantum physicist, an engineer or a tech entrepreneur, this webinar will provide valuable guidance on how to navigate the rapidly expanding world of quantum careers.
This webinar is the first in our 2025 Shape Your Future series, an educational initiative from the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE), which brings experts in science, technology and engineering live into Australian classrooms for a virtual chat with students on career pathways in STEM.

HARVEST AgTech Accelerator Info Session: Insights & Opportunities
2025-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 | online
This session will provide an overview of HARVEST Agtech Accelerator program. Hear direct from our alumni and ask questions to see if program is right for you and learn about other business support options for agtech startups.
Background information on HARVEST here

Future by Design – Deep Dive into Leadership and Innovation
2025-03-21 16:30 - 19:00 | Hatchd, Level 3/108 St Georges Tce, Perth, WA, 6000
A Future by Design – Academy of the Future is a groundbreaking initiative designed to propel Western Australia into the forefront of global innovation. In partnership with some of the world’s leading thought leaders and industry experts, this program offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest advancements in technology, leadership, and innovation.
Our next session is a Deep Dive Session where we explore ‘Leadership in Innovation’.
As the world rapidly evolves, so too does the thinking around what this means for us in the future, what exciting developments are up and coming, what legal and ethical decisions we need to explore as humans, and how we can navigate through this competing environment.
Western Australia has long been known for its pioneering spirit and strong innovation ecosystem.
Through our sessions we provide local leaders and innovators access to the latest knowledge, tools, and networks to remain competitive on the global stage.
Be involved the conversation, expand your mindset and share conversation around these topics with our world-class speakers and panel members.
– Marion Burchell, Managing Director, Azolla and Former A/GCIO of Western Australia
– Michael Malone, Founder of iiNet and Jumbo Interactive Ltd
– Ernest Tan, Head of UX and Design Team, HatchD
– more to be announced
Perth and Western Australia as leaders in the global innovation landscape. By empowering our local innovators with the tools and connections they need, we are not only building a stronger economy but also creating a more vibrant and sustainable community.

Tech for Tomorrow: Student Startup Weekend
2025-03-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Tech for Tomorrow: Student Startup Weekend is your chance to build a startup from the ground up and gain hands-on experience in entrepreneurship.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll connect with industry mentors, collaborate with potential co-founders, and develop real-world problem-solving skills. You’ll learn how to pitch, validate ideas, and create a business model, all while immersing yourself in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This is more than just an event — it’s an unforgettable weekend of learning, innovation, and opportunity.

She Codes Coding Workshop for Women
2025-03-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Perth WA, Western Australia, Australia
She Codes is a movement devoted to helping women or non-binary to up their tech skills and get into tech careers.
Join us for a one day workshop centred around the themes of technology, learning, community building, connection, inspiration, and importantly, cupcakes.
We have four tutorials available:
• Learning fundamentals of website creation and hosting on WordPress
• Fundamentals of code using HTML / CSS
• Building an interactive game in Python
• Building a blog with Django
Tutorials are self-paced. Various skill levels can participate in the day. This workshop is suitable for women and non-binary 16 years and older. Please bring your laptop with you, and any accessories you may require. A light lunch and our signature cupcakes are provided. Bookings are essential.

STEM Career Speed Networking
2025-03-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Hillview Intercultural Community Centre, 1-3 Hil View Pl, Bentley, WA, 6102, Australia
STEM Speed Networking is a free careers event for students in years 10 – 12 who are interested in careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Join us on the 22nd of March 2025 to meet a specially curated group of Women in STEM Mentors who are all passionate about their fields & sharing their career stories. Students will have ~10 minutes with each of our incredible Women in STEM mentors to sit down and talk before moving on to the next station. Depending on the number of bookings, students may interact 1-1 with each mentor or be in small groups of 2-4.

Bloom Community Meetup: Startup Snags
2025-03-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Bloom Lab, Crawley, 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA, 6009
Bloom is an innovation hub for young entrepreneurs, facilitating programs to help a variety of different entrepreneurs of different ages and stages.
They hold regular networking and up-skilling events in our coworking spaces at Crawley and Bentley.
Startup Snags: Bloom Community Meetup
Startup Snags is your weekly excuse to grab a hot dog, chat business, and connect with other entrepreneurs. Whether you’re running a small biz, launching a startup, or just keen to be around ambitious minds, come down and grab a snag.
When? Mondays, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where? Bloom Ideas Hub @ St Catherine’s College (2 Park Road, Crawley)
What to Expect:

Free hot dogs
Occasional guest speakers (To be announced)
Casual networking—no suits, no pressure, just good convos

WA Clean Energy Summit
2025-03-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Bringing together the industry experts in Western Australia

With its own electricity market and with solar and onshore wind on the rise and a growing number of proposals for offshore wind, the Western Australia energy landscape is both unique and complex.
A must attend one-day event with the opportunity to network and hear about the latest political, financial, business, technology developments and market outlook for clean energy in WA from the state’s leading experts.

