WA Innovation Calendar

StartupWA Annual General Meeting
2024-01-25 16:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Perth) | WeWork, 152 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The StartupWA team would like to invite you to join our Annual General Meeting (AGM), followed by networking.
This is a great opportunity to hear what StartupWA has achieved in 2023 and meet the board over networking drinks.
Date: 25th January 2024
Time: 4:30 PM till 6:30 PM
Venue: WeWork, Level 32, 152 St Georges Terrace, Perth 6000.
This AGM will also be live-streamed for members from regional areas and members who are unable to attend in person.
We are looking forward to welcoming you on the day.

DEADLINE: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Adopt Program
2024-01-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Adopt Program
Grants between $3 million and $5 million over four years for up to 50% of eligible project expenditure, for businesses in Australia that can establish centres to help Australian SMEs adopt AI technologies in their business.
Deadline 29 Jan DETAILS

DEADLINE: Early-Stage Investment – Perth Angels
2024-01-30 06:30 - 07:30 | Apply online, Australia
Entrepreneurs are encouraged to register their businesses by January 30th at https://gust.com/organizations/perth–angels/public_profile for a chance to secure early-stage investment. The registration will be reviewed by the Perth Angels team and members, leading to the possibility of participating in an exclusive Pitch Night event.

Perth Angels offers a platform for early-stage businesses seeking funding and growth opportunities. Beyond financial support, the platform facilitates co-investing with other angel groups, providing access to mentoring, and connecting entrepreneurs with experienced investors.
Pitch Night provides a valuable opportunity for entrepreneurs to directly present their ideas to Perth Angels, receive advice and feedback from seasoned investors, and network with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. The event aims to foster potential partnerships and collaborations, ultimately opening doors to funding that can drive business growth.
The Perth Angels team, along with their esteemed panel of investors, is enthusiastic about discovering and nurturing the next generation of disruptive businesses. They believe in supporting visionary ideas and passionate founders, committed to providing the necessary resources and connections to turn entrepreneurial visions into reality.
For inquiries and further information, individuals can reach out to Perth Angels via email at manager@perthangels.com.

Breakfast with Hon. Peter Dutton MP
2024-01-30 07:00 - 08:30 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000, Australia
The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME) invites you to breakfast with the Leader of the Opposition and Federal Member for Dickson, the Hon. Peter Dutton MP.
CME will host Mr Dutton on 30 January as he provides an address, on the important and significant role the Western Australian resources sector plays in the national economy.
CME members will hear directly from the Opposition Leader and enjoy an informal discussion whilst networking over a standing breakfast.
RSVP is essential, please register to confirm your attendance.
Tuesday 30 January 2024
7:00 AM arrival for 7:30 AM presentation
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre – River View Room 4

Implementation of Autonomous Systems in Mining – Workshop
2024-01-30 15:00 - 17:00 | online, Australia
Participants in this workshop will work together in a writing exercise to help complete content development for this guideline.

Location

Online

7-9 AM GMT | 8-10 AM CEST | 9-11 AM SAST | 10 AM -12 PM AST | 3-5 PM AWST | 5-7 PM AEST
Background
There are many factors a mine must consider when moving towards the implementation of autonomous systems in their operations. Areas of consideration include health and safety, mine maturity, infrastructure, cost and resource allocation, maintenance and skills requirements, regulatory requirement considerations and more.
About the project
Since the time of this guideline’s initial publication (version one was published in 2019), there have been advancements in the different technological solutions that are available, as well as years of experience and applicable knowledge gained across mine sites globally. This updated version of this guideline will be expanded to include learnings from deployments of the past few years and to ensure considerations are addressed to support the implementation of various autonomous solutions in both the surface or underground environment.
Highlights include
· Making sure there is consideration given to underground mining
· More consideration given to different types of autonomous equipment
· Guidance related to full lifecycle cost; cybersecurity; performance and metrics
· Full new sections on operational readiness and deployment
At the workshop
Participants will work together to help finish off content development for the nearly completed guideline. Specifically, we need help generating content for sections of the guideline related to operational readiness and deployment.

