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SUMMARY:AusIMM Mining Minds Mixer
DESCRIPTION:This event is a great opportunity for those early in their careers\, as well as established professionals\, to connect\, exchange ideas\, and build relationships within the industry. We welcome attendees from across the sector\, including finance\, technology\, engineering\, geology\, and government\, to come together and strengthen connections within the Perth resources community. \nWhether you are looking to grow your professional network\, reconnect with colleagues\, or meet others working across different parts of the industry\, we encourage you to join us for what promises to be an engaging and collaborative evening. \nAusIMM welcomes members of the Perth resources sector for this opportunity to connect and build new professional relationships. \nAusIMM Students\, Graduates & New Professional Members – $10\nAusIMM Member – $20\nNon-Member – $40
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ausimm-mining-minds-mixer/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton\, 1 Barrack Square\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WiTWA Tech[+] Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating and recognising women and allies who work in tech roles and organisations or who are involved with education\, advocacy and research in technology related fields. \nView the categories here \nNominate by 8 August 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-witwa-tech-awards-2-2/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260813T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260813T223000
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SUMMARY:2026 WA Social Enterprise Awards
DESCRIPTION:This night brings together the full social impact ecosystem – entrepreneurs\, government leaders\, universities\, community partners\, funders\, and the allies and champions who show up every single day.\nIf you care about a WA that works for everyone – this is your night.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2026-wa-social-enterprise-awards/
LOCATION:The Westin\, 4480 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Awards Night / Celebratory Event
ORGANIZER;CN="WA Social Enterprise Council (WASEC)":MAILTO:hello@wasec.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260817T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260818T170000
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SUMMARY:CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Master the fundamental skills and techniques that will pivot your mindset to turning problems into solutions. The CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp is a comprehensive and interactive two-day\, hands-on training course focused on experiential learning. You will be immersed in real-world entrepreneurial experiences and introduced to numerous techniques to proactively seek solutions for real-world problems. \nLearn more and register here: CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ceri-entrepreneurial-mindset-bootcamp-5/
LOCATION:The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI)\, Level 1\, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands\, WA 6009\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260601T042646
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SUMMARY:State of Social '26
DESCRIPTION:State of Social is an award-winning digital and social marketing conference. In 2026\, it’s an educational\, provocative experience where the industry’s sharpest minds gather to challenge assumptions\, share hard-won insights and figure out what actually works in modern marketing. \nOver two days at Optus Stadium in Perth\, Australia\, SOS26 goes deep on ‘Friction’; the tension between strategy and instinct\, creativity and constraint\, humans and machines\, ambition and budgets. Not as a problem to solve\, but as the thing that\, when you understand it\, makes you a better marketer. \nDay one fires up your imagination with keynotes and breakouts from the industry’s most compelling thinkers. Day two gets practical\, with deep-dive education sessions across strategy\, creativity\, technology and more. And it’s all available for you to rewatch on-demand with an All Access ticket. \nNo sales pitches. No recycled content. Just honest conversations\, fresh perspectives\, and 24-plus hours of programming designed to make you think differently and work smarter. Plus gourmet food\, bottomless barista-brewed coffee and those signature SOS experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/state-of-social-26/
LOCATION:Optus Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T170000
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SUMMARY:Government Innovation Week Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia stands on the brink of its next great transformation. As the state faces accelerating digital change\, rising citizen expectations\, and complex economic pressures\, the opportunity to build a more connected\, intelligent\, and future-ready government has never been greater. \nGovernment Innovation Week Western Australia 2026 will bring this vision to life — convening the state’s most forward-thinking leaders\, innovators\, and changemakers to shape what comes next for public service. \nBuilding on the success of 2025\, this year’s program goes beyond conversation to focus on action and impact. Across the week\, explore how emerging technologies — from AI and automation to secure digital infrastructure — can reimagine service delivery\, strengthen trust\, and enable collaboration at every level of government. \nLearn more here: https://publicsectornetwork.com/events/government-innovation-week-western-australia-perth-2026/ \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/government-innovation-week-western-australia/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Hotel Perth\, 207 Adelaide Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T170000
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SUMMARY:Government Innovation Showcase Western Australia 2026
