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SUMMARY:Curtin University Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition Final 2026
DESCRIPTION:Attend the 3MT Competition Final at Curtin University and hear Curtin’s PhD students explain their impactful reseach … in just 3 minutes.\nThe Three Minute Thesis competition celebrates the exciting research conducted by Doctor of Philosophy and Masters by Research students. \n3MT cultivates students’ academic\, presentation\, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes\, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. \nThe 10 Curtin Finalists have advanced to the Final having finished top of their respective Faculty Heats. A Judging Panel will critique the presenters using criteria for comprehension and content\, and engagement and communication. Cash prizes await the top three judged competitors\, with the winner to represent Curtin Univesity at the Asia Pacific Final in September.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/curtin-university-three-minute-thesis-3mt-competition-final-2026/
LOCATION:TL Robertson Library\, Kent Street\, Bentley\, WA\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260818T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260818T190000
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SUMMARY:Spacecubed x CSIRO Perth Innovation Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening bringing together founders\, researchers\, investors and ecosystem leaders from across Western Australia.\nHosted by Spacecubed in partnership with CSIRO’s ON Innovation Program\, this Innovation Connect is designed to bring together the people\, ideas and opportunities that drive innovation – from early-stage research and discovery through to translation\, commercialisation and growth. \n​Hear from two founders on different pathways turning their ideas into real-world impact. Through honest reflections on the challenges\, opportunities and lessons learned\, you’ll gain valuable insights into navigating the journey from innovation to adoption\, venture creation and scale in WA. \n​The evening will also feature open 30-second pitches\, giving attendees the opportunity to share what they’re working on\, explore new ideas\, and connect with potential collaborators\, industry partners\, and supporters. \n​Whether you’re building a startup\, exploring research translation and commercialisation\, supporting innovation\, or simply curious about the ecosystem\, this event is for you. It is an opportunity to connect with someone new in WA’s buzzing innovation ecosystem\, to learn from diverse experiences\, and discover some of the programs and resources available to help WA innovators succeed. \nWhat to expect\n\nTwo founders sharing their stories from innovation to impact\n30-second open mic pitches from the audience\nNetworking with founders\, researchers\, investors\, industry and innovation support organisations\nOpportunities to connect across WA’s innovation ecosystem
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/spacecubed-x-csiro-perth-innovation-connect/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260726T082331Z
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SUMMARY:Pawsey Supercomputing Centre Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are part of a school group or a member of the public\, discover how advanced computing is helping researchers tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges. \nWhat to expect\n Welcome Session – Learn about Pawsey and the role of supercomputing in research and innovation \n Meet Setonix – Discover one of Australia’s most powerful supercomputers \n Visualisation Lab Tour – Experience immersive scientific visualisation and see data come to life \n Q&A Session – Ask questions about STEM\, research\, and future career opportunities \n\n\nOpen to anyone interested in science\, technology\, innovation\, and research.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pawsey-supercomputing-centre-open-day/
LOCATION:Pawsey Supercomputing Centre\, 1 Bryce Avenue\, Kensington\, Western Australia\, 6151\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260720T021522Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Superstars of STEM Program
DESCRIPTION:The Superstars of STEM program advances gender equity in science\, technology\, engineering and maths. Superstars receive advanced communications training to build a strong media and public profile\, be a role model for the next generations and supercharge their career. A strong desire to build a media profile is key – the program exists to create a growing cohort of highly visible diverse role models in the media of people who are experts and leaders in STEM. The program is open to women and non-binary people in STEM. \nApplicants must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria before the closing date:   \n\nHold a PhD or higher; or \nHave more than 10 years of experience working in STEM; or\nHave an undergraduate STEM degree and at least 4 years’ experience working in information technology\, engineering\, mathematics\, agricultural science\, environmental science or geological sciences; or\nAre an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person with an undergraduate STEM degree and at least 4 years’ STEM industry experience (this work experience can have been done concurrently with your studies).\n\nThe program runs for two calendar years with 60 participants in each group of Superstars\, identified in a comprehensive competitive selection process. As well as receiving training\, the participants are paired with a high-profile mentor\, supported to use their new skills to raise their public profile and visit schools to inspire the next generation.\nThe current program concludes in December 2026. The next program will run from January 2027-December 2028.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-superstars-of-stem-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T193000
DTSTAMP:20260806T063537Z
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SUMMARY:From Vision to Growth - CERI Women Entrepreneur Series
