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1 event,Venture UWA's 5-month incubator (for UWA alumni/students) - VentureUp is for early stage startup founders, with ideas/businesses, who want to convert these into a real business. Eligible? If you are a UWA student or alumni, and have a business/startup idea or startup, and would like some mentorship, $7,500 equity free grant, expert-led workshops, connections... to run […]
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4 events,The STEM Engagement Sponsorship program aims to strengthen Western Australia’s (WA) STEM capabilities to drive the State’s technological future and create local job opportunities. From robotics and artificial intelligence to clean energy and advanced manufacturing, STEM skills are essential to driving innovation and economic growth. Applicants may apply for up to $30,000 to support initiatives […]
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Navigating Research Funding Opportunities Explore the funding landscape with expert guidance. Understand pathways, eligibility considerations, and how to position your research for success across a range of funding options. The Foundation Skills online workshop series has been designed to give researchers from all types of research organisations a practical, confidence-building introduction to key skills that […]
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This marks CERI's inaugural meetup for 2026, uniting kindred spirits hungry to push boundaries, shake up norms, and leave a mark on the world. Expect lively discussions, shared insights, and a sprinkle of laughter as we learn together in a way that's not just educational but downright enjoyable. The first book featured will be For […] |
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Y Combinator is widely regarded as the world’s leading startup accelerator. If you’re an Aussie founder considering an application, join 77 Partners for a practical, no-fluff AMA on what YC looks for, how to craft a standout application, and how to make the most of the program. Hosted by our Venture Partner Yotam Rosenbaum (YC […]
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This one day interactive workshop will provide networking opportunities for innovators in the Agtech sector, exploring industry challenges, identifying target customers, refining value propositions, and validating ideas. Topics Covered: Agtech sector challenges and opportunities Target customers across the ag industry value chain Value propositions for agricultural end users Validation strategies tailored for ag industry stakeholders […]
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Do you have a passion for aerial drone technology? Join decision makers, pilots, researchers, drone builders, and ReOCs for an exciting event as we explore WA's upcoming developments in aerial drone technology. This event brings together industry professionals, technology developers, and aspiring enthusiasts from across WA to connect, share the latest developments, and discuss real-world […] |
10 events,The R&D tax incentive program is the Australian Government's most significant lever for funding innovation and R&D. It plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation's economic future and bolstering Australia's global competitiveness. The program encourages companies of all sizes to undertake R&D activities they might not otherwise. Learn more here
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The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's 2026 WA Export Roundtable Breakfast Series is a four‑part program aimed at providing Western Australian businesses with practical, strategic and experience‑led insights into global export environments. Exclusive to agrifood and beverage businesses, the Roundtables offer a rare opportunity to engage directly with peers and experienced exporters. Each […] HARVEST is designed to accelerate the growth of your innovative startup by giving you expert guidance, deep industry insights, critical tools, and strategic connections. Heading into its ninth year, HARVEST has supported over 90 businesses. The program is valued at over $10,000 and is FREE for successful applicants. Apply by 30 April 2026 |
3 events,The Australian Academy of Science’s honorific awards recognise outstanding contributions to the advancement of science, from researchers early in their careers to those with a lifetime of achievements. Nominations for the 2027 honorific awards close 1 May 2026. Learn more and apply here: https://science.org.au/our-work/awards-grants-programs/how-nominate-scientist-academys-honorific-awards
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Innovation Shed is a hands-on learning session for early-stage Perth Innovators, from idea stage through to pre-revenue businesses. Work directly on your idea alongside experienced mentors across six skill stations: Strategy & Validation, Product Development, Financial Planning, Marketing & Growth, and Innovator Wellbeing & Leadership. Less theory, more doing, leave with real progress on your […]
$79
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The 2026 40under40 Awards is Western Australia’s pre-eminent program that recognises and celebrates the state’s leading entrepreneurs, innovators, and future business leaders under the age of 40. Each year, one exceptional individual is selected from the 40 winners as the First Amongst Equals.
$325
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Quantum Australia offers international delegations a curated engagement program providing direct access to the country’s quantum ecosystem. The program connects delegates with Australian quantum technology companies, research institutions, universities, and local industry end users that are exploring or adopting quantum technologies across priority sectors.
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Join for Brew Hub and Connect at the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct. This morning tea style event is a great opportunity to meet and connect with AARP users the broader robotics innovation ecosystem.
