WA Innovation Calendar

AI For ALL: Diversity and Inclusion in Artificial Intelligence
2024-03-25 09:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Perth) | online, Australia
CSIRO’s Data61 is at the forefront of promoting and performing world class research on Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Join this free webinar to learn about the transformative work being done at Data61, and the D&I principles that all organisations can adhere to in the design and development of inclusive AI. Hear from two of Data61’s most experienced leaders in this field, Dr Didar Zowghi and Dr Muneera Bano.

Climate Change Academy
2024-03-25 16:30 - 18:30 | Curtin University, School of Education, Kent Street Building 501, 2/203, Bentley, WA, 6102, Australia
A collaboration between Curtin School of Education, AISWA, The Climate Academy (Brussels, Belgium) and News Decoder (France).

This event marks the launch of a professional learning series for all teachers and school leaders who are interested in climate change education.
Matthew Pye (Founder of Climate Academy) is travelling to Perth and will be delivering the presentation in person. As a public speaker, Matthew has given lectures at the EU Commission, Cambridge University, VU Amsterdam, other leading universities and many international schools. He featured in The Eurasian Media Forum (Kazakhstan, 2021), The NATO Youth Conference (2023), and the ZEG Storytelling Festival (Tblisi, 2023).
The aim is to provide an overview of the work of the Climate Academy and to give attending schools the opportunity to sign up for a professional learning series in semester 2 2024.

Matthew Pye is the Founder of The Climate Academy (est. 2011) and has been co-ordinator of Philosophy at the European School Brussels II (since 2007). His book “Plato Tackles Climate Change” (2021) examines the blind-spots of democracy concerning the crisis, and points forward to the power of the law as a key leverage point for change. “Arendt Tackles Climate Change” (2024) will be out soon.

Innovation Summit: Decarbonising Supply Chain Logistics
2024-03-26 13:30 - 16:00 | The Rise, 28 Eight Avenue, Maylands, WA, Australia
Empowering Sustainability, Transforming Logistics: Driving the Future of Carbon Neutral Supply Chains

Decarbonising Supply Chain Logistics Innovation Summit, organised by Innovate Australia, serves as a cornerstone event aimed at revolutionising the global supply chain landscape with sustainability and innovation at its core. This summit assembles industry forerunners, breakthrough innovators, and influential policymakers to delve into advanced strategies and technologies essential for achieving carbon neutrality across the supply chain spectrum. Highlighting sustainable sourcing, eco-conscious manufacturing, green logistics, and waste minimization, the summit is dedicated to knowledge exchange, collaborative ventures, and showcasing practical solutions for minimising carbon emissions. As a pivotal gathering orchestrated by Innovate Australia, it represents a significant leap towards fostering resilient, efficient, and environmentally sustainable supply chains, underpinning a greener global economy.

🌟 Summit Highlights:
Decarbonising Supply Chain Logistics Innovation Summit is a landmark event that brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and innovators from around the globe to address the critical challenge of reducing carbon emissions within supply chain logistics. Highlights of the summit include cutting-edge presentations on sustainable practices, panel discussions on the future of green logistics, and workshops on implementing circular economy principles. Attendees will explore advancements in electric transportation, renewable energy integration, and digital technologies that enhance efficiency and transparency. This summit is a pivotal platform for sharing insights, fostering partnerships, and driving actionable strategies toward achieving a carbon-neutral supply chain, marking a significant step forward in the global effort to combat climate change.