DESCRIPTION:From Vision to Growth – Building the right commercial foundations\, learning from the experiences of successful entrepreneurs and positioning a business for future growth.\nHosted by: Toby Swinger\, CEO\, CERI \nModerated by: Natalie Dawson\, CEO\, Focus Commercial Advisory \nSpeaker panel: \n\nAndrea Horwood\, Founder & CEO\, ETTO & NED\nMelissa Sturgess\, Co-founder & CEO Ananda & NED\nKarlia Rivers – Partner EY – Tax\nMelanie Lynn – Senior Counsel Pragma Lawyers\n\nThe Women Entrepreneurs Series is a practical three-part event series designed to support entrepreneurs through every stage of the entrepreneurial journey. Bringing together experienced founders\, investors\, business leaders and professional advisers\, the series combines practical commercial advice with real-world experiences to provide attendees with insights they can immediately apply to their own businesses. \nRather than focusing solely on success stories\, the series encourages open and candid conversations about the realities of entrepreneurship\, including the challenges\, setbacks and pivotal decisions that shape successful businesses. Panellists will share not only what worked\, but also what they would do differently if they were starting again. The three sessions follow the natural lifecycle of a business.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/from-vision-to-growth-ceri-women-entrepreneur-series/
LOCATION:The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI)\, Level 1\, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands\, WA 6009\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260821T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260821T160000
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SUMMARY:Wild Stories: Communication for Conservation\, Climate and Science [workshop]
DESCRIPTION:Wild Stories: Communication That Moves Decisions\, Not Just Audiences \nYou know the data. You know the urgency. So why does the room still say no? \nConservation\, climate and science have never had a credibility problem – they have a communication problem. The best research in the world dies in any room if it’s delivered the wrong way. \nThis is a hands-on workshop by Shil Shanghavi for conservationists\, climate advocates and scientists who need to influence funders\, boards\, policymakers and the public – and who are tired of watching their great work get overlooked because of how it was delivered.\nThis session will cover: \n\nCommunicating when stakes are high\nBoardrooms\, investor presentations and internal decision forums\nThe science behind confident\, credible communication\nHow the brain processes messages\nStory as a strategic tool
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wild-stories-communication-for-conservation-climate-and-science-workshop/
LOCATION:Liberty Flexible Workspaces – Westralia Square\, 5/143 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260823T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260724T041439Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Visat Space for Good Innovation Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Viasat’s signature global STEM competition is coming to Australia \, inviting university and TAFE students across the country to develop new applications of satellite technology that improve life on Earth. Whether your background is in engineering\, computer science\, environmental studies\, business\, or any other discipline — your ideas and perspective matter.\nViasat: Space for Good Australia features three phases over approximately 22 weeks\, progressing from written concept submissions through digital media presentations to an in-person finals event in Sydney in December 2026 — all expenses paid by Viasat. \nThe program is specifically seeking concepts that have concrete impact in one or more of the following 11 focus areas: \n\n1. Equitable and Sustainable Access to Space\n2. Direct to Device (D2D) and IoT\n3. Rural and Remote Digital Empowerment\n4. Space Industry Collaboration (Open Architecture)\n5. Multi-Orbit Constellations\n6. Space Cybersecurity\n7. Sovereign Nations\n8. Disaster and Humanitarian\n9. AI in Space\n10. Data Centers in Space\n11. Lunar Communication\n\nPhase 1 — Concept Submission (6 weeks) Phase 1 is open to all eligible university and TAFE students in Australia. You will answer a series of written questions (each up to 750 words) that explain your high-level “Space for Good” concept — the problem it solves\, the inspiration behind it\, its commercial viability\, and how it connects to Viasat’s capabilities and the broader space sector. \nPrizes: Top three finalists will be awarded prizes. \n\n1st Place: $20\,000 AUD\n2nd Place: $15\,000 AUD\n3rd Place: $10\,000 AUD\n\nLearn more and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-visat-space-for-good-innovation-challenge/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T150000
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SUMMARY:Curtin Festival of AI
DESCRIPTION:Explore how Curtin researchers and innovators are using AI across health\, business\, science\, data and the future of work.\nArtificial intelligence is transforming how we research\, learn\, work and tackle complex challenges. \nHosted by the WA Data Science Innovation Hub\, the Curtin Festival of AI brings together researchers\, educators and innovators from across Curtin University for an afternoon of short\, engaging presentations exploring the many ways AI is being researched\, developed and applied. \nHear perspectives from across health sciences\, business and law\, science and engineering\, data science\, workplace research and innovation. Speakers will share the projects\, ideas and opportunities shaping AI at Curtin—and consider what may come next.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/curtin-festival-of-ai/
LOCATION:TL Robertson Library\, Kent Street\, Bentley\, WA\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260825T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260629T024602Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Discovery Indigenous for funding commencing in 2027