FREE
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The rapid evolution of technology means digital health research is advancing fast. But too often, it struggles to translate into real-world impact – falling flat in practice. What does industry need from researchers to make their discoveries work? Bringing together healthcare leaders with experience across R&D and implementation, this webinar will reveal: what industry looks […] |
7 events,ALTA is a world-class annual mining and metallurgical processing conference, and a leading platform for innovation. ALTA conferences are well-known for providing exceptional opportunities to share ideas and develop new connections. The carefully crafted program is practically oriented rather than academic, and the themes running through the conference reflect key current and developing technology trends. […]
$1000 – $3200
At GRX26, mining operators, METS innovators, engineers and constructors, processing and logistics specialists, government, research institutions, and global partners come together to share what's working, challenge what isn't, and commit to the collaborations that will shape our sector's future. This isn't just where Australia's resources advantage is discussed—it's where it's activated.
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Thinking about applying for the Plus Eight Accelerator? This is your chance to gain real insight before you do. Join us for a special edition of our monthly Breakfast Club as we welcome Jason Waller, CEO of Kaizen West, who are investors and a key partner in the Plus Eight Accelerator, for an open and […]
Free – $10
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Quantum is moving fast and it's already creating real opportunities for Australian businesses. This event unpacks what's real and what's coming next. Quantum is at the same stage AI was a decade ago, quietly moving from research labs into real world tools. This event helps industry understand what's real, what's hype, and where the near term […]
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The focus for this workshop includes changes to the program and the application process: - About the Awards - Eligibility Criteria - Categories - Application Portal - Application Preview and Walk through - Q&A. |
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In this talk, Aidan Morgan will draw on twelve months of hands-on experimentation with agentic engineering teams assembled for an AI-first delivery model. He’ll introduce a mental model for AI-first delivery, share how he’s using deterministic tooling to create fast, automated backpressure to keep agents on track, and challenge some long-held assumptions about software delivery. […]
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From Drones to Decisions — How Women are Shaping Resources Technology Dr Catherine Ball — Scientific Futurist, Author & Founder From tracking turtles off Western Australia’s coastline to advising on the future of autonomous mining, Dr Catherine Ball has witnessed firsthand how technology is transforming industries. In this keynote, Catherine will explore how drones, AI, […] The Carbon Capture Technologies Program – Round 2 provides organisations with up to $10 million to reduce Australia’s emissions. The Carbon Capture Technologies Program aims to accelerate the research, development and demonstration of novel and emerging carbon management technologies to address Australia’s hard-to-abate emissions and residual emissions. Grants will be offered to pilot and demonstration […] |
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Rural Innovations Changing Healthcare (RICH) is an online forum linking rural health service providers, consumers and stakeholders to share experiences and explore innovative, rural models of care which have potential for broader implementation. The theme for RICH 2026 is Innovation with purpose: Transforming rural health for lasting value and impact. Attendees will: learn about local health innovations […]
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Regional business owners and entrepreneurs face significant challenges of long hours, high stress and isolation, putting both their wellbeing and ventures at risk. Join us to: Explore real challenges in the regional business ecosystem | Share insights and experiences | Build practical, fundable ideas | Collaborate with others passionate about change Who Should Attend: Regional […]
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You’re invited to an evening of bold ideas, local innovation, and next-generation entrepreneurship. The latest cohort of founders from the Plus Eight City of Joondalup Pre-Accelerator take the stage to showcase their businesses and journey after six weeks of intensive mentoring, learning and growth. Over the course of the program, these founders have refined their […] |
1 event,The AI for Good Innovation Factory 2026 selects startups using AI/ML to advance UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing scalability, social impact, and technical innovation. Key Selection Criteria (2026): • Innovation & Uniqueness: The AI solution must offer a novel approach to a specific challenge. • Social Impact (SDGs): Direct alignment with UN Sustainable Development […] |
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1 event,Since 2010, the Australian Technologies Competition has created an alumni pool of more than 500 semi-finalists, many of whom have had significant international success. With a spotlight on innovation with global impact, the ATC offers entrants a gateway to invaluable connections with investors, mentors, and industry leaders. Companies can enter up to two categories across […] |