WA Pulse
2024-03-26 16:30 - 19:30 | Perth Town Hall, 601 Hay Street, Perth, WA, Australia
WA Pulse is back, bringing together the vibrant startup ecosystem of Western Australia! 🌟 Join us for an evening of networking, insights and collaboration.
📅 Save the Date: March 26th, 2024
🕟 Time: 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
📍 Venue: Perth Town Hall
What’s WA Pulse all about?
WA Pulse highlights the diverse array of initiatives driving growth in the WA startup landscape. Expect a showcase of impactful projects and collaborations shaping our ecosystem. The biannual WA Pulse gatherings unite a spectrum of stakeholders, from government representatives to educators, investors, and beyond. Together, we aim to cultivate a more informed, interconnected and collaborative startup environment.
What can you look forward to?
At WA Pulse, 20 handpicked speakers will deliver rapid-fire updates on the latest ecosystem developments. Each presentation clocks in at just 3 minutes, ensuring you’re up to speed on new programs and ongoing endeavours. But it doesn’t stop there – we want your input too! Engage directly with program creators during networking breaks, offering feedback and fresh perspectives to shape future initiatives.
Plus, seize the chance to forge valuable connections during our networking sessions. Whether you’re seeking collaborators or simply sharing ideas, WA Pulse provides the perfect platform.

Ticket Options
You can choose from two ticket options:
1. In-Person Ticket – $55,
2. Online Live Stream Ticket – $15.
Just so you know, if you choose to buy the online ticket, we’ll send you the link to the live stream via email on the event day.
If you are joining us in person, we’ve got you covered with delicious refreshments throughout the event.

WADSIH Generative AI Monthly Meetup
2024-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 | The Gramercy Bar & Kitchen, Central Park 10/777 Hay Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join the WA Data Science Innovation Hub for our monthly Generative AI Meetup to explore the fascinating world of AI-driven creativity and innovation. Set in the heart of Perth at The Gramercy Bar & Kitchen Central, this event offers a unique opportunity to network with industry experts, enthusiasts, and professionals who share a passion for the transformative power of data science and artificial intelligence.
This informal event gives you the chance to meet likeminded people and network with others in the industry while you geek-out on all things AI.
Whether you’re a seasoned data scientist, a curious newcomer, or simply interested in the AI field, this meetup is the perfect setting to connect, learn, and be inspired. Come for the knowledge, stay for the food, drinks, and the vibrant community spirit as we celebrate innovation in WA.

Simple Marketing Strategy for Startups with James Fitzjohn
2024-03-27 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: James Fitzjohn (Brew Consulting)
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.
James Fitzjohn knows a thing or two when it comes to the strategies businesses use on their way to becoming market leaders having worked with some of the world’s largest….

Meshpoints Quarterly Townhall
2024-03-27 10:00 - 12:00 | The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), Level 1, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands, WA 6009, 6009, Australia
Join us on the 27th of March for our Quarterly Townhall where the Meshpoints Partners network will come together in a day of collaboration, learning and collective impact. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with other partners to explore our 2024 focus areas, hear about recent ecosystem activity and identify new opportunities to advance our innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
This event is your chance to explore the unique benefits and possibilities within the Meshpoints network. If you are not yet a Meshpoint partner, you can learn more and explore how to apply via our website here.

Location: CERI Workroom – Level 1/22 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands WA.
Agenda: 10am – 12:30pm, with discussion groups facilitated by the Stewards Group, light lunch and networking opportunities

What you can expect:

The launch of our Mid-Program Impact Report, as we celebrate the incredible impact of the Meshpoints network over the last 18 months.
The chance to align your calendar with our 2024 Events Calendar, identifying collaborative opportunities to shape the future of Meshpoints.
Join, or form new Communities of Interest, where you can initiate discussions and explore impact-focused groups within the Meshpoints network.

See you there!

MRFF Research Administration Officer Webinar
2024-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
We invite you to join our next MRFF Research Administration Officer (RAO) Webinar at 2:00pm AEDT on 27 March 2024.
MRFF RAO Webinars support RAOs and organisations administering or interested in applying for MRFF grants by covering topics and questions important to participants.
You can help inform the content of this webinar by completing our online survey by 5:00pm AEDT, 7 March 2024.
We will share final details on webinar topics closer to the date in this newsletter.
We will also publish a recording of the webinar on our website.

