WA Innovation Calendar

Bloom: Startup Insurance Masterclass
2025-11-12 16:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Perth) | Bloom Lab, Crawley, 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Starting a business comes with risk, but the right insurance can help protect what you’re building.
In this 60-minute masterclass, experienced insurance advisor Sandy Gray will walk early-stage founders through what they need to know about business insurance. The session will focus on key risks, relevant cover types, and how to approach getting insured with confidence and clarity.
This session will be practical, plainspoken, and focused on helping founders make informed decisions. No scare tactics. No jargon. Just information you can use.

Fraunhofer IKTS-ECU short course on ceramic technologies for industry-Joondalup
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-14 | ECU Joondalup, 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup, Western Australia, 6027, Australia
This 2-day program aims to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge about the fundamentals of inorganic membranes, membrane processes and membrane plants. Selected applications will be discussed and results of case studies presented.
Gain working knowledge, case-study insights, a close look at the membrane demonstrator and module designs and an optional one-to-one collaboration meeting with Fraunhofer IKTS and ECU.
Day 1
One-to-one meetings for discussion on cooperation models with Fraunhofer IKTS and joint projects at the joint lab.
A membrane demonstrator will be available to show the installation of ceramic membranes in process plants and the spectrum of ceramic membrane shapes.
Day 2

Fundamentals of membrane technology – basic principles, terminology, benefits
Membrane materials and construction principles, mass transfer and separation mechanism and advantages and disadvantages
Fundamentals of inorganic membranes – preparation and characteristics
Mixed-matrix-membranes
Membrane processes, application and case studies with inorganic and mixed-matrix-membranes in
Liquid filtration (micro, ultra and nano filtration)
Pervaporation/vapor permeation
Membrane distillation and extraction
Gas separation
Introduction of IKTS technologies and the joint lab @ECU campus

Fee waivers available for industry partners, please contact p.roach@ecu.edu.au for details

Reimbursement Ready: What Every Medtech Innovator Needs to Know
2025-11-13 09:00 - 10:00 | online, Australia
Learn how to turn your great idea into a profitable product in this exciting seminar and Q&A from the VMH and the MTAA.

Turning a great medtech idea into a successful, funded product is one of the hardest parts of innovation. This session will help you understand how reimbursement works – and what you can do early to give your technology the best chance of success.
Join Paul Dale, Director of Policy (Reimbursement) at the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA), for a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of Australia’s leading experts in medtech reimbursement.
Paul will provide an overview of how the reimbursement system works, what payers look for, and how early planning supports commercial success.
This free, online event will be held on Wednesday 13 November 2025, 12:00–1:00 PM AEDT, via Zoom.
Who should attend
Ideal for medtech innovators, startups, researchers, and health professionals seeking a clearer understanding of how reimbursement fits into product development and market strategy.
About the series
The VMH Medtech Skills Spotlight Series brings together industry and academic experts to explore essential skills for success in medtech – from regulation and manufacturing to business models and market access.

Webinar: 2025 ARENA LCA Guidelines for Bioenergy Projects
2025-11-13 11:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
This session is designed for current and future ARENA project recipient, as well as anyone in the bioenergy sector interested in the latest LCA developments and requirements.
The author and reviewed of the updated guidelines, from Lifecycles and Edge Impact, will be joining this event to walk through the key changes, share their insights, and answer your questions directly.
The 2025 ‘ARENA LCA Guidelines for Bioenergy Projects’ offers an updated and comprehensive framework for assessing the environmental impacts of bioenergy projects in Australia. Developed to support ARENA-funded projects, these guidelines ensure that life cycle assessments (LCAs) are robust, transparent, and aligned with both internal best practice and Australia’s unique context.

Subsea Energy Australia Supplier Showcase
2025-11-13 11:30 - 20:00 | Mill Green, 5 Mill Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join on the exhibition floor where SEA Members will be showcasing the innovative products and services they have to offer.
This year there will also be talks covering various areas across the industry throughout the afternoon.
Join this evening of networking & conversations following a day showcasing our members products and services. Everyone is welcome to this sundowner.

MRIWA TECH TALKS: Enhanced Orebody Characterisation
2025-11-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Long Neck Brewery, 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, WA, Australia
MRIWA invites you to their monthly tech talks discussing the intricate processes and findings of our recently completed projects with a chance to question the researchers face to face.
The Orebody Knowledge: Landscape History and Mineralisation of Martite–Goethite Ores in the Hamersley Province (MRIWA Project M0557) investigates the geological evolution and mineralisation processes of iron ore deposits in one of Western Australia’s most productive mining regions. This multidisciplinary study, supported by industry partners and research institutions, applied advanced analytical techniques to characterise ore deposits and trace their formation history. The project revealed how landscape evolution influences mineralisation, offering insights to improve exploration targeting and extraction efficiency.
By enhancing orebody knowledge, the research supports better decision-making in mining and processing, helping maintain the Hamersley Province’s long-term viability. These findings contribute to Western Australia’s economic resilience and global competitiveness in iron ore production.

