Unlocking Global Tech Talent: A Founder’s Visa Playbook
2026-03-10 14:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Perth) | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Join for this exclusive Perth Landing Pad event, delivered in collaboration with our global partner TechVisa, designed to help founders access and mobilise international tech talent strategically, compliantly and at speed.
TechVisa Co-Founder Natasha Prévot and General Manager Emily will break down the four visa pathways most relevant to scaling tech companies — 400, 482, 186 and 858 — and explain when each makes commercial sense.
In this high-energy, founder-focused session, you’ll learn:
• How to integrate visa strategy into your growth roadmap
• The three-stage 482 process explained clearly and commercially
• How to secure long-term retention through permanent residency pathways
• How to sequence hiring decisions to reduce risk and maintain momentum
• How to position immigration as infrastructure for scale
Whether you’re raising capital, expanding into new markets, or competing for world-class engineers and product leaders, this session will give you clarity, confidence and a strategic edge.

Panel: The conflict between commercial metrics and customer outcomes
2026-03-10 17:15 - 19:30 | Hatchd, Level 3/108 St Georges Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Panel Event: The conflict between commercial metrics and customer outcomes. How product managers can balance cultural challenges, managing metrics, and being a good human being.
As technology and the landscape evolves we are seeing a growing conflict between delivering commercial outcomes and delivering value to and protecting the interests of customers. Performance metrics drive individual financial benefits, and so we can see this driving a tendency for leadership to focus delivery on organisational commercial value at the cost of service or product outcomes to the customer. Product Managers are directly part of the interface facilitating this and often have to struggle with the fallout of final decisions.

WA Spotlight on Biomedical Careers: Talent, Transition & Transformation
2026-03-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, 6000, Australia
Discover biomedical career pathways in WA. Employer insights, real journeys and networking across research, industry and government.
Ready to discover what a career in WA’s biomedical sector really looks like?
The ‘WA Spotlight on Biomedical Careers: Talent, Transition, Transformation’ is an exciting in-person event exploring current and emerging workforce opportunities across WA’s growing biomedical sector. The sector extends well beyond traditional clinical and health roles and includes opportunities in research, advanced manufacturing, product development, digital and data, clinical trials, government and start-ups.
This event brings together employers, recruiters, government and sector leaders to provide practical insights into career pathways, hiring expectations and skills needed now and into the future.
Whether you are a student, researcher or industry professional considering a career transition, the session will help you better understand where your skills fit and how to take the next step.

UNSW Perth Alumni Talks | The Future of Mining
2026-03-10 17:30 - 19:30 | PwC, 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join fellow alumni in Perth for an exclusive thought leadership event featuring Professor Serkan Saydam, Chair of Mining Engineering at UNSW Sydney and Director of the UNSW ARC Research Hub for Next Generation Mining Methods (NextGenMIN).
Professor Sadam will explore how the industry must shift from simply adopting new technologies to creating new knowledge, integrating advanced technology and human capital to design mining systems designed for:

Zero waste
Zero (net) emissions
Zero (human) entry
Improved safety, productivity and efficiency

Founder Story: How Ida Sports' Discovery Cut Costs & Raised $2.5M
2026-03-11 07:30 - 08:30 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
In this practical session grounded in the Disciplined Entrepreneurship model, you’ll see the actual deck that raised the first $2.5 million for Ida Sports and unpack the customer discovery work that shaped it.
Ben will share how early customer interviews helped Ida Sports more than halve production costs, refine their feature set, and avoid building the wrong product — reinforcing why early validation is critical for first-time founders.
Perfect for early-stage builders, this session blends theory and practice, with actionable insights you can apply immediately (and a timely lead-in to our upcoming pitch practice session).

2026 BioInnovation Festival
2026-03-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The BioInnovation Festival is a five-day celebration of Western Australia’s life sciences and innovation ecosystem, featuring flagship events, regional tours, and partner-led activities.
BioInnovation Festival Conference – 11 March 2026
Connecting innovators, industry, and investors to explore the latest breakthroughs in life sciences. The program features over 50 speakers across keynotes, themed streams, and networking designed to spark collaboration and accelerate commercialisation.
Themes:
• Cross-disciplinary innovation
• Medical & Health
• Agriculture, Aquaculture & Life Sciences
• Commercialisation & Investment Readiness
• Partnerships & Ecosystem Growth
Program Highlights:
Morning keynotes, two focused streams, afternoon sessions, a “meeting of the minds,” and a Networking Sundowner. Optional Networking Dinner in the evening.