ASTN Online Masterclass – ‘AI in the Business of Sport’
2024-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom, Western Australia, Australia
After exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been utilised in analysing athlete performance, ASTN is placing a spotlight on the use of technology and how it is reshaping the business of sport.
Join the ASTN for a masterclass ‘AI in the Business of Sport’ and hear from industry experts and ASTN member companies about the way sport is automating workflows, generating content or shape immersive broadcast.
Date: Wednesday 27 March 2024
Time: 11am – 12pm AWST
Venue: Online via Zoom (link will be provided 24 hours beforehand)

Guide to Software Activities in the R&DTI
2024-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
3/27/2024, 11:00 AM – 3/27/2024, 12:00 PM
Time zone: (UTC+08:00) Perth

Microsoft Teams meeting

Software Activities
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources is delivering a series of information sessions focussed on specific areas of interest.
This session will examine Software Activities in relation to the R&DTI

It will cover:
• the benefits offered by the R&D Tax Incentive
• who can apply
• eligibility requirements for R&D activities and expenditure
• watch points for activity descriptions
• the importance of record keeping
• a case study and further guidance

WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub: A conversation with Kate Hilyard
2024-03-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, 6000, Australia
The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub invites you to special seminar event with international speaker Dr Kate Hilyard.

“Translating complexity – getting rid of the jargon that often puts barriers between us”
Through her career, Kate Hilyard has been driven to make a difference to patient lives – from her early academic research in human biology and through her career leading organisations whose mission is to discover drugs. She has held multiple senior executive positions in pharma and biotech including Roche, Cambridge Antibody Technology, Charles River Laboratories and the AI biotech Healx.
Kate joined the UK Vaccine Task Force in July 2020 as an expert on Covid-19 vaccine immunogenicity testing and data, and for over 3 years has advised government ministers and senior civil servants during the pandemic and the post-pandemic periods.
Kate’s two recent roles have had a major theme of translating complexity – in Healx. She helped enable the effective communication between techies and biologists, and in the Vaccine Task Force explaining immunology and virology to civil servants and ministers who may not have done any science since they were 15 years old.
To achieve anything you have to find ways of overcoming the barrier of complexity, which Kate will explore through a seminar followed by a fireside chat (Q&A encouraged) with WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub’s Director of Stakeholder Engagement Dr Tracey Wilkinson.

DEADLINE: ACTA Trial of the Year Awards
2024-03-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
Established in in 2016, the ACTA Trial of the Year Awards honour and celebrate the outstanding Australian achievements that advance clinical practice and save or improve the lives of patients every year through collaborative, multicentre, investigator-driven clinical trials.
These awards celebrate the incredible Australians propelling our healthcare system forward through groundbreaking clinical trials. Emphasising the importance of clinical trials, these awards highlight the expertise and intricacy involved in designing, conducting, and participating in these transformative studies.
In 2024, the trophies will be awarded in the following categories:

ACTA Trial of the Year Award
ACTA STInG Excellence in Trial Statistics Award
ACTA Consumer Involvement Award
ACTA HEAT Excellence in Trial Based Health Economics Award

PLEASE NOTE:
– The trials nominated for these three awards must have been designed and led by a network or investigator group that is a current Member of ACTA (Full or Associate Member).
– If you are applying for the ACTA Trial of the Year Award/ACTA STInG Excellence in Trial Statistics Award/ACTA HEAT Excellence in Trial-Based Health Economics Award, the primary results of the trial must have been published in the 2023 calendar year (electronically or in print).
– Please note that non-finalised/in-progress trials are eligible for the Consumer Involvement Award providing recruitment for the trial is complete (as per the enrolment target) at the time of nomination.

DEADLINE: Plus Eight Seed-Funded Accelerator Program
2024-03-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
A six month program with seed-funding, international immersions, world-class mentorship and business connections to help you scale your business.
We are looking for ambitious founders, working as part of a balanced team to solve global problems they are passionate about, with high potential to scale.
We do not have an industry bias, however we are especially excited about seed to series-A startups tackling global challenges in the following areas: Digital Health, Agtech, Proptech, Social Impact. As long as it’s ambitious and solving a big problem – we want to hear from you!
Our accelerator program is split into three phases, beginning with a rigorous weekend bootcamp and on the spot feedback from facilitators and mentors. Following the weekend, only the strongest founders are selected to continue into Phase One, which includes nine weeks filled with Entrepreneur in Residence sessions, masterclasses with industry experts, 1 on 1 mentoring and more.
Founders then pitch for their place in Phase Two, where a final 6-12 startups will be chosen to continue and access a pool of seed-funding. Phase Two includes an international immersion and final Demo Night.