Industry Inner Join v15 - Data Platforms of Perth
2025-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
This event will shine a spotlight on Snowflake, Databricks and Microsoft Fabric.
There will be speakers from each vendor taking attendees under the hood for their platform. They will share a 20-minute overview covering key features and where to learn more.
This is for educational purposes. It is not a discussion about which platform is better or worse.
The aim is for Joiners to come away for an understanding of each.
Data Platforms of Perth

Omar Hafez @ Snowflake
Jack Freeman @ Databricks
Sergio Zenatti Filho @ Microsoft

WA Sports Innovation Update & Insights
2025-11-13 17:00 - 19:30 | SportWest, SportHQ, 203 Underwood Avenue, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Join us for an engaging session on the latest developments in Western Australia’s sports innovation ecosystem, featuring key industry leaders and changemakers.
Update: ASTN WA – What’s Next?
Craig Hill – Co-Founder, ASTN
Craig will provide an update on upcoming ASTN programs and events, as well as outline future opportunities to get involved in the growing sports innovation ecosystem in Western Australia.
Presentation: A Sports Executive’s Perspective on the impact of technology and innovation on sport
Troy Kirkham – CEO, SportWest
As the CEO of SportWest, the peak body for sport in WA, Troy will share his insights on how technology and innovation are shaping the future of sport. He’ll reflect on current trends and offer his perspective on where the industry is heading.
Q&A: The journey of building a world-class fitness technology
Jon Gregory – Founder, Vitruvian (Exited)
Hear the remarkable journey of building Vitruvian, one of the world’s most advanced smart fitness platforms, founded in Perth. Jon will discuss raising over $40 million through the COVID era, navigating the challenges of scaling a tech company globally, and what it takes to succeed in the sports tech space.
Your Say: Community Showcase
As always, we will finish with an open floor—giving attendees the chance to share updates, projects, or opportunities in the WA sports innovation space.
This event is made possible by Meshpoints, powered by Spacecubed, an initiative designed to build a stronger culture of entrepreneurship and innovation in WA.

The History of Energy in WA - Looking Back to Move Forward
2025-11-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000, Australia
Join Women in Energy – Perth and GenusPlus Group for an engaging panel event that celebrates leadership, collaboration, and the evolution of energy sector in Western Australia.
Hear insights and stories from industry leaders who have helped define WA’s energy sector. Explore the intersection of history, innovation and future opportunity.
Enjoy networking, drinks, and conversation with peers and senior professionals across the energy community.

AI-CON: Artificial Intelligence Conference
2025-11-14 07:30 - 16:40 | Esplanade Hotel, 46-54 Marine Terrace, Fremantle WA, 6160, Australia
Join AI-Con – the South West’s first AI conference. Learn the AI business secrets from Canva, Microsoft and HubSpot and many more….
This event is possible thanks to an econcomic development grant received from the City of Busselton and support from sponsors at NBN Australia and the Regional Tech Hub.
The day includes 10 AI expert talks, 3 AI panels sessions, two of the sessions are practical and there are lots of networking opportunities. Take home AI strategies, ideas and tools to grow your business and career.
Learn more and register: Artificial Intelligence Conference

GSWA Open Day 2025
2025-11-14 09:00 - 18:00 | The Ritz Carlton, 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Step into a new era of exploration at GSWA Open Day 2025.
Now part of the Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE), GSWA Open Day 2025 is a milestone event in this exciting new chapter for Western Australian geoscience.
Join for a day of knowledge-sharing, discovery and connection. You will hear updates on major programs and ongoing projects and how they deliver real outcomes for WA. A future-focused panel discussion will explore data governance and AI in exploration, and you’ll have the opportunity to get hands-on with future data portals.
With plenty of time for Q&As and networking, this event is all about sharing ideas, showcasing impact and strengthening ties across government, industry and community.
Visit dmpe.wa.gov.au/opendays for more information.
Register before 7 November

WA Defence Industry 2025 Gala Dinner
2025-11-14 17:45 - 23:30 | Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Western Australia, 6100, Australia
The WA Defence Industry Gala Dinner celebrates the strength, resilience, and capability of Western Australia’s Defence Industry – with a special focus on our vibrant local SME community and the dedicated service of the Australian Defence Force.
Proudly hosted by the Henderson Alliance and the AIDN this signature event brings together industry leaders, government, primes, and SMEs for an evening of networking, recognition, and celebration.
The evening will also host the annual Awards Presentation:

Minister’s Award for Excellence in Defence Industry (SME)
Minister’s Award for Services to Defence Industry (Individual)

Fraunhofer IKTS-ECU short course on ceramic technologies for industry-Bunbury
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-18 | ECU Bunbury, 585 Robertson Dr, Bunbury, WA, 6230, Australia
This 2-day program aims to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge about the fundamentals of inorganic membranes, membrane processes and membrane plants. Selected applications will be discussed and results of case studies presented.
Gain working knowledge, case-study insights, a close look at the membrane demonstrator and module designs and an optional one-to-one collaboration meeting with Fraunhofer IKTS and ECU.
Day 1

Fundamentals of membrane technology – basic principles, terminology, benefits
Membrane materials and construction principles, mass transfer and separation mechanism and advantages and disadvantages
Fundamentals of inorganic membranes – preparation and characteristics
Mixed-matrix-membranes
Membrane processes, application and case studies with inorganic and mixed-matrix-membranes in
Liquid filtration (micro, ultra and nano filtration)
Pervaporation/vapor permeation
Membrane distillation and extraction
Gas separation
Introduction of IKTS technologies and the joint lab @ECU campus

Day 2
One-to-one meetings for discussion on cooperation models with Fraunhofer IKTS and joint projects at the joint lab A membrane demonstrator will be available to show the installation of ceramic membranes in process plants and the spectrum of ceramic membrane shapes.
Price: $200 (fee waivers available for industry partners, please contact p.roach@ecu.edu.au for details)

Webinar: Building the Future Blue Economy Workforce
2025-11-17 14:00 - 15:30 | online, Australia
This webinar explores how the Blue Economy CRC is preparing the next generation of researchers for a rapidly changing, technology-driven world. It draws on findings from the Graduate Attributes Project—a multi-year study examining how CRC-affiliated PhD students are developing the skills, mindsets, and adaptability required for success across academia and industry.
The session will highlight how graduate attributes such as creativity, collaboration, resilience, and systems thinking are cultivated through CRC research training that connects academia, industry, and community. It aims to spark conversation on how we can further strengthen employability and professional capability among CRC PhD candidates.
Register here: Webinar: Building the Future Blue Economy Workforce

Premier’s Science Awards ceremony
2025-11-17 18:30 - 21:30 | online, Australia
The Premier’s Science Awards 2025 are sponsored by gold sponsors Shell, Woodside and BioCina; silver sponsor DUG; and bronze sponsors, CSIRO, Fogarty Foundation, Orthocell, and Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre.
The Awards are also supported by sector sponsor Telethon Kids Institute; community partners Scitech and the Western Australian Museum; media partner The West Australian; and university partners Curtin University, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University and The University of Western Australia.

Founder Wellbeing with Kay Foss
2025-11-18 07:00 - 10:00 | Lawson Flats, 4 Sherwood Court, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Running a business for good can be deeply rewarding – but also incredibly demanding. While social enterprises aren’t frontline services, their work often means supporting people in crisis or tackling complex social challenges, all while juggling the day-to-day realities of running a business. It’s meaningful work – but it can also be exhausting. Balancing care, impact, and commercial sustainability takes a real emotional toll.
Join WASEC (WA Social Enterprise Council) for a morning of connection and conversation at their Founder Wellbeing Breakfast, designed to help you recharge and reflect.
Get your tickets here: Founder Wellbeing with Kay Foss

State of AI in WA Schools Forum
2025-11-18 09:00 - 2025-11-19 16:00 | Curtin University, Australia
Are you a teacher or school leader interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Join this dynamic two-day forum exploring the role of AI in Western Australian schools.
Hosted by the Fogarty Foundation and the Beyond Boundaries Institute (BBI), this event brings together teachers, school leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to share insights, ask big questions, and collaboratively shape how AI can support teaching, learning, and leadership in our schools.
Register here: https://fogartyfoundation.org.au/state-of-ai-in-schools-wa-forum

Innovation & Investment Workshops
2025-11-18 14:00 - 17:15 | Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 15 Stirling Street, Bunbury, Western Australia, 6230, Australia
Calling all entrepreneurs, startup founders, small businesses, investors, and innovators! Don’t miss these exciting events on Tuesday 18 November.
Tuesday 18 Nov @ Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce
💡 Innovation & Investment Workshops

2-3.30pm Investing in Early Stage Ventures ~ What, Why, How- What is early-stage or angel investment, why do people do it, and how do you go about it
3.45-5.15pm Get Investment Ready – Tips on types of investment, how to get investment ready, types of pitches and how to structure your pitch

REGISTER HERE: Innovation & Investment Workshops

There is also a networking event featuring exciting startup pitches following these workshops which you can register for here: Innovation Ignite After Hours
You are welcome to attend 1, 2 or all of these 3 free events so don’t miss this opportunity to spark new ideas and connections!