CERI: Investment Readiness Program Week 1
2026-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
Refine your pitch and prepare your business for investment, with the opportunity to present to angels and venture capital investors.
Dates: 11 March – 20 May and 3 September – 12 November 2026
Schedule: Wednesdays, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Price: $330 for students | $550 for full-time employees
Register: Investment Readiness

Coders for Causes (CFC) Industry Night 2026
2026-03-11 18:30 - 21:00 | EZONE UWA Student Hub, 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, WA, 6009, Australia
2026 CFC Industry Night will be bringing together students, industry professionals, and organisations from across the tech ecosystem for an evening of networking and career insights.
This event provides an opportunity to connect with industry representatives, explore pathways in software development and data, and gain practical advice to support your professional journey.

AIMI: Certified Innovation Professional (CIP) Programme
2026-03-12 08:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
Certified Innovation Professional (CIP) Programme — Expressions of Interest Now Open
Expressions of Interest are now open for the next intake of the Certified Innovation Professional (CIP) Programme, delivered by the Australian Innovation Management Institute (AIMI) in partnership with the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI).
Most organisations do not struggle with ideas. They struggle with execution: unclear decision rights, inconsistent evaluation, and no repeatable system to move from concept → pilot → scale. The CIP Programme is designed to professionalise how innovation gets done—so leaders and teams can deliver outcomes with rigour, pace, and accountability.
Why CIP

Grounded in GIMI’s globally recognised innovation management framework and toolset—widely regarded as global best practice for building repeatable, measurable innovation capability across organisations.
ISO 56001 aligned, supporting capability consistent with the emerging global standard for Innovation Management Systems.

What past participants said (AIMI inaugural cohort, 2025)

“GIMI’s Certified Innovation Professional courses (delivered by AIMI) put participants in an engaging and practical learning environment… You learn and deliver at the same time with others. A brilliant way to learn and to test how the GIMI tools can be applied in a real-world sense for practical outcomes.”— Sean Webb, Manager – Innovation and Partnerships, CBH Group

“I participated… hoping to learn methods to continue my innovation efforts in a consistently scalable and repeatable manner, and the GIMI frameworks provide exactly that… Repeatable and scalable.”— Eric Berrill, Co-Founder & Chief Innovation Officer, núaTECH

Who it’s for

Innovation and transformation leaders and practitioners
Strategy, PMO, product, digital, and operations leaders
Emerging innovation champions who need a solid toolkit and common language

What you’ll get

Practical tools and methods you can apply immediately
A structured approach to building innovation capability (not just running projects)
A globally recognised credential that signals professionalism in innovation

Expressions of Interest are now open. If you’re ready to move beyond innovation activity and build a system that delivers outcomes, register your interest for the next intake.

Regional Innovation Summit
2026-03-12 08:00 - 2026-03-13 17:00 | South West, WA, Australia
The 2026 Regional Innovation Summit is bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever.

The 2026 Summit will take place on Friday 13 March and will once again deliver a powerful experience connecting investors, innovators, industry leaders, and government stakeholders with the people and ideas shaping the future of regional innovation.

Hosted at the historic Caves House in one of WA’s most breathtaking coastal destinations Yallingup, this year’s Summit is newly designed as a roundtable-style gathering, bringing together regional and national changemakers for an interactive day of keynotes, panels, networking, and startup pitches.

Keynote Speaker – Tim Jarvis AM

Tim Jarvis AM is an Australian environmental scientist, adventurer, author and filmmaker, best known for recreating some of history’s most dangerous polar expeditions to raise awareness about climate change and environmental conservation. At the Summit, Tim will share powerful lessons from the world’s harshest environments — insights into purpose-driven leadership, navigating uncertainty and aligning innovation with sustainability.

Speakers & Panellists:

This year we’ve taken it to the next level. We’ve built immersive experiences into your day where you can taste wine aged on the seafloor, explore ancient bush medicines and ocean innovation, witness autonomous farm technology in action and experience an immersive art light display where biology, data and creativity collide.

Explore the details

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The Regional Innovation Summit is a BioInnovation Festival Satellite Event, supported by City of Busselton, South West Development Commission through the Innovative Industries of the Future (iiF) program, GreenTech Hub, Department of Energy and Economic Diversification through the CONNECT Sustainable Industries program and nbn® Australia. The Caves House Cleanser Sundowner is brought to you by Creative Tech Village.