1 event,The Premier's Science Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in Western Australia. Winners will be announced at the Premier’s Science Awards ceremony later in the year. WA scientists, researchers, STEM tertiary students, lecturers, school, teachers, and STEM engagement providers are encouraged to apply.] There are 10 categories in the […] |
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Explore AUKUS opportunities and learn how SMEs can become defence ready and connect into supply chains at this industry breakfast. The MCCC are partnering with the City of Cockburn to deliver an AUKUS & Defence Industry Breakfast, bringing together government, international partners, and industry to explore the opportunities emerging from AUKUS and the growing role […]
$48.96
Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grants fund short-term industry-led collaborative research projects for up to 3 years. These are open to all sectors. As part of the AI Accelerator initiative, CRC-P round 19 includes up to $20 million for projects to help businesses and researchers across Australia accelerate AI development and commercialisation. Learn more about […]
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The event features both structured speed-networking (each person should meet 50+ people across the energy and mining industry over the evening) and unstructured free-flowing networking. With topics, trends and issues relevant to the many different groups in the region, the Professional Networking Institute (PNI) is partnering with other industry associations across the Energy and Mining […]
$101
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Shaping the GreenTech Hub's next challenge in low-impact construction materials Submit your EOI for the GreenTech Hub’s Ecosystem Workshop and help shape the direction of our next Innovation Challenge. Following the close of the GreenTech Hub's inaugural challenge The Long-Game: Solving Long-Duration Energy Storage, we invite the ecosystem to contribute to refining our next challenge: The Material […]
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Join Startmate’s Virtual Pitch Night to hear directly from founders coming out of our Launch Club program — 8 weeks of rapid validation, building, and iteration. From wherever you are, you’ll get a front-row seat to: Early-stage startups at the ground floor Founders testing bold ideas across industries A high-signal room of operators, investors, and […] |
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What does the energy transition look like on the ground? Join the Australian Institute of Energy (AIE) for a two-day immersive journey through Western Australia’s South West, exploring how food systems, communities, and energy infrastructure are evolving together — from regenerative agriculture and off-grid living to microgrids and industrial-scale decarbonisation.This is not a conference. It’s […]
$415
Join the 10th Plus Eight Accelerator cohort. Designed for founders ready to build and scale high growth startups, this six-month program provides access to seed funding, world-class mentorship, and international opportunities. Learn more and apply here |
4 events,ClimateLaunchpad will help you take the first steps to shape your green or sustainable idea into a business, build a plan, craft a compelling pitch, and turn early vision into real-world impact. Have a green business or idea you want to develop further? Then join our competition. You don’t need a business plan yet, early […] The Australian Agritech Awards recognise the people, companies and collaborations driving innovation, adoption and impact across Australia’s agricultural and food industries. The Gala brings together agritech founders, producers, investors, researchers, industry leaders and policymakers for an evening that acknowledges achievement and reflects the growing maturity of the sector. The award categories reflect the evolution of […] Administered by the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification, the Grant will support the scaleup and expansion of spaceport businesses in the State, increasing local space industry capability development and fostering a vibrant and sustainable space ecosystem in WA. A spaceport is a site equipped for launching, receiving, testing, or maintaining spacecraft and rockets. The […] |
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Join us for the inaugural Biodesign Innovation Summit, presented as part of Perth Biodesign's 10th-anniversary celebrations, marking a decade of impact in advancing healthcare innovation. Bringing together leaders from healthcare, investment, research, government, and the startup ecosystem, the Summit will offer a full day of keynotes, panels, and honest conversations exploring what’s working, what’s next, and what […]
$150 – $300
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Applications are open for the WASEC Social Impact Incubator 2026 - WA's only program of its kind. Six months of expert mentoring, practical tools, and a community of purpose-driven founders building businesses that make a real difference in WA. Apply by 18 May 2026 → wasec.org.au/incubator
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The evening will bring together national and international innovators, clinicians, academics and investors who have shaped, and continue to shape, the future of healthcare globally. Designed as both a celebration and a moment of connection, the Gala Dinner will offer a relaxed and elegant setting to engage with the Biodesign community and our national and […]
$300
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2 events,AusMedtech is Australia’s leading medtech conference, bringing together innovators, researchers, clinicians, investors and government partners to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of medtech.