Innovation Ignite After Hours
2025-11-18 17:30 - 19:30 | The Old Lyric, 73 Victoria Street, Bunbury, WA, 6230, Australia
Calling all entrepreneurs, startup founders, small businesses, investors, and innovators! Don’t miss these exciting events on Tuesday 18 November.
Tuesday 18 Nov – 5.30pm @ The Old Lyric
🌟 Innovation Ignite After Hours
A fun, social event featuring exciting startup pitches with an audience vote, plus networking, food and welcome drink. Connect with the local South West innovation and business community with thanks to the support of the South West Development Commission.
REGISTER HERE: Innovation Ignite After Hours

There are also workshops prior to this networking event which you can register for here: Innovation & Investment Workshops
You are welcome to attend 1, 2 or all of these 3 free events so don’t miss this opportunity to spark new ideas and connections!

From Scrappy to Scalable: Fractional Finance Smarts for Startups
2025-11-19 07:30 - 09:00 | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
Presented by: Tim Whyte, Tim Macpherson
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.
Most startups outgrow their tax and accounting firm before they realise it. By the time they do, they’re scrambling. Wondering if they nee…

MedTech Innovator APAC 2026 - Information Session
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00 | online, Australia
MedTech Innovator Asia Pacific’s upcoming 2026 program supports startups operating within the medical device, diagnostic, or digital health verticals. They should have their headquarters in the APAC region or demonstrate a strategic interest in the APAC market. The program is open to startups at any stage of development.
Learn more about the program by joining their upcoming information session (Australia focused)

Higher Education Summit: Fit for Purpose? The Future of Governance, Regulation and Impact of the Australian Higher Education Sector
2025-11-20 08:00 - 17:30 | Fox Lecture Theatre, UWA, Crawley, Australia
Australia’s higher education sector stands at a critical juncture. One shaped by enduring constitutional tensions embedded within our federated system. Historically, universities have operated under a delicate balance between Commonwealth funding and oversight, and state-based legislative and regulatory frameworks. Recent landmark initiative including the Australian Universities Accord, the formation of Jobs and Skills Australia, the establishment of the Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC), and changes to student migration policy have amplified these inherent complexities, reshaping the governance and operation of universities nationwide.
The Universities Accord and ATEC, driven by Commonwealth policy, seeks to redefine the core purpose, funding structure, and accountability measures of universities, challenging traditional state roles and increasing the Commonwealth’s influence. Concurrently, tightened student migration restrictions create additional resourcing pressures, compelling universities to reconsider their recruitment strategies, internationalisation approaches, and long-term sustainability.
These developments provoke critical policy questions: How can governance arrangements be clarified to enhance institutional autonomy while ensuring accountability to national priorities? To what extent does constitutional considerations limit or enable sector-wide innovation and reform? And importantly, how can policy coordination between Commonwealth and state governments be strengthened to better support universities?
Join senior education executives, policy leaders, constitutional experts, and leading academics to navigate these questions, and explore practical policy pathways for a resilient, effective, and purpose-driven Australian higher education system.
Register here: Higher Education Summit: Fit for Purpose? The Future of Governance, Regulation and Impact of the Australian Higher Education Sector

WA Housing Innovation Fund Information Session
2025-11-20 11:00 - 12:00 | online, Australia
The HIF supports local industry to develop and scale up innovative building methods, technologies, and manufacturing solutions — including modular and prefabricated housing — to help deliver homes faster, more sustainably, and more affordably.
This session will provide an overview of the program’s objectives, eligibility criteria, and application process. Participants will also be given the opportunity to ask questions and explore how the Fund can support their organisation in advancing innovative housing solutions.

National Research Infrastructure (NRI) Roundtable
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | online, Australia
Learn what Australia’s National Research Infrastructure (NRI) is, how it fits together, why it matters, the scope of the program and how the consultation could shape Australia’s research system.
Key themes from the issues paper and tips for preparing evidence-based submissions will also be shared. NRI underpins world-class science, industry innovation, and sovereign capability. With the federal government consulting on the 2026 NRI Roadmap Issues Paper, now is a great time to come together.
This session is great for researchers, managers, infrastructure leaders and policy teams who want to better understand NRI and contribute to the consultation – don’t miss this chance to be informed and help shape Australia’s research future!