How to nail your customer interviews with Isis Nair
2024-01-31 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: Isis Nair
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.
Are you nailing your customer interviews? Speaking with customers is a critical ongoing habit for startup teams in order to continue innovating and focusing efforts on…

DEADLINE: BridgeTech Program
2024-01-31 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
What are your professional development plans for 2024?
Each year 80 people from a diverse range of professions and institutions around Australia are selected to join the BridgeTech Program, delivered by QUT. Fully funded by MTPConnect and a consortium of industry and university partners, BridgeTech Program participants join one of the country’s most significant medtech professional networks.
The program will help you gain confidence and create networks and opportunities in all areas of medtech research commercialisation. You’ll learn through online modules, attend an inspiring seminar series, and network with top medtech companies and a nation-wide professional community.
Learn more about the program

Apply for our 2024 program
Who should apply?
The program is suited to professionals looking to expand their commercialisation knowledge and networks, including:

mid-career researchers and scientists from universities and research institutes
medtech inventors, entrepreneurs and innovators
clinicians and healthcare workers
venture capitalists
legal practitioners including IP lawyers and patent attorneys
business development managers and tech transfer professionals
staff from government agencies

Experience in the sector and a demonstrated interest in medtech commercialisation is essential.
Preparing your application
In assessing merit, the panel will take your responses to the selection criteria into consideration.
To be competitive in the selection process, your application should demonstrate your suitability to the program by including:

the stage of your career
your motivation for applying
how you hope the program will benefit you and contribute to your progress

Submit your application
Applications are now open – closing January 31
We will email you to let you know the outcome of your application in early Quarter 2
Please submit the application form to apply:

DEADLINE: Inquiry into Innovation in WA
2024-01-31 09:30 - 10:30 | Apply online, Australia
Inquiry into innovation in Western Australia
The Committee will inquire into and report on Western Australia’s innovation ecosystem,
with reference to:
a) the current state of the innovation ecosystem
b) the role of the Western Australian government in supporting entrepreneurship, start-ups,
and small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs)
c) any other matters that the Committee considers relevant.
Deadline for submissions: 31 Jan 2024
Details HERE

CSIRO: Economic Impact of Generative AI
2024-02-01 08:00 - 09:00 | online, Australia
The National AI Centre is excited to host a conversation that explores how Australian organisations can prioritise their time and teams to unlock the economic opportunity of generative AI (GAI) in 2024.
Join experts from the Tech Council and Microsoft Australia to learn more about the broader economic impact associated with GAI in Australia as well as their insights in the priority actions industries can take to accelerate GAI adoption in their business.
The conversation will focus on Australia’s existing comparative advantages in digital innovation that make our industries well positioned to lead in the era of AI.
The management of key risks will also be discussed, including some of the ways that Australian workers can be supported and reskilled, how access to GAI can be made more equitable, especially for small and medium sized enterprises.
This presentation will be based on data captured in the Tech Council’s “Australia’s Generative AI Opportunity” report.

Investor and Founder Meetup – Perth
2024-02-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Parmelia Hilton, 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Investor and Founder Meetup – Perth

About

Join us in Perth for the Wholesale Investor & Founder Meetup, part of an exciting series across Melbourne, Auckland, Sydney, and Brisbane. This event is a unique opportunity to network and engage in discussions about the latest investment trends and technology innovations.
The evening will focus on the dynamic interplay between bullish market sentiments in tech and the rapid adoption of transformative technologies like AI, Robotics, and Genomics.
Expect insights into;

The latest Investment Trends and expectations for 2024
The rise of AI and Data-driven VC Funds
How the Venture funding landscape will change in the next 5 years
The current markets and the investment opportunities they represent
Innovation and technology trends setting the foundations for the venture space over the next decade. This impacts every aspect of how we live, work and play.
Update on some of our Wholesale Investor initiatives and activities
Opportunities for collaboration and participation
Upcoming product features that we will be launching

The event concludes with an engaging session of drinks, canapés, and networking. Open to Investors, Founders, and Industry Participants, this is a pivotal moment in the innovation space!

