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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260303T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating the grants landscape - strategies for success
DESCRIPTION:Join RSM Australia for practical insights on government funding\, highlighting where grants can best support innovation\, growth\, and successful applications across the METS sector. \nEdward Day\, Senior Manager – Government Grants\, RSM Australia\, will walk through an introduction to the government funding landscape\, helping the audience to understand how it support their objectives\, what it is suited to and where it is not. He will articulate the mindset needed to be successful and provide a high-level horizon scan of current and relevant funding opportunities across the METS sector value chain from supporting researchers and innovators developing\, commercialising and scaling new technologies to large industrial emitters seeking to implement these at scale. \n Participants will leave with actionable insights and strategies for successful funding applications based around real-world examples.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/webinar-navigating-the-grants-landscape-strategies-for-success/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260304T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
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SUMMARY:CORE Innovation Hub Community Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join CORE Innovation Hub for a coffee and a chat and meet the local Perth energy and mining ecosystem.\nCommunity 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.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/core-innovation-hub-community-coffee-59/
LOCATION:CORE Innovation Hub\, 191 St. Georges Terrrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260304T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260304T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
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SUMMARY:Fortescue Smart Mining Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Austmine on Wednesday\, 4 March for  their exciting Smart Mining Networking Event in Perth. \nHear from Tijana La Bianca\, Group Manager Green Metal of Fortescue as she shares her insights and expertise on Pilbara 2.0 From Iron Ore to Green Iron with attendees. \nThis event is the perfect opportunity for industry professionals to connect and build new relationships\, while also gaining valuable insights from one of the industry’s leading experts.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fortescue-smart-mining-networking-event/
LOCATION:The Westin\, 4480 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260305T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260305T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260302T062202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T062202Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop (online only): Accelerating Development of Australia's Rare Earth Resources
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to an upcoming workshop ran by the Australian Critical Minerals Research and Development Hub\, for which will detail the outcomes of the Accelerating Development of Australia’s Rare Earth Resources (ADARER) project – a collaboration between Australia’s leading federal science agencies; the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO)\, Geoscience Australia (GA)\, and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO).
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/workshop-online-only-accelerating-development-of-australias-rare-earth-resources/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260309T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260309T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260118T031823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T031823Z
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SUMMARY:MRIWA Research Showcase 2026
DESCRIPTION:This event will showcase cutting-edge research and emerging applications of AI and machine learning across the mining and minerals sectors\, highlighting their role in shaping a sustainable future. Explore current innovations\, future possibilities\, and the associated risks and opportunities—fostering a shared vision for strategic research and collaboration. \nFrom smarter exploration to predictive maintenance and sustainability breakthroughs\, discover how technology is transforming resources. Network with leading researchers\, innovators\, and industry experts driving the next era of mining innovation. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/mriwa-research-showcase-2026/
LOCATION:Beaumonde On The Point\, 306 Riverside Drive\, East Perth\, WA\, 6004\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260310T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260222T032142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T032142Z
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SUMMARY:UNSW Perth Alumni Talks | The Future of Mining
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow alumni in Perth for an exclusive thought leadership event featuring Professor Serkan Saydam\, Chair of Mining Engineering at UNSW Sydney and Director of the UNSW ARC Research Hub for Next Generation Mining Methods (NextGenMIN).  \nProfessor Sadam will explore how the industry must shift from simply adopting new technologies to creating new knowledge\, integrating advanced technology and human capital to design mining systems designed for: \n\nZero waste\nZero (net) emissions\nZero (human) entry\nImproved safety\, productivity and efficiency
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/unsw-perth-alumni-talks-the-future-of-mining/
LOCATION:PwC\, 125 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260318T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260307T064844Z
