West Tech Fest delegates are offered an exclusive opportunity to tour the newly established WASSEC facilities. WASSEC is dedicated to engaging participants in immersive learning experiences related to space science, STEM and cybersecurity. The centre features a simulated Mars surface, Mission Control, STEM labs and dedicated cybersecurity spaces

In this panel discussion, experts from diverse corners of the research ecosystem will discuss how AI is accelerating innovation, the opportunities and challenges it presents, and what this means for trust in science. Dr Stefan Harrer (Data61, CSIRO) connects safe and trustworthy AI systems with human decision-makers in health, biotech and pharma. Professor Karin Verspoor […]

Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of quantum research and entrepreneurship at the Entangled Workshop. A Satellite Event of West Tech Fest - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/entangled-workshop-connecting-quantum-researchers-with-entrepreneurs-tickets-1831479487449

The West Australian Young Business Leaders Virtual Showcase is a celebration of the bright young minds from across Western Australia who have spent the past term bringing their business ideas to life. As part of the West Australian Young Business Leaders Program, this event offers students in Years 7–12 the opportunity to present their innovative ventures […]

How do you turn entrepreneurship education into ventures that land real corporate pilots — and do it in a way that fuels regional innovation? In this Fireside Chat, Timothy O’Connell, Senior Partner at H-FARM and Director of its Entrepreneurship & Startup Center, takes us inside Europe’s leading campus where education, startups and corporates co-exist. Drawing […]

Dear Colleagues, Join us to celebrate the end of 2025! Come along for an afternoon of casual networking, conversation and connection with fellow RNA researchers. 📅 Thursday, 11th December 🕞 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Third Floor Tea Room, Bayliss Building Enjoy food, drinks and great company as we wrap up another exciting year […]

the AI Disrupt Summit, a new, hands-on event shaping the future of technology in Western Australia. ​Taking place on December 13th, 2025, at Curtin University as part of West Tech Fest