The CEO SUMMIT 2024 – That Will Never Work
2024-02-02 08:00 - 17:00 | RAC Arena, 700 Wellington Street, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia
The CEO SUMMIT 2024 – That Will Never Work
Join us for an exciting event for CEOs and senior business leaders. The 2024 event is all about pushing boundaries, embracing failure, and finding success in unexpected places.
Prepare to be inspired by industry pioneers, disruptors, and visionaries who have defied the odds.
Network with like-minded business professionals and gain valuable insights from seasoned CEOs who have revolutionised their industries.
Speakers:

Barb De Corti (ENJO Australia)
Dr. Zvi Guterman (CloudShare)
Iris Smit (The Quick Flick & Beauty Fridge)
Kohen Grogan (Yappy Group)
Tim Mazzarol (UWA Business School)

Registration fee includes:

Full day conference
Barista coffee
Morning tea
Lunch
Networking sundowner with canapes and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic).

DEADLINE: AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program
2024-02-06 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
The AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program 2023/24 Industry Development Grants are now open and seek to expand industry understanding, knowledge, and skills to drive the Australian honey bee and pollination industry into the future. In particular the 2023 Industry Development Grants are looking to support Early Career Researchers (ECR) on their research journey.
If you have a project or idea that can benefit the Australian honey bee and pollination industry you are invited to apply for a grant valued at up to $7000.
Applications close 12 noon (AEDT) Tuesday, 6 February 2024.
AgriFutures Australia is seeking applications to support industry development, personal development within the industry, seed funding to explore a research problem and travel grants.
These grants (up to $7,000) are available to any entity* that is involved in the Australian honey bee and pollination industry. Applications for the Industry Development Grants may focus on (but are not limited to):

Travel grants
Research funding, including PhD top-ups
Personal development that will benefit industry for example attending conferences, consortiums and educational forums.

This year the focus is the development of Early Career Researchers – ECRs are strongly encouraged to apply.
* If applying as an individual you must have a current ABN
This grant cannot be used to purchase equipment that would be used in day to day private business activities.

Coffee & Connect: Spacecubed Members
2024-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Join us at Spacecubed’s first Coffee & Connect for 2024!
At Spacecubed, we know how important a great community is, which is why we love to bring together all our members at weekly networking events, breakfasts and catch-ups to ensure everyone feels connected.
In 2024, Spacecubed Coffee + Connect is taking on a new dynamic, where we’ll be alternating which space it’s held at each month. This will allow for members from all Perth CBD spaces to move around and interact with other members beyond their routine environments, amplifying the potential for valuable connections that can fuel collaborative growth for their business.
Our first Coffee + Connect for 2024 will be taking place at Riff, powered by Spacecubed (45 St Georges Terrace) on Tuesday February 6th, from 10am – 11am. Come along for a mid-morning catch-up where you can enjoy getting to know other members over a fresh cup of coffee and bite to eat.
This event is free for members, however RSVP is essential for catering purposes.
For non-members, this event provides an ideal opportunity to experience first-hand what it’s like to be a Spacecubed member. Tickets, priced at $20 + GST, not only grant access to the networking breakfast where you can connect with our current members, but also include a full day of coworking, allowing you to experience what it’s like to cowork out of one of our vibrant spaces.
We hope to see you there!

She Brews Success – Osborne Park
2024-02-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Blue Lotus Cafe, Cnr Karrinyup Road & Hamilton Street, Stirling, WA, Australia
Get ready to brew success with empowering workshops, She Brews Success – where women entrepreneurs come together to learn and grow !

We see the small businesswoman. We believe in the capacity of women to build ‘unbreakable’ businesses. In response, our award-winning development pathway aims to bring together a supportive community of small businesswomen, offering a space to collaboratively overcome challenges, learn new skills, and achieve a better work-life balance. Success truly tastes better when we sip it together. Which is why you should join us for our new workshop series designed for the small businesswoman…She Brews Success.
Join “She Brews Success” whether you’re starting a business, running a home-based venture, or already on your journey. Experience a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that blends connection, rich ideas, and practical insights.
She Brews Success is $49 per session. You might be asking, what does $49 get me?

Business Skills Workshops
Guest Speakers
Networking Opportunities
Business Resource Library
Business Idea Exchange
Marketing and Branding Support
Financial Planning Assistance
Personal Development Sessions

90 days of access to our exclusive Business Academy

Barista made coffee and a selection of café treats

Facility for Kids to Play while you learn

When is it?