Founder Open House | Venture UWA
2026-03-12 10:00 - 14:00 | The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Drop in to get expert advice from Venture UWA Entrepreneur in Residence – Charlie Gunningham & Student Entrepreneur in Residence – Nathan Wipane, and start the journey to bring that idea to life, or grow that business you have been working on.
This event is for any UWA student or alumni seeking advice, supporting you to turn that idea into reality or take the next steps in your business development! Or just come and hang out in our co-working space and see what startup life is all about!

CERI: Concept to Creation Week 1
2026-03-12 17:00 - 19:00 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
Transform your ideas into viable concepts with structured support and expert guidance. Participants can pitch to win 3 x $5,000 Malka Foundation grants.
Dates: 12 March – 21 May and 10 September – 19 November 2026
Schedule: Thursdays, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Price: $330 for students | $550 for full-time employees
Register: Concept to Creation

AI: Productivity, Power & Prosperity
2026-03-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Bloom Lab, Crawley, 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
What happens when frontier models collide with hard industry problems? Compute, talent density, regulatory lag, how will these shape WA’s future? Two tech nerds go deep on the fears and the fantasies, pulling apart what’s hype, what’s real, and what choices we still have left to make.
Hear from two leaders in AI as they debate… well actually we don’t know what they will say:

Jeroen Van Dalen Founder, technologist, chief tinkerer of all things AI. Back in December 2026 he made 14 AI predictions. How’d he do? ✓ 10 spot on 🟡 2 on the way ❌ 2 still loading Basically: the guy to listen to when the future is speeding toward us.
Alex Jenkins Director at WA Data Science Innovation Hub, an advocate for Applied AI across Industry, Government Sectors, Academic Research, Health and Education.

Join the conversation shaping WA’s future. Because when it comes to AI, the questions matter just as much as the answers.

Digital Health Summit
2026-03-17 08:00 - 2026-03-18 16:30 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000, Australia
The WA Digital Health Summit takes place on 17 – 18 March at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Western Australia is accelerating towards the vision of a connected, patient-centred health system.
We will focus on achieving better health outcomes for Western Australians by connecting all the pieces together across health systems from primary care out to tertiary and the whole community.
Network with your peers in WA health and learn more about what’s happening in the State, and be inspired by the potential of a connected, digital future.

Innovation Booster Grant Information Session
2026-03-17 09:00 - 10:00 | online, Australia
The Innovation Booster Grant (IBG) is a competitive Western Australian Government grant, funded through the New Industries and Innovation Fund.
The IBG targets early-stage founders, innovation-driven small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs), and startups in Western Australia to improve capability and commercialise innovative projects.
Join us for this online information session with a Q&A to find out more.
Learn more and register here

WiTWA Breakfast Networking Series - First Edition!
2026-03-18 08:15 - 09:15 | 139 St Georges Terrace, 139 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Start your morning with connection and inspiration at the launch of WiTWA’s Monthly Breakfast Networking Series.
Welcoming allies of all genders who want to grow their networks, share ideas and make an impact, these sessions bring together practical insights and genuine community.
Featured Spark Session: Lacey Filipich “Get Future Rich: Protecting Your Wealth in a Disrupted Decade.”

Her Tech Circle x She Codes - Perth IWD Breakfast 2026
2026-03-18 08:30 - 10:30 | Raffles Hotel, 70-72 Canning Beach Road, Applecross, WA, 6153, Australia
Her Tech Circle, in collaboration with She Codes, invites you to start International Women’s Day with breakfast at the stunning Raffles Hotel, Perth.
This year’s theme, Balance the Scales, speaks to something we all know deep down – that true equality means everyone gets a fair go. It’s about dismantling the barriers that hold women back in tech, and replacing them with real opportunities, genuine support, and workplaces where we can all thrive.
Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/her-tech-circle-x-she-codes-perth-iwd-breakfast-2026

Cicada x Tech23 Online: The Road to Tech23 2026
2026-03-18 09:00 - 10:00 | online, Australia
Join Cicada Innovations online on Wednesday, 18 March for a candid look at the grit, determination, and persistence it takes to build a deep tech venture in Australia today.
For 25 years, Cicada Innovations has been the home for deep tech, and Tech23 has been the launchpad for Australia’s most ambitious companies—like Morse Micro, Samsara Eco, and Q-CTRL. These are startups not just pioneering technology, but securing major investment and reshaping global industries.
But deep tech is never built in easy conditions. Right now, the pressure is unmistakable. Tech23: Search the Nation is a call to the founders who are still building with intent and at scale, despite the headwinds. We are looking for those aiming to create companies that endure—even when support wavers and the odds are steep.
This webinar is your gateway to the 2026 cohort. Hear from visionary alumni founders on what it really takes to transition from lab-scale breakthroughs to global impact, and learn how you can stand on deep tech’s biggest stage this September.