Green Iron and Mineral Processing Decarbonisation
2025-11-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Brookfield Place – Tower 2, 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
This panel event with extensively experienced speakers will be presenting on their particular experience and projects within mineral process decarbonisation.
With broad commodity backgrounds and a variety of project involvements, the speakers will provide fascinating insight into Australia’s mining decarbonisation journey.
After the presentations there will be a moderator led Q&A session followed by networking opportunities.

Social Enterprise Day - WASEC Sundowner
2025-11-20 17:30 - 21:00 | The Rechabite, 224 William Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join Western Australia’s growing business-for-good community for an evening that’s equal parts networking, inspiration, and purpose.
This WASEC Sundowner brings together social enterprise founders, partners, and supporters from across the state to connect, share wins, and spark new opportunities for collaboration. Expect real conversations, practical connections, and a genuine sense of what’s happening across WA’s impact economy.
https://events.humanitix.com/social-enterprise-day-wasec-sundowner

Grill The Marketer
2025-11-20 17:30 - 22:00 | The Court, 50 Beaufort Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Grill The Marketer, in partnership with the Australian Marketing Institute welcomes all marketers, business owners and managers, and marketing students – if you have marketing questions, come and ask them. Don’t have a specific question – but you want to chat marketing with people who LOVE to talk about marketing? Great! Come along.
These two champions are on the panel for the final installment of 2025:

Leigh Wood – Design Director of Nani Creative, PADC Co-President, Brand Lead WAMA
Tess Palmyre – Founder of Brandable, DEI Lead at WAMA

Register and learn more here: https://events.humanitix.com/grill-the-marketer-2025

Female Founders Pitch Night
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:30 | The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth, WA 6000 Australia, Perth, Australia, 6000, Australia
Join for the upcoming WAE x EIR Female Founders Pitch Night, sponsored by the City of Perth. This event showcases the incredible ingenuity and ambition of female-led ventures in Western Australia.
You’ll hear from six female founders, who aren’t just seeking funding; they are seeking the mentors, strategic partners and key introductions that that will help them reach their next milestone and accelerate growth.
Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/female-founders-pitch-night-2025

National AI & Cybersecurity Leadership Summit 2025
2025-11-21 08:00 - 17:00 | State Reception Centre, 60 Fraser Ave, Kings Park, Western Australia, 6005, Australia
The National AI & Cybersecurity Leadership Summit 2025 is a one-day, high-level forum designed for Australia’s senior decision-makers — including Board Directors, Chairs, CXOs, policymakers, and executives across all sectors.
As artificial intelligence becomes a driver of productivity and cyber threats grow more sophisticated, leaders face urgent questions about governance, ethics, risk, and national capability. This summit addresses these challenges head-on, exploring how AI and cybersecurity can be integrated strategically, ethically, and securely into the leadership agenda.
Key Themes

Strategic governance of AI and cybersecurity
Trust, ethics, and reputational risk
Workforce capability and digital maturity
Sovereignty, infrastructure, and national resilience
Cross-sector collaboration and secure innovation

Panel Discussions

Leading with Confidence – AI & Cybersecurity as Strategic Boardroom Priorities
Trust, Ethics and Accountability – Governing AI in the Age of Public Scrutiny
The New Digital Risk Landscape – AI Vulnerabilities, Cyber Threats and Organisational Exposure
From Innovation to Impact – Realising Strategic Value from Secure AI Adoption
Securing the Future Workforce – Leadership in Skills, Culture and Cyber Awareness
Sovereignty and Strategy – Executive Leadership in a Geopolitical Tech Era

5th International Conference on Accounting, Auditing and Finance ICAAF 2025
2025-11-24 08:00 - 2025-11-26 17:00 | The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Conference Topic
Financial Reporting Innovation and Risk Management in the Digital Economy
ICAAF 2025 is sponsored by University of Western Australia. It serves as a beacon for leading scholars, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of accounting, auditing, and finance, offering a premier platform for the exchange of cutting-edge insights, innovative research, and practical solutions. This conference represents a convergence of minds, where interdisciplinary dialogue thrives and collaborative networks flourish.
At ICAAF 2025, participants will embark on a journey of exploration, delving into the latest advancements, emerging trends, and pressing challenges within the dynamic landscapes of accounting, auditing, and finance. Through a rich tapestry of keynote speeches, paper presentations, and posters, attendees will gain invaluable perspectives, forging new pathways for academic inquiry and professional development.