Black Swan Summit
2025-03-25 09:00 - 2025-03-26 17:00 | Winthrop Hall, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley
At the Edge of Tomorrow: Machine, Money, and Humanity
This summit will unite leaders in FinTech, Web3, and Green Technology to explore the impact of disruptive innovation. Focusing on Web3 (AI, DLT, IoT, Quantum) and Climate Tech along with Global Green and Sustainable Financial-Technology Research and Development, the summit aims to equip attendees with insights for driving sustainable growth and adapting to industry shifts. The event offers a unique opportunity to connect with top thinkers and shape strategies for a sustainable global economy.
With a focus on research-grounded dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration, the Black Swan Summit covers:

Understanding and Mitigating Risks: Uncover critical vulnerabilities through research-driven analysis and scenario planning.
Collaborative Solutions: Shape forward-thinking frameworks that address technological, financial, and policy challenges.
Driving Innovation: Explore opportunities unlocked by technologies such as AI, quantum computing, and climate tech.

Starting up in digital health and medtech
2025-03-25 09:30 - 11:00 | online
This workshop by LESANZ will address important questions including:

How you can best protect your intellectual property?
What are your options when it comes to commercialisation and licensing?
What is the best structure for your business?
Will regulatory requirements affect your commercialisation strategy?

StudyPerth x Energy Club WA Networking Workshop
2025-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 | StudyPerth Student Hub, 555 Wellington Street, Perth
Learn how to put your best foot forward and boost your confidence when networking, thanks to tips and tricks from Energy Club WA!

Join us for a networking workshop and master your skills with Energy Club WA and receive feedback on your networking practices.
This is an exclusive opportunity for you to:

Meet young professionals, develop professional networks and learn about the Energy Club of WA.
Learn networking theory, practice your networking skills, try speed networking and get feedback in a fun, relaxed environment.
Food and drinks provided.

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Date: Tuesday 25 March 2025
Time: 5.00pm – 7.00pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes earlier to allow for registration.
Venue: StudyPerth Student Hub – 555 Wellington Street, Perth
Cost: $5
Light refreshments will be provided.

Morning Startup Presentation
2025-03-26 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Morning Startup – Perth
If you’re involved in a startup, or thinking about starting one, chances are you can learn from others that are doing and thinking the same.
Morning Startup is a fortnightly morning catchup where founders, potential entrepreneurs and others in the startup community (VCs and Angels welcome) get together to learn something interesting, get feedback on idea, vent frustrations, and meet some new friends in the game.
If you’re not a morning person, we also host a casual afterwork catchup on the first Wednesday of each month called Founder Sundowner.
We look forward to seeing you there!
You can contact the organisers either by sending a message through this meetup group, or via:

contact@morningstartup.com
slack.morningstartup.com
twitter.com/morningstartup
facebook.com/morningstartup
linkedin.com/company/morning-startup

25th Annual Mineral Sands & Rare Earths Conference
2025-03-26 08:00 - 2025-03-27 17:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Expect to hear about the latest market insights, views from international guest speakers, updates from Australia’s current projects and operations, and more at this key industry event.
Co-located with the 27th Annual Australian Green Iron & Steel Forum, the Mineral Sands Conference will provide once again the perfect opportunity for the region’s industry executives, project directors, analysts, fund manager, engineering firms, industry suppliers and many more to come together to reconnect and engage for 2 days of presentations, discussions, networking functions and private meetings.
Some key topics to be addressed:

Market outlooks for zircon and TiO2
Project and operation updates
Potential for the rare earths market and production
End user’s perspective
Environmental issues and site rehabilitation case studies
Investment in potential new projects in Australia
Mineral processing trends
Technology to enhance product quality and efficiency
Transport and logistics

This is your opportunity to keep ahead of industry developments and meet with the key project players!

Australian Green Iron & Steel Forum
2025-03-26 09:00 - 2025-03-27 17:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
This leading event will gather industry stakeholders focused on advancing the decarbonisation of Australia’s iron and steel sectors.
With the International Energy Agency (IEA) targeting a 50% reduction in steel industry emissions by 2050 and continued progress toward net zero, this forum will address crucial pathways and innovations required to meet these global energy and climate objectives. Join iron ore executives, project directors, analysts, fund managers, engineering firms, and industry suppliers in a collaborative setting to explore strategies and technologies for decarbonising Australia’s top export.
Key Topics Covered

Federal policy initiatives driving green iron and steel development
Opportunities through state government initiatives
Project updates that are emerging or ongoing
International trends and their influence on the Australian market
Iron ore and steel market forecasts and industry insights
Strategies for decarbonisation and sustainability
Future of bulk shipping

Venture UWA Open House
2025-03-26 10:00 - 14:00 | The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Why drop by?
😀 Meet the Venture UWA committee,
🤓 Find out about the Venture UWA programs,
💲 Chat with the entrepreneur in residence about a budding business idea or research spin out
😁 Or just chill out in our overly air conditioned co-working space
No registration is required! Location Venture UWA (above the student centre), 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley WA 6009, Australia

TIDE: Improving Industry Practice through Research Collaboration
2025-03-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Engineers Australia, 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth
Join industry experts & researchers as they share insights from recent offshore projects – then stay for a light lunch and networking!
This in-person event will take place at:
📍Engineers Australia – 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth CBD
📅 Wednesday, 26th March 2025
🕛12pm – 1.30pm