November 21st 2023
February 6th 2024
April 2nd 2024
May 28th 2024
July 23rd 2024

Where is it?
Blue Lotus Cafe – cnr Karrinyup Road & Hamilton Street, Stirling, Perth WA 6017

Each event covers vital business elements like marketing, finance, and sales, offering wisdom from experts and a chance to share experiences. Collaborate with like-minded women, conquer challenges, and find guidance to unlock business opportunities.

With us, you’re not alone on this journey.
You are not just a part of our gathering but the heartbeat of “She Brews Success.” Embrace the support, camaraderie, and empowerment that await you here. Your dreams matter; we’re here to ensure they come to life. Here’s to your success and to us rising together as unstoppable women entrepreneurs!
Cheers to shared success among unstoppable women entrepreneurs!

Online Webinar: Introduction to the R&D Tax Incentive
2024-02-06 11:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
13/02/2024, 11:00 – 13/02/2024, 12:00
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!

Innovate and Activate
2024-02-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Duxton Hotel, 1 St Georges Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join RMBWA for an enjoyable evening of networking, fellowship and knowledge sharing with special guest panelists; Tom Young; 2018 WA Overall Innovator of the Year, 40under40 winner and, Australia’s Best Scaling Up Proptech, and, Matthew Pham; 2023 40under40 winner and Tik Tok’s ‘’IGA Guy”.
Assisted in conversation by RMBWA Chair; Martin Graham, these two emerging WA business leaders will answer audience questions on how they achieved their early successes and where they’re headed next, and, ways you can apply the learnings in your organisation. Tom and Matthew will be staying on for networking, so take the opportunity to have a chat and perhaps do some business!
After an early career in the building industry with a background in Earth sciences, engineering & design, Tom Young officially joined the tech world in 2017, founding uDrew after nearly a decade of personal R&D. Inspired by his experiences and frustration of dealing with the current processes of the building industry, and as a homeowner, Tom taught himself coding which he used to create the original uDrew beta system. He achieved a number of world firsts along the way, before remortgaging his house to found the business & continue to push the limits of innovation. Since 2017, the uDrew team has expanded to 12 members and has gone on to be locally and internationally recognised.
Matthew is a young leader that inspires others into action. A recent 40 Under 40 Winner, he is the Group Operations & Marketing Manager of his family business; Pham Group of Supermarkets, consisting of four IGA Stores. He’s built a social media following of over 55,000 on TikTok, and, is now more commonly known as the “IGA Guy on TikTok”. Passionate about giving back to the community, Matthew is an advocate for volunteering, holding prominent roles with Rotary and Bendigo Bank.

Yhub Workshop: 2024 Business Roadmap
2024-02-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Y.hub, 1/128 Yanchep Beach Road, Yanchep, Western Australia, 6035, Australia
This is event is for small business owners of both established businesses and startups.
Here’s what you’ll come away with:

Find out how to identify the 5 fundamentals of your business & your priority goals;
Learn how to use Coach Kerry’s business roadmap to heighten your business success;
Get encouragement to dream big, then get the support you need to break your vision down into goals and cruise your way to progress;
Workshop how you will take aligned actions to ensure you stay on track and meet your business goals;
Set realistic timeframes for your goals and choose how you will measure your milestones to success;
Apply strategies to overcome frustrations, fears and avoid the busy-ness: stay in the flow for ease and opportunity.

Proudly sponsored by Y.hub Coworking, this value of this workshop is priceless – you never know what opportunities immersing yourself in the Y.hub community will offer to you.
This is an event not to be missed! Be sure to register ASAP as ticket numbers are strictly limited.

CORE: Community Coffee – Meet the Members
2024-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 | CORE Innovation Hub, 191 St. Georges Terrrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join CORE Innovation Hub for a coffee and a chat and meet the local Perth energy and mining ecosystem.
Community Coffee is a great way to meet local innovators, technologists and entrepreneurs working to solve some of the big challenges. This is your opportunity to connect with CORE members and guests and find out more about the opportunities and the challenges within the sector.