$450
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Join our monthly cyber security leaders' forum to discuss critical challenges, share insights, and find collaborative solutions. Attention all CISOs, CTOs, cyber leaders, and managers! CyberConnect is a curated, executive-level series designed to bring leaders together to collaborate, tackle today’s most pressing cyber challenges, and exchange practical insights across sectors. Each month, we deep-dive into […] |
3 events,Cooperative Research Australia (CRA) is excited to be running its annual conference once again in 2026. The 2026 conference will bring together this industry-research community to explore the theme, National Growth, Global Reach. Join hundreds of other likeminded attendees in addressing critical matters surrounding research translation, utilisation and commercialisation, and innovation and industrial transformation, and […]
$260 – $2195
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You are invited to attend the 2026 Postgraduate Showcase. A group of outstanding postgraduate students from The University of Western Australia will present their research achievements in agriculture and related areas. This is a free event open to all interested members of the public, agriculture industry, and UWA staff and students. Afternoon tea provided and […]
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Powering Below: The Future of Subsea Energy Exploring the technologies, infrastructure and partnerships shaping the next era of offshore energy systems. As global energy systems evolve, the role of subsea infrastructure is becoming increasingly critical — from enabling offshore renewables to supporting the transition of traditional oil and gas operations. Join CORE Innovation Hub and […]
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Bots & Bevs is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other innovators, robotics thought leaders and business insiders working right across the robotics, automation and zero emissions sectors.
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Launchpad Showcase is where ideas stop being ideas and start becoming real. After months of building, testing, failing, iterating, and pitching, our Launchpad founders are taking the stage to showcase what they’ve built. You’ll hear from young entrepreneurs who have turned early concepts into real ventures, side hustles, and scalable startups. This is not a polished […] |
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The Medtech Masterclasses is a one-day, two-stream, high-impact program delivering practical, real-world insights across the entire medtech lifecycle. With more than 15 curated sessions, the program brings together experts and leaders from across the medtech ecosystem to help founders, startups, industry participants, and post-PhD researchers turn innovative ideas into clinical and commercial success. The program […]
$154 – $220
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Drawing from 25+ years of experience within the WA startup and innovation landscape, Charlie Gunningham will reflect on our ecosystem’s greatest successes while identifying the key areas where we can do better. Key Topics: WA’s startup scene from then to now: A reflection on where we started, an analysis of where we are now, and […]
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2 events,FALLING WALLS LAB IS COMING TO PERTH Which wall will your research break? Pitch your innovative idea in just three minutes, showcasing a breakthrough that positively impacts science and society. Deadline to Apply 25 May 2026
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The Oceans of Data Conference is a national, one-day event bringing together researchers, industry and government to explore how data-driven approaches are reshaping ocean science, engineering and decision-making across Australia’s marine and offshore sectors. Data-enabled advances in observation, modelling and analytics are transforming how we understand and work in the ocean environment. This conference provides […] |
3 events,The Indian Ocean Defence & Security (IODS) 2026 Conference and Exhibition is a strategically focused international defence and security event designed to facilitate high-level engagement on shared regional challenges, capability development, and sovereign industry growth. The three-day program features senior-level conferences and symposia, an international industry exhibition, delegation engagement, B2B networking, industry briefings, site visits, […]
$495
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Join MRIWA x WAMR for a dynamic networking brunch with Dr Ashley McGrath from CEOs for Equity, as she presents key findings from her groundbreaking PhD research into women’s participation and inclusion in Western Australia’s mining industry. Attendees will gain clear, evidence‑based insight into how operational systems, leadership practices and workforce design influence attraction, retention […]
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Join us for an easygoing networking event alongside IODS 2026, bringing together professionals from across the defence, marine and industrial ecosystem. Whether you are reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new ones, this is your chance to make the most of IODS while enjoying a great atmosphere with the Henderson Alliance community.
$25 – $75
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The Australian Financial Review Mining Summit 2026, presented by the Minerals Council of Australia. 📅 Wednesday 27 May 2026 📍 The Ritz-Carlton Perth The forum will bring together senior government officials and business to explore the opportunities and challenges of Australia’s mining and resources sectors. Attendees can expect to hear insights and advice across a […]
$1617 – $1815
Western Australia's (WA) Innovators of the Year awards program recognises local businesses, government entities and young people that have developed an outstanding innovative product, technology or service. Administered by the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification, the program has also raised the profile of WA’s innovation ecosystem, helped to spotlight local talent and supported the […] |
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10x10 is where people who care about social innovation come to connect, and this event is hosted by a committee of volunteers! Join on Thursday 28 May 2026 for a shark-tank style pitch and crowdfunding event to support three exceptional early-stage Non-profit Organisations (NFP) innovating to solve social challenges in WA. What is 10x10?: 10x10 […]
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Discover what it really takes to build impactful health tech at this upcoming event delivered by Matilda Health and the WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub. Featuring Joanna Morris, CEO and Co‑founder of Matilda Health, Dr Jackie Rabec, Co‑founder and CPO at ThinkMD.ai and first product hire/former head of product at Heidi Health (growing faster than Canva!), and […] |
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