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SUMMARY:Maximising Australian Critical Minerals R&D Potential through Targeted Collaboration – Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Australia sits at the centre of a global race to secure\, process and value‑add critical minerals\, but real success depends on how effectively industry\, research organisations and government work together. \nThis panel brings together national leaders shaping that collaborative landscape to explore how Australia can accelerate innovation\, strengthen sovereign capability\, and unlock the full potential of its critical minerals sector. \nJoin Dr Chris Vernon (CSIRO)\, Dr Neville Plint (Mining3 and Critical Metals for Critical Industries | CMCI CRC)\, Rohan McDougall (Curtin University Trailblazer)\, Dr Karin Soldenhoff (ANSTO)\, and Lucy O’Connor (Manager\, Australian Critical Minerals R&D Hub) as they unpack emerging opportunities\, technical challenges\, and the strategic partnerships required to position Australia as a global leader along the entire critical minerals value chain. \nExpect sharp insights\, real‑world experience\, and a forward‑looking discussion on the collaborations that will define Australia’s next decade of critical minerals growth. \nRegister here: Maximising Australian Critical Minerals R&D Potential through Targeted Collaboration – Panel Discussion
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/maximising-australian-critical-minerals-rd-potential-through-targeted-collaboration-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260320T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260320T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260103T020414Z
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SUMMARY:WASMA Resources Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:The WA School of Mines Alumni (WASMA) will be hosting its second Resources Leadership Summit on Friday 20 March 2026 at the Westin Perth. \nThe Summit will focus on four key themes essential for leadership in the resources sector: \n\nBe Creative: Embrace innovative thinking to solve complex problems and drive progress.\nBe Adaptive: Develop the agility to navigate and thrive amidst industry changes and uncertainties.\nBe Resilient: Build the mental and emotional strength to endure and overcome challenges.\nBe a Titan: Lead with authority\, empathy\, vision and confidence to inspire and drive your team forward.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wasma-resources-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:The Westin\, 4480 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260325T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260325T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260308T025733Z
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SUMMARY:CORE Connect - Perth - March
DESCRIPTION:CORE Connect is where Perth’s innovators\, founders\, operators and industry leaders come together to shape the future of mining\, energy and resources. \nFrom emerging technologies and commercialisation pathways to capital\, capability and collaboration\, CORE Connect focuses on the practical realities of building and scaling solutions in the resources sector. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/core-connect-perth-march/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260315T083139Z
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SUMMARY:WA Major Projects Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s largest major projects & infrastructure conference attracting over 150 delegates each year. Topics covered – Transport\, housing\, health\, energy & water.\nWestern Australia’s financial position remains exceptionally strong\, with an unprecedented $38 billion infrastructure program rolling out over the next four years. This investment is transforming the state through major projects in transport\, energy\, housing\, mining\, regional development\, and economic diversification. \nAgainst this backdrop\, the WA Major Projects Conference returns in March 2026 for two dynamic days of discussion and collaboration. The conference will provide a comprehensive overview of ongoing and upcoming projects across the state\, while offering a high-level platform to explore WA’s infrastructure pipeline\, challenges\, and opportunities. \nJoin us and connect with key decision-makers\, gain valuable insights\, and be part of shaping the future of Western Australia’s infrastructure landscape.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-major-projects-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260330T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260330T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260315T081634Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Graphite Research and Development Grant
DESCRIPTION:The Graphite Research and Development Grant provides Australian small to medium enterprises SMEs with funding and access to CSIRO experts on collaborative R&D projects. \nThis initiative will support development of a sustainable graphite industry in Australia\, which is essential to meeting the growing global demand for battery anode materials. Australia is positioned to become a key supplier to the USA and other global markets by capitalising on its natural graphite deposits. This program supports R&D in areas like alternative feedstocks\, efficient recycling methods\, and purification techniques\, contributing to a cleaner\, more sustainable graphite production process.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-graphite-research-and-development-grant/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260330T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T115545
CREATED:20260211T063336Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Mine Beyond Operations
DESCRIPTION:The mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation\, driven by automation\, digital systems\, AI and sustainability. The Mining Innovation Across the Lifecyle webinar series will dive into the mining lifecycle – from smarter exploration techniques to digital mine planning\, intelligent operations\, advanced processing\, and mine closure. \nJoin Austmine on Monday 30 March as we continue the series with The Mine Beyond Operations. This webinar will showcase the latest technologies and strategies for cost-effective rehabilitation\, circular economy opportunities\, and the future of post-mining land use. \nWebinar Details: Monday 30 March 2026 | 2:00PM AEDT
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/webinar-the-mine-beyond-operations/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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