AARP Open Day with City of Wanneroo
2024-02-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct, Pederick Rd, Neerabup, WA, Australia
Save the date for our first Open Day of 2024! In partnership with the City of Wanneroo, we are pleased to invite you to Open Day, your opportunity to tour the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP).
The AARP is a dynamic, collaborative, accessible and global robotics and automation precinct with the largest test beds in Australia, and supported by a vibrant, cross-sector innovation ecosystem.
Learn more about how your company can utilise 6 diverse testbeds spread across 51 hectares of dedicated automation and robotics testing space, just 35 minutes north of Perth, WA.
Find out how the AARP is facilitating technology development and innovation development across mining and resources, energy, defence, space, agriculture, construction, logistics, advanced manufacturing and education. Hear more from the team and understand how you can get involved.

2024 Perth Research Bazaar (ResBaz)
2024-02-07 12:00 - 18:00 | Curtin University Library, Dumas Rd, Bentley, WA, Australia
The 2024 Perth Research Bazaar will equip researchers with the AI skills to perform cutting-edge research in the 21st century!

RESBAZ FOCUSES ON EMPOWERING RESEARCHERS TO HELP THEMSELVES
WHO SHOULD ATTEND RESBAZ?
Researchers at all levels and from all disciplines, research technologists and higher degree by research students are especially encouraged to attend ResBaz.
PROGRAM
ResBaz is festival of AI digital literacy training, professional development, and social events. The 2024 Perth ResBaz will serve to educate researchers on the generative AI learning methods and tools available to amplify their research, complemented by additional hands on workshops including ensuring data integrity; plus essential tips and skills for those moving into sector employment.
VENUE
ResBaz will be hosted in the newly refurbished Curtin Library in Bentley, Perth, with the Sundowner to be enjoyed within the rooftop space.
TICKETING
Tickets $30 (incl. GST) + BF. Tickets are limited to 100 participants.
Your ticket includes professional learning; access to all sessions; afternoon tea plus networking drinks with canapés.
TRAINERS

Community Grants Info Session
2024-02-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Riverton Library, 67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA, 6148, Australia
Join us for an in-person Information Session on February 7, 2024, at 5:30 PM to learn about City of Canning community grant opportunities!

Join us to learn some tips on navigating the application process for City of Canning community grant opportunities. The community grants program is open for projects and initiatives occurring within the City of Canning boundaries.
Light refreshments will be available during the session.
Can’t make it? Explore the diverse range of grant opportunities provided by the
City of Canning by visiting www.canning.wa.gov.au/grants and if you have further inquiries, feel free to reach out to the City’s Grants Officer at grants@canning.wa.gov.au.
Take a look at how Headspace Cannington utilised the City’s Community Grant to create a positive impact and experience.

Investor and Founder Meetup
2024-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Parmelia Hilton, 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join us in Perth for the Wholesale Investor & Founder Meetup, part of an exciting series across Melbourne, Auckland, Sydney, and Brisbane. This event is a unique opportunity to network and engage in discussions about the latest investment trends and technology innovations.

The evening will focus on the dynamic interplay between bullish market sentiments in tech and the rapid adoption of transformative technologies like AI, Robotics, and Genomics.
Expect insights into;

The latest Investment Trends and expectations for 2024
The rise of AI and Data-driven VC Funds
How the Venture funding landscape will change in the next 5 years
The current markets and the investment opportunities they represent
Innovation and technology trends setting the foundations for the venture space over the next decade. This impacts every aspect of how we live, work and play.
Update on some of our Wholesale Investor initiatives and activities
Opportunities for collaboration and participation
Upcoming product features that we will be launching

The event concludes with an engaging session of drinks, canapés, and networking. Open to Investors, Founders, and Industry Participants, this is a pivotal moment in the innovation space!

ARIIAxMDPP – Incubating new ideas for technology to transform aged care
2024-02-08 07:00 - 07:30 | online, Australia
Information session: Learn more about the ARIIAxMDPP Ideas Incubator program with Q&A