DESCRIPTION:The Discovery Indigenous scheme provides grant funding to support research projects conducted by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researchers. \nTo be eligible to apply as a CI or DAATSIA candidate\, you must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researcher. \nLearn more and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-discovery-indigenous-for-funding-commencing-in-2027/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260826T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T014526Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Net Zero Precincts Governance Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join expert presenters and researchers from the RACE for 2030 Pathways to Net Zero Precincts (NZP) project to learn from industry case studies and discover the latest research findings.\nDiscover how governance\, leadership and organisational culture can affect progress towards net zero for precinct-scale developments.\nThis Forum is a chance to explore the findings of NZP’s Governance pathway and discover its value for those working in the property\, construction and management industries.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pathways-to-net-zero-precincts-governance-forum/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260813T075304Z
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SUMMARY:Bloom: The Centre for Youth Innovation - Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Come see what Bloom is all about at their upcoming open day. \nThey’ve got a few pretty different things happening throughout the day and some great people from our community sharing what they know. \n📱 Pia Finn\, founder of The Brand House\, has helped 20+ businesses turn short form content into real trust and revenue including generating an estimated $8\,000 organically for one client in a single day. She’ll be sharing how to create organic content people actually want to watch (and that doesn’t need thousands of dollars behind it to perform). \n🧶 Danielle Sim has spent the past seven years designing programs and experiences across government\, higher education and corporate spaces. Outside of work\, crochet is one of her creative outlets and she’ll be running a relaxed beginner session where you can learn the basics\, make your own coaster and have a chat while you’re at it. \nThen\, wrap things up with Founders Pizza where you’ll have the chance to meet other people building things in Perth whilst enjoying a slice of pizza. Come for one session or spend the day with us taking advantage of free access to the coworking space from 9am-7pm. \nBloom Crawley | 2 Park Road Crawley | Open from 9am – 7pm I 27 August
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bloom-the-centre-for-youth-innovation-open-day/
LOCATION:Bloom Lab\, Crawley\, 2 Park Road\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="Bloom":MAILTO:hello@bloom.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260219T054619Z
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SUMMARY:Curtinnovation Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Curtinnovation Awards celebrate bold thinkers at Curtin University who are creating real-world impact. Whether you’re a researcher\, student or entrepreneur\, if you’ve developed an idea that could shape industries\, improve lives or solve critical challenges\, we want to hear from you. \nAll ideas are welcome. Previous winners of the Curtinnovation Awards include an evidence-based bio-enhanced native seaweed solution to chronic inflammation; a real-time asset tracking system using existing camera infrastructure; and a breakthrough in synthetic graphite production for lithium-ion batteries.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/curtinnovation-awards-2026/
LOCATION:Optus Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Awards Night / Celebratory Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Curtin Innovation and Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:entrepreneurship@curtin.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T090000
DTSTAMP:20260725T063654Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: ON Accelerate Program
DESCRIPTION:ON Accelerate is a three-month\, free commercialisation acceleration program for entrepreneurial researchers who are ready to translate their great idea into a research-driven company. \nTailored to the translation of publicly funded research\, this program focuses on business models\, market validation\, storytelling and capital raising. This includes access to venture capital partners and networks to help secure capital for business development. \nAll IP remains the property of the team or their sponsoring institute. Participants are required to sign non-disclosure agreements for IP protection. \nIn addition to funding the total cost of participation (valued at over $150\,000*)\, the ON Accelerate program offers non-dilutive funding to fast-track their market traction and venture creation during and post-program.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-on-accelerate-program-3-2/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T090842Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Round 2 - Female Innovators in Research\, Science and Technology (FIRST) Program
DESCRIPTION:Scholarship and program for women working across engineering\, research\, science\, and tech\nCERI First is a year-long program designed for women founders\, entrepreneurs\, scientists\, researchers\, and academics. Participants receive scholarships to CERI’s programs\, personalised mentoring\, residency\, access to a supportive peer network\, and the opportunity to showcase their progress at the end of the program. \nSecond Round of Applications close 31 August 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-round-2-female-innovators-in-research-science-and-technology-first-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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