DEADLINE: E-waste Infrastructure Grant WA
2024-03-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
Funding is available to increase e-waste collection, storage, reuse, reprocessing and recycling capacity and capability in Western Australia.

What do you get?
Funding of up to $2 million.
Who is this for?
Organisations undertaking recycling projects.

Funding is available under 2 streams:
Stream 1: E-waste collection, storage and/or reuse grants

funding of up to $250,000
collection and storage projects including fixed or semi-permanent e-waste infrastructure
equipment that assists with the reuse of e-waste.

Stream 2: E-waste reprocessing infrastructure grants

funding of up to $2 million
projects that increase capacity in the state’s e-waste management network and include equipment purchase and installation and new or upgraded infrastructure for e-waste reprocessing and recycling.

To be eligible, applicants must:

be a business, local government, regional council or registered charity/not-for-profit
have a current Australian business number (ABN) or Australian company number (ACN)
have been operating for at least 12 months
have satisfactory environmental, safety and financial compliance.

Further eligibility requirements apply, depending on the grant stream.

She Brews Success – Osborne Park
2024-04-02 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!

‘AI & Assistive Technologies’ with Dr Stephanie Stoll
2024-04-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Curtin University CBD Precinct, 13 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join us for a unique opportunity to delve into the future and transformative role of AI in supporting those with disabilities.

About the Event:
Delve into the transformative world of AI and Assistive Technologies with Dr. Stephanie Stoll, an esteemed international researcher at the forefront of innovation, as she takes centre stage right here in Perth!
With extensive expertise in deep learning and a passion for developing assistive technologies, Dr. Stoll brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this special event.
Dr. Stoll will share insights from her pioneering work, exploring the intersection of computer vision, computer graphics, and natural language processing. Learn how AI-powered solutions like Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Neural Machine Translation (NMT) are revolutionizing the lives of people with disabilities, from low-cost, AI-enabled hand prosthetics to innovative cloud-based solutions.
🎟️ Don’t Miss Your Chance:
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and gain invaluable knowledge about the future of assistive technologies.
Get your tickets now to be part of this inspiring event! Together, let’s harness the power of AI to create a more inclusive world for everyone.
Drinks & canapes included.
This event is proudly brought to you by the WA Data Science Innovation Hub.

Speed Networking: Breakfast Edition
2024-04-05 08:00 - 09:30 | The Hub, Bentley Technology Park, 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley, WA, Australia
Make 20 Connections in just 60 Minutes with Speed Networking: Breakfast Edition!
Come along on April 5th for the fastest speed networking event in Perth. By the end of the event, you’ll have 20 new business connections, and perhaps a lead for your next opportunity.
With up to 20 participants, you’ll be able to hear from each of them, as well as share your story. So, that’s 20 new connections, in just 60 minutes! (With time to connect afterwards as needed.)
Please note, your ticket cost includes lightly catered breakfast, barista-made coffee and meaningful connections.
Hope to see you there!

The Diary of a CEO: The Business & Life Speaking Tour
2024-04-07 20:00 - 22:00 | RAC Arena Perth, 700 Wellington Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join Entrepreneur, Investor, No.1 Best Selling Author and Host of Europe’s Biggest Podcast – ‘The Diary Of A CEO”, for an insightful and new international lecture series.
These talks are tailor-made for aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned business owners, and anyone that dreams of taking their venture, project or life to the next level. Thinking of starting something one day? Wondering how to take your current project to the next level? This lecture is for you!
In this series, Steven will dissect the intricacies of entrepreneurship, offering priceless wisdom on how to start, build, and scale a thriving business. He’ll unravel the strategies and tactics that have propelled his entrepreneurial success & provide a roadmap for your own success using science backed research, his interview back catalogue and stories from history.
Learn how to cultivate the mindset and strategy required to overcome challenges, stay focused, and turn your dreams into reality.
This is a brand new one of kind event series that will happen once, and only once!

NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program – Specialisation Courses Info Session
2024-04-08 10:00 - 11:00 | online, Australia
(Open to other states, with additional program fees)
The NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program, run by Cicada Innovations, has been designed by industry experts to help you maximise the impact of your health innovation and successfully commercialise your technology.
​This online info session will focus on:

The different programs on offer
​Who the workshops are for & prerequisites
​How to apply
​An overview of the content that you will learn

Katja Beitat, Head of HealthTech, will be open to answer all your burning possible questions.

CERI: Innovative Mindset Masterclass
2024-04-09 09:00 - 18:00 | CERI, Level 1/22 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands, WA, 6009, Australia
The CERI Innovative Mindset Masterclass provides a framework for innovative thinking and helps participants to drive these solutions towards outcomes. This particular program is for Mannkal scholars only.

Pitch your startup!
2024-04-10 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: Morning Startup
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.
Practice your pitch in front of the supportive Morning Startup audience. We’re giving you, the upcoming new startups of Perth, a chance to practice your pitch in front of the non-intimidating and…..

Cicada x Tech23: Meet ULUU Australia’s radical innovators
2024-04-10 12:15 - 13:00 | online, Australia
Join us from anywhere for this exclusive online event to celebrate Australia’s radical innovators and hear from ULUU, two visionary founders revolutionising the fight against plastic pollution.

ULUU has been making waves since 2022, driving positive change for a greener future. Founded by Julia Reisser and Michael Kingsbury, two of Australia’s radical innovators, the company has propelled its seaweed-based alternative to plastics onto the global stage through an incredible journey including the launch of their first commercial product – a collaboration with iconic international surf brand, Quiksilver.

Be part of the conversation shaping Australia’s future alongside ULUU’S founders and Sally-Ann Williams as they dive into ULUU’s journey of building a global deep tech company that is leading the way towards a plastic-free world.
Dive into the future of deep tech and discover how you can contribute to building Australia as a deep tech nation. Join us to glimpse a future where deep tech isn’t just a concept, but a tangible, life-changing reality.

This event is one of the launch events of Cicada x Tech23 2024, Australia’s biggest deep tech festival, set to take place on 7th August in Sydney.

Join us online to hear from the brightest and boldest of Australia’s deep tech community and join the CxT23 village.

Carbon Developments in the Agrifood Sector
2024-04-10 13:30 - 15:30 | Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia, 37 Dollyup Street, Stake Hill, Western Australia, 6181, Australia
Demystify all things carbon in the agriculture sector with experts discussing a wide range of issues from finance, technologies and more

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Register for 1.30PM start. Welcome by Dr Chris Vas, GM – FIPWA

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Carbon Markets (Liam Pepper, CBA Director – WA Head of Trade and Commodities)

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
On-Farm Carbon Technologies (Joe Bruzzese, Agribusiness Strategy)

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Preparing for Carbon Neutrality – PaneDiscussion (Kristen Huey, CBA Agri Exec)

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Event Close & Networking

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MSD Reverse Pitch Event
2024-04-10 15:00 - 16:00 | online, Australia
Join Austrade, MSD and partners for an interactive webinar.
This is an opportunity to hear directly from MSD’s US Business Development & Licensing team, ask them questions, and apply to meet either virtually or in-person at BIO San Diego.

DEADLINE: Local Capability Fund – Peel Regional Round
2024-04-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Apply online, Australia
The Peel Regional Round provides funding support to Western Australian small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Peel region to enhance their business capability and capacity to supply to export markets, major Western Australian State or local government agencies, the Australian Government and the private business sector.
The level of funding support under the Peel Regional Round of the LCF is 50% of eligible costs (excluding GST), up to a maximum of $20,000 per successful applicant.

venture x UWA Alumni presents Amplify series – featuring Rory Garton-Smith
2024-04-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Forrest Hall, 21 Hackett Drive, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Checkmate, hailed as the 4th most promising consumer start up in the world (2023) [The Information] in just 2 years has acquired 1m users and $20m investment from the likes of Google ventures. Hear how directly from Rory, CTO and co-founder of Checkmate and UWA Alumni!