DESCRIPTION:Driving Whole-of-Government Innovation Across Western Australia \nAs Western Australia faces increasing economic pressures\, growing public expectations\, and the rapid pace of digital change\, the need for connected\, future-focused government has never been greater. In 2026\, the public sector must deliver not only smarter services\, but also stronger cross-agency collaboration\, streamlined processes\, and data-led decision-making. \nBuilding on the momentum of 2025\, where digital identity\, inclusion\, accessibility\, and connectivity for regional and rural communities emerged as top priorities\, the 2026 Government Innovation Showcase WA will bring together leaders from across departments to explore the strategies\, technologies\, and leadership approaches driving the next phase of transformation. \nAligned with the next chapter of the Western Australian Digital Strategy\, the Showcase will address practical ways to overcome persistent barriers such as policy bottlenecks\, legacy systems\, and funding constraints\, while unlocking innovation through shared vision\, modern digital capabilities\, and bold leadership. \nJoin us in July 2026 as part of Government Innovation Week Western Australia to help shape a more connected\, inclusive\, and innovative future for the state — where collaboration is essential and transformation is a shared mission.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/government-innovation-showcase-western-australia-2026/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260826T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260826T190000
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SUMMARY:CERI: Investment Readiness Program Week 1
DESCRIPTION:Refine your pitch and prepare your business for investment\, with the opportunity to present to angels and venture capital investors.\nDates: 11 March – 20 May and 26 August – 4 November 2026 \nSchedule: Wednesdays\, 5:00 – 7:00 pm \nPrice: $330 for students | $550 for full-time employees \nRegister: Investment Readiness
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ceri-investment-readiness-program-week-1-august26/
LOCATION:The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI)\, Level 1\, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands\, WA 6009\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T150000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Emerging Gamemakers Fund
DESCRIPTION:The Emerging Gamemakers Fund provides grants of up to $30\,000 to support the development of original\, new projects with budgets of up to $500\,000 at the time of applying\, made by Australian independent gamemakers. \nThe Emerging Gamemakers Fund offers flexible support to emerging independent games practitioners as well as established gamemakers who are interested in exploring creative and artistic experimentation within their practice. \nIt can fund the creation of a prototype or the completion and release of a micro-scale game. The program will run as a series of rounds from financial year 2023/24 until financial year 2026/27. \nFor games that are already developed to the point of having a playable prototype\, consider instead applying for the Games Production Fund. \nApplications open on 25 June 2026 and close on 27 August 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-emerging-gamemakers-fund/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T150000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Games Production Fund
DESCRIPTION:The Games Production Fund offers flexible support to Australian independent gamemakers and games studios. The grant is aimed at projects that already have an early-stage prototype. \nGrants of up to $100\,000 will support the development of original Australian independent games with budgets of up to $500\,000 at the time of applying\, to take the game to a significant milestone of its development. \nThe program allows Screen Australia to respond to the varied needs of gamemakers at different career stages\, providing direct funding that will assist studios in meeting their goals and establishing themselves in the international games landscape. \nApplicants must contextualise the milestone they are working towards and how this funding will help them achieve it in their applications. Significant milestones include: \n\nCompletion/release of a game\nEarly Access release of a game\nCompletion of a demo (to release at a digital event\, or present at a physical event)\nCreating a vertical slice that is of global competitive quality and enables a team to access the international funding and pitching ecosystem\nDeveloping an early-stage prototype to a quality suitable for submission to an accolade signifying cultural impact\, such as a notable award\, showcase\, festival\, gallery or museum exhibit opportunity\nAny other goal\, as defined by the applicant\n\nApplications will open on 25 June 2026 and close 27 August.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-games-production-fund/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T200000
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SUMMARY:South West WA AusIMM: MetFest!
DESCRIPTION:Join AusIMM South West WA Branch and the Metallurgical Society for MetFest! in Bunbury.\nMetFest events bring together teams of regional metallurgists\, process engineers\, chemists and other associated professionals for a unique week of networking and professional development\, culminating in a day of technical presentations. \nMetFest celebrate over 10 years of successful events hosted across Australia with a focus on regional operating sites\, having been initiated at Orange NSW and held since 2016. \nAusIMM South West WA was founded in 1981 and reopened in 2015 representing the south of Perth and east to the Goldfields. The branch is managed by a team of passionate members who conduct a wide range of networking events and professional development activities in the local areas.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/southwest-ausimm-metfest/
LOCATION:Mercure Sanctuary Golf Resort\, Lot 100 Old Coast Road\, Bunbury\, WA\, 6230\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T150000
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SUMMARY:Curtinnovation Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Curtinnovation Awards celebrate bold thinkers at Curtin University who are creating real-world impact. Whether you’re a researcher\, student or entrepreneur\, if you’ve developed an idea that could shape industries\, improve lives or solve critical challenges\, we want to hear from you. \nAll ideas are welcome. Previous winners of the Curtinnovation Awards include an evidence-based bio-enhanced native seaweed solution to chronic inflammation; a real-time asset tracking system using existing camera infrastructure; and a breakthrough in synthetic graphite production for lithium-ion batteries.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/curtinnovation-awards-2026/
LOCATION:Optus Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Awards Night / Celebratory Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Curtin Innovation and Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:entrepreneurship@curtin.edu.au
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