The ARIIA x MDPP Ideas Incubator Program aims to support early-stage product or technology innovation ideas to be developed for Aged Care.
ARIIA and the Medical Device Partnering Program (MDPP) are excited to collaborate on this initiative. The MDPP has been supporting the development of medical devices since 2008 under the leadership of Professor Karen Reynolds, who is also the Director of ARIIA’s Aged Care Partnering Program (ACPP).
Successful applicants will be provided with up to 250 hours of professional technical expertise by Flinders University engineers, which may include proof of concept research, prototyping or product technical validation. Further, successful applicants will be provided with a market opportunity report as a result of an additional 30 hours (maximum) of professional expertise as well as connections to / introductions with aged care providers, end-users, potential manufacturers, and commercial partners (where appropriate).
To find out more, we invite you to attend one of the following Q&A sessions:
• Wednesday, 6th December at 12noon Adelaide time
• Monday, 22nd January at 2.30pm Adelaide time
• Thursday, 8th February at 9.30am Adelaide time
• Friday, 23rd February at 10am Adelaide time
• Tuesday, 5th March at 3pm Adelaide time
• Friday, 22nd March at 12.30pm Adelaide time
• Wednesday, 10th April at 1pm Adelaide time
• Monday, 29th April at 12noon Adelaide time
• Tuesday, 14th May at 3pm Adelaide time
This is an Online Event. A Microsoft Teams link will be sent by email to registered attendees prior to the event.
if you have any questions you’d like answered in the session, please email them to acpp@ariia.org.au

Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar
2024-02-08 08:30 - 18:00 | Frazers State Reception Centre, 60 Fraser Ave, West Perth, Select a State:, 6005, Australia
The Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) seminar is CSIRO Mineral Resources annual industry-focussed event. This seminar provides updates on new and innovative disruptive technologies that are aimed at more cost-effective mineral discovery rates and better ore body delineation, which are environmentally sustainable and benefit the Australian economy and future needs. The event is an opportunity for us to present and discuss our new ideas and developments, and an opportunity for industry to influence future CSIRO research with time set aside for direct discussions and networking with CSIRO researchers. The theme for this year’s event is New Technologies and Critical Minerals.

CRC Round 25 Information Session
2024-02-08 11:30 - 13:00 | online, Australia
Learn about how to apply for a CRC, what makes a competitive application and hear first-hand experience from CRC participants.

Cooperative Research Australia is pleased to deliver an information session on Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) in collaboration with the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources.
Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants are part of the CRC Program and provide funding for medium to long-term (for up to 10 years) industry-led research collaborations. CRC grants help improve the competitiveness, productivity and sustainability of Australian industries.
CRC Grants provide funding for collaborations to solve industry identified problems.
Round 25 of the Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) grants program will open on Monday 8 January 2024 for applications and will close on Tuesday 5 March 2024 5:00pm AEDT.
About the webinar
In this virtual information session, you will hear about how to apply for a CRC, what makes a competitive application, hear first-hand experience from other CRC participants, and you will have the chance to pose questions to our panel.
Speakers:

Chris Gonzalez, Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Jane O’Dwyer , CEO, Cooperative Research Australia
CRC particpants to be confirmed

South West Pop-Up Advisory Board Event
2024-02-08 16:00 - 19:00 | The SET, 1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, Western Australia, 6280, Australia
Have you thought about getting some independent strategic advice for your business but don’t know where to start?
What are three questions you could ask a panel of strategic advisors that might give your business a boost?
Innovation Cluster in partnership with Strategic Intent Consulting is calling for expressions of interest from business owners in the South West to experience the power of Advisory Board model to accelerate their growth strategy.
This Pop-Up Advisory Board event is open to start-up’s, SME’s, and family businesses. The event matches Business Owners with one to three expert and experienced Advisors in a short 40 minute facilitated Advisory Board meeting to discuss business opportunities or challenges they are facing.
How a Pop-Up Advisory Board event works
You will complete a growth score survey to benchmark your business and identify up to three key business opportunities or challenges.
A Chair will be assigned to your business and contact you to clarify your key business opportunities or challenges. The Chair will assign one to three advisors to be part of the Advisory Board meeting.
The Advisory Board meeting is a structured approach to maximise quality conversations and follow up. The Chair will facilitate the meeting with you and up to two additional business members, and the allocated advisors.
The meeting will cover an overview of where your business is at, review of your priorities for the next 18 months, Advisor conversations to answer your key questions, and finish with a draft 90 day action plan.
After the meetings have concluded we will have a quick debrief with all the business owners on common themes and finish with networking drinks.
Event details
Thursday 8th February 2024
4 – 7pm
1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, WA, 6280
$35 and free for SET members. Includes drinks.
How to register
Please email your expression of interest by completing the form at the link below no later than 4pm Wednesday 17th January 2024.
SW Pop-UP EOI
You will then be sent a growth score survey and matched with a Chair who will guide you through the process.
If you have any questions about the event please contact Craig Hook directly at E: strategicintent@iinet.net.au or M: 0421040863.