Reimbursement Ready: Essential Insights for MedTech Innovators
2026-03-18 09:00 - 10:00 | online, Australia
Reimbursement Ready: Essential Insights for MedTech Innovators
This one-hour online event is designed to help you build a MedTech product that’s truly reimbursement-ready.
Join Paul Dale, Director of Policy (Reimbursement) at the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA), as he unpacks:

How reimbursement works and what payers look for
An introduction to the Australian medical device payer landscape
Key questions innovators should be asking early in development

Learn more and register

City of Fremantle Business Briefing
2026-03-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
The City of Fremantle welcomes local business owners to a special industry update.
Date: Wednesday, March 18 2026
Timing: 10:00 am – 11:30am
Location: Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High Street Fremantle.
Agenda

SailGP Recap
Presentation from Perth is OK!
Small Business Grants & Campaign Highlights
Investment Attraction Spotlight
Economic Development Strategy Progress
Major Development Projects Update
Upcoming Disruptions & Works
Fremantle International Street Arts Festival Update
Fremantle Economic Snapshot

Maximising Australian Critical Minerals R&D Potential through Targeted Collaboration – Panel Discussion
2026-03-18 12:30 - 13:30 | online, Australia
Australia sits at the centre of a global race to secure, process and value‑add critical minerals, but real success depends on how effectively industry, research organisations and government work together.
This panel brings together national leaders shaping that collaborative landscape to explore how Australia can accelerate innovation, strengthen sovereign capability, and unlock the full potential of its critical minerals sector.
Join Dr Chris Vernon (CSIRO), Dr Neville Plint (Mining3 and Critical Metals for Critical Industries | CMCI CRC), Rohan McDougall (Curtin University Trailblazer), Dr Karin Soldenhoff (ANSTO), and Lucy O’Connor (Manager, Australian Critical Minerals R&D Hub) as they unpack emerging opportunities, technical challenges, and the strategic partnerships required to position Australia as a global leader along the entire critical minerals value chain.
Expect sharp insights, real‑world experience, and a forward‑looking discussion on the collaborations that will define Australia’s next decade of critical minerals growth.
Register here: Maximising Australian Critical Minerals R&D Potential through Targeted Collaboration – Panel Discussion

WALSIH Virtual Global Expert Program: Chris Molloy
2026-03-18 15:00 - 16:00 | online, Australia
​​This session will discuss what support SME’s and service companies can benefit from in a changing investment and licensing market. These include agile access to new decision-making technologies and ‘Pharma-class’ R&D expertise. Also to the right services, in the right places at the right time.
​It will cover international R&D opportunities between Australia, UK and other nations supported by existing trade and regulatory alliances to speed up access to R&D services, trials, regulatory guidance and investment.
​The session will also discuss the impact on the sector of AI, Real World Clinical Evidence and a wide range of advanced therapeutics starting with Cell & Gene Therapies, but also radiopharmaceuticals, nanomedicines and targeted drug delivery that will shape a new generation of high-value precision medicines.

Bloom: Ads Masterclass
2026-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Bloom Lab, Crawley, 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Running ads and hearing crickets hurts. Boosting posts is not a strategy, and guessing your audience is expensive.
This masterclass is about creating ads that connect, convert, and do not feel cringe. We will break down how to match message to audience, choose the right platform, create scroll stopping content, and test ads without burning cash. You will also learn which metrics actually matter and when to stop, tweak, or scale.
Practical, honest, and built for real world founders who want results, not just impressions.

Startup Social: Entrepreneurs Community Sundowner
2026-03-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Curtin Entrepreneurs Hub, 1 Koorliny Way, Bentley, WA, 6012, Australia
Join for an evening of connection, conversation and community, bringing together new and familiar faces from across the Curtin entrepreneurship community, including mentors, founders and wider ecosystem supporters.
The event will kick off with a short welcome from the Curtin Entrepreneurs team, followed by a guest founder story, showcasing how ideas can grow through Curtin’s entrepreneurship pathways, from early programs through to investment. The evening will also include a curated networking activity, creating space for meaningful conversations between community members and Venture Mentors.
Date: Wednesday, 18 March
Time: 5:30pm–7:30pm
Venue: Curtin Entrepreneurs Hub (418.127) – 1 Koorliny Way, Bentley.
Light snacks and beverages will be provided