About the event

The first in our Amplify series of fireside chats with leading entrepreneurs from the UWA alumni. We’re delighted to feature Rory Garton-Smith, co-founder and CTO of US based startup Checkmate. In just two years, Checkmate has garnered over 1 million users and raised an impressive $20 million USD from top US VCs, including Google Ventures, and angel investors including Paris Hilton and the Chainsmokers. Like every overnight success however, Rory’s success with Checkmate is the product of an incredible journey, from his time at UWA to his success as Sony-signed music producer Elk Road and then a software developer at Apple. Join us for an insightful discussion where Rory shares his tips from his experience raising capital and scaling a high growth startup.
There are only 60 tickets available for this event! We know plans change, if they do please let us know so we can offer tickets to those on the waitlist.
Details:

5pm arrival for 5:30 start. Nibbles and drinks will be available.
Forrest Hall is on Google Maps and you can find a link to a location map here: https://link.mazemap.com/pLTAcRme. Its on the UWA Crawley campus, riverside. Our team will be on the river side of the venue to help you find it.
Networking will take place from 6:30 – 7:00

Bloom: Mistakes that Made us
2024-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 | UWA Tavern, Hackett Drive, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
We always hear about how successful entrepreneurs have achieved great things and made lots of money and impact. What we don’t get to hear is all the times they made mistakes and it turns out – that’s where the real learnings lie. Mistakes that made us is a fun catered event at the UWA Tav where successful entrepreneurs take the stage for 15 minutes each and talk about the mistakes they made in their career and what they learned from it. You will have the opportunity to listen to their journey, ask them questions and network with other entrepreneurially minded people. This year we will be hearing from:

Kate Kirwan – She Codes
Abhinav Bijavara Nagaraj – Edible Cutlery
Giles Roberts – Sol Studios

Food is provided with ticket. 18+ ID required.

WA Government Tech Investment Update
2024-04-16 09:30 - 12:00 | Parmelia Hilton, 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Empowering Western Australia’s Digital Future: Initiatives, Strategies, and Industry Participation

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Department of Finance, Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation and Australian Information Industry Association have organised this event to inform industry on the $900 million Digital Capability Fund (Fund), ICT Procurement framework, WA Industry Participation Strategy (WAIPS) and the Digital Industries Acceleration Strategy. In addition, Spatial WA, a whole of Government initiative set to deliver an Advanced Digital Twin for Western Australia will provide an insight on the $140 million allocated to improve Western Australia’s digital capabilities to accelerate land development approvals and streamline the delivery of key infrastructure projects.

National Energy Transition Accelerator Online Info Session
2024-04-16 11:00 - 11:30 | Online via Webex, Australia
Startup founders, researchers and industry professionals across Australia please RSVP to this online information session to learn more about our National Energy Transition Accelerator program which includes a $10,000 equity free grant and subsidised travel costs to attend interstate sessions!
For more information on this exciting opportunity, visit the Trailblazer website: https://rtcm-trailblazer.au/our-focus/national-energy-transition-accelerator/

Grant Readiness Webinar
2024-04-16 12:00 - 13:30 | online, Australia
Available dates: Tuesday, 16th April 2024 & Thursday, 16th May 2024
Time: 12PM AWST
This 90 min free webinar is the only one you need to get your business or organisation ready to apply for funding. You’ll thank us later!
We’ll cover:

Using a strategic approach to funding
Deciding whether to apply
Develop a content bank
Critical supporting documents
Showcase of selected State Government grant opportunities for businesses
Deep dive into understanding eligibility criteria and grant objectives
Live Q&A

About BlueSalt Consulting: Our team has unlocked $60m+ in funding for clients and know what it takes to have a strong bid. If securing grant funding is on your agenda, join us as we teach you how to get ‘grant ready’.