Spotlight on commercialising medtech; a US and Australian perspective
2024-02-08 17:00 - 19:00 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
Do you want to know what it takes to take novel medtech to market?

The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub invites you to our next WA MTP Sector Spotlight Series event, a fireside chat focused on medtech commercialisation with Jill Anderson (OncoRes Medical Non-Executive Director) sharing her experiences in the US and Dr Kath Giles (OncoRes Medical CEO/MD; Brandon Capital Venture Partner) providing the Australian perspective.
About our topic
During this event we will gain insights into medtech commercialisation from two leaders, a successful founder from the US and the CEO of fast-growing WA start-up, OncoRes Medical.
OncoRes Medical’s Non-Executive Director Ms Jill Anderson brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise about the American medtech landscape. Jill has extensive experience as the Co-Founder, President and CEO of Cianna Medical (acquired in 2018 for $200M), as well as Director of OncoRes, Minerva Surgical and Merit Medical Systems.
OncoRes Medical’s CEO and MD Dr Kath Giles will offer insights from her experience as a business leader, clinician, innovator and investor, and her perspective on what it takes to commercialise medtech in WA.
Through this fireside chat led by WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub’s Dr Tracey Wilkinson, we aim to foster a vibrant conversation about what it takes to successfully bring a novel medical technology to market to benefit patients. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, industry professional, investor, or simply interested in the field, this event promises to provide valuable perspectives on the global medtech industry.
About this event
Our monthly event series is an opportunity for representatives from across the MTP sector to connect, collaborate and learn about upcoming opportunities, and hear the stories and successes of WA organisations developing health and medical innovations. Join us for networking and conversation over light refreshments afterwards.
We’re pleased to be delivering this event in partnership with The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), a social enterprise supporting the next generation of WA’s entrepreneurs. Their programs have been designed to educate and empower early-stage entrepreneurs, PhD students and visionaries within the WA community.
About OncoRes Medical
Founded in 2016, OncoRes Medical is a Perth-based medical device company dedicated to eliminating the burdens associated with repeat operations following breast-conserving surgery (BCS). The company is developing a hand-held, real-time intraoperative imaging device to improve the detection of residual tumour in the surgical cavity, providing surgeons with the confidence that no residual cancer remains in the breast. This innovative solution is based on technology developed in collaboration with the University of Western Australia and Western Australian Department of Health. Learn more at www.oncoresmedical.com.
About our speakers
Dr Katharine Giles – CEO/Managing Director
Dr Kath Giles has been CEO/Managing Director of OncoRes since 2017. Kath has experience on both sides of the funding process, having worked as an Investment Manager at Stone Ridge Ventures and then joining Brandon Capital Partners in 2012 as a Venture Partner. Kath has start-up experience in medical apps, diagnostics and fitness devices and continues to practice as a medical doctor working within the surgical field. Before entering the commercial world, Kath spent time working in clinical medicine gaining a range of experience across medical and surgical specialities and critical care. Kath combines her investment experience and clinical knowledge with a keen business insight. She is a Director of Respirion Pharmaceuticals, Non-Executive Director of Sonic Healthcare and a founding Committee Member of the Australian Society for Medical Entrepreneurship & Innovation (ASME).
She is also a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Jill Anderson – Non-Executive Director
Ms Jill Anderson is dedicated to enhancing the lives of consumers through medical technology. Jill is a business strategist and commercial expert with extensive industry experience in medical devices and healthcare services. She was Co-Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cianna Medical from 2008 until its acquisition in 2018. Prior to that, she was Vice President of BioLucent from 2001 to 2003, becoming President in 2003 until its acquisition in 2007.
Prior to entering the medical device field, Jill held executive leadership positions in health care services, focused on developing patient-centric, comprehensive cancer centers in partnership with large, teaching hospital environments. In addition to her service on the OncoRes Board, Jill also serves on the Board of Minerva Surgical, a uterine health medtech company focusing on minimally invasive intrauterine treatments, as well as on the Board of Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MMSI), a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy.