Curtinnovation Awards: Application Workshop
2026-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Curtin Entrepreneurs Hub, 1 Koorliny Way, Bentley, WA, 6012, Australia
Join for a practical session unpacking the Curtinnovation Awards application process, with tips for preparing a strong submission and time for Q&A.
Date: Thursday 19 March 2026
Time: 12pm–1pm
Venue: Curtin Entrepreneurs Hub (418.127) / Online
Light lunch provided
Register here: https://share-ap1.hsforms.com/1EK0n_wzmSoK6eKmvSK3-iQe1n64

Future Ready - The Secure Path to AI [Kalgoorlie]
2026-03-19 12:00 - 14:30 | 3/58 Egan St, Kalgoorlie WA 6430, 3/58 Egan Street, Kalgoorlie, WA, 6430, Australia
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping workplaces. To truly understand and unlock its full value, organisations need strong cyber security foundations in place.
Future Ready – the secure path to AI is an interactive, collaborative learning event designed to build confidence, capability, and safe practices for AI adoption.
Hear from cyber security and AI experts, including CyberWest Hub and Best IT and Business Solutions, as they share the essential building blocks for secure AI integration, followed by a Q&A session and networking with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities.
Empower your workforce, strengthen your organisation, and safeguard your data. Register now.
Your partners:
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce and Industry | CyberWest Hub | Best IT and Business Solutions

CyberThrive and CyberQueens - inclusivity for women in cyber
2026-03-19 16:00 - 19:30 | Lil’s Rooftop, 437 Murray St, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Website: https://events.humanitix.com/cyberthrive-x-cyberqueens
WiTWA is excited to partner with CyberQueens and CyberWest Hub to host an evening designed to connect students, emerging professionals, and leaders in the cybersecurity space.
CyberQueens is an initiative supporting TAFE and university students interested in cybersecurity, helping them build networks, gain insights from industry professionals, and explore career pathways in the cyber sector.
This event also forms part of CyberThrive, WiTWA’s program focused on supporting women to enter, transition into, or progress in cybersecurity careers.
CyberThrive aims to address the gender gap in cybersecurity by creating practical pathways into the industry, particularly for women who are:
• transitioning from another career
• returning to the workforce
• early in their tech journey
• interested in moving into cyber from adjacent roles
The program brings together training providers, industry partners, and community organisations to create clearer entry points into cybersecurity careers through industry engagement, mentoring, practical training, and skills development.
The evening will feature a short talk from Vannessa Van Beek, a WiTWA Award Winner and Senior Cyber Leader, followed by an interactive networking session.
Attendees will also hear about Cyber CX Cyber5050, another BWC initiative.
After the talk, attendees will take part in small rotating discussion groups (similar to speed networking), creating an opportunity to connect directly with industry professionals and peers in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Whether you are studying cyber, exploring the field, or already working in the industry, this event is a great opportunity to build connections, learn from others in the field, and expand your professional network.

Constellations Convergence 2026
2026-03-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Perth Cultural Arts Precinct, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Constellations Convergence is a one-day, not for profit gathering exploring how purpose, impact and possibility can reshape the way we work, leave and lead.
Through bold ideas, honest storytelling and surprising collaborations, constellations showcases voices fro across diverse orbits of influence from artists and athletes, scientists and technologists, advocates and entrepreneurs each sharing real experiences of transformation and purpose.
Learn more and register

WASMA Resources Leadership Summit
2026-03-20 08:00 - 19:00 | The Westin, 4480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
The WA School of Mines Alumni (WASMA) will be hosting its second Resources Leadership Summit on Friday 20 March 2026 at the Westin Perth.
The Summit will focus on four key themes essential for leadership in the resources sector:

Be Creative: Embrace innovative thinking to solve complex problems and drive progress.
Be Adaptive: Develop the agility to navigate and thrive amidst industry changes and uncertainties.
Be Resilient: Build the mental and emotional strength to endure and overcome challenges.
Be a Titan: Lead with authority, empathy, vision and confidence to inspire and drive your team forward.

Innovation Shed - Workshop Event
2026-03-20 09:30 - 11:30 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Whether you’re an innovator ready to build or an experienced practitioner ready to give back, Innovation Shed welcomes you to Perth’s community of builders.
On 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗶𝗳𝗳, there will be two sessions – 𝟵:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺 and 𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺. Each are 𝟵𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 long, and 𝟰 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 across the sessions, covering strategy, product development, business models, growth and marketing.