DEADLINE: AEA Seed Program
2024-02-09 06:00 - 07:30 | Apply online, Australia
AEA Seed is a pilot program running ahead of the full implementation of the AEA and is supporting proof-of-concept projects (Technology Readiness Level 3 to 5).
Grants between $50,000 and $500,000 are available to confirm proof‑of‑concept on research ideas pursuing a commercial and translational outcome.
The grants are targeted to the experimental end of the research and development spectrum and aim to foster investment and collaboration between industry and university researchers.
AEA Seed is an opportunity to test and refine program assumptions and demonstrate the capacity of the program to deliver on its intended outcomes prior to the full implementation of AEA.
Tranche One and Tranche 2 (now closed) of the AEA Seed Grants called for proposals that addressed the priorities of:

renewables and low emissions technologies,
medical science,
value-add in resources, and
value-add in agriculture, forestry and fisheries sectors.

See the full list of successful projects on the Department of Education’s website.

AEA Seed Tranche 3
AEA Seed Tranche 3 is open from 9am AEDT on Friday 15 December 2023 to 5pm AEDT on Friday 9 February 2024.
A total of $12 million has been committed to support projects for research commercialisation activity in the following 3 priority areas identified in the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, with a special emphasis on projects that focus on advanced and additive manufacturing technologies in;

transport,
defence capability, and
enabling capabilities.

Projects outside of these priorities may be considered if funding allocations are not fully utilised.
Applicants should note that updates have been made to grant documentation and requirements for AEA Seed Tranche 3. These updates have been incorporated from stakeholder feedback and lessons from previous tranches to maximise the effectiveness of the pilot program.
To begin the application process, download the AEA Program Guidelines – Seed Tranche 3 and then apply via the Research Management System

Additional resources

Applicant Guide
Program Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Conditions of Grant
Sample Application Form
Business Case Template

DEADLINE: IPrep Biodesign Course EOIs
2024-02-09 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
Completion of this form will provide access to application details of the recruited PhD student cohort and an invitation to the 1st stage induction, where each student will present a pitch. There is no obligation to continue with the program if applicants are not deemed a suitable fit for your project.
iPREP Biodesign will handle your personal information in accordance with university policies and the Australian Privacy Principles. iPREP Biodesign collects your personal information, including your name, contact details and company details for the purposes of the program and may be used to guide future iterations of the program.
We provide a cost-effective solution to tackle your organisation’s R&D challenges

Benefits:

A multidisciplinary team of two or three PhD students

Cost effective, potentially eligible for R&D tax incentive & subsidies

100% ownership of intellectual property

Select students appropriate to your project and skill-gap

‘Test-drive’ students prior to potential employment

A flexible participation mode (virtual, in-person, combination)

Our support:

We source appropriate skill-sets and offer guidance in selecting the best suited researchers to your project

We provide students with weekly support and specialised training to assist with the scoping of your project, meeting deliverables and translation of research abilities into tangible outcomes

We focus on value creation by actively looking for synergistic opportunities and connections to like-minded industry partners, educational institutions and research centres

Projects are defined by the industry partner and can span over a 7 week or 3 month period. Projects may include new research, proof-of-concept activities or tasks progressing commercial outputs.Students should not undertake day-to-day commercial activities, but focus on a short-term research project related to their area of expertise. All Intellectual Property created during the project is retained by the industry partner and creation of non-disclosure agreements is supported.

CERI Entreprenurial Mindset Bootcamp
2024-02-12 09:00 - 2024-02-13 17:00 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
CERI’s first program for 2024 is coming up on February 12-13 and we still have places available. If you are interested in commercialisation, innovation and startups, this is a great starting point!
The bootcamp focuses on:
• The entrepreneurial mindset and soft skills that assist researchers and founders on their journey.
• Tools to quickly ideate, validate, and communicate commercial ideas.
• Exposing participants to insights and advice from startup founders.
📅 Dates: February 12th – 13th
🕛 Time: 9 AM – 5 PM
🏙 Location: CERI – Lvl 1, 22 Stirling Hwy Nedlands
The program will feature talks from CERI resident companies and our guest entrepreneur Steve Wildisen co-founder of Xsights Digital Pty Ltd.
Secure your place here:
https://lnkd.in/gwu9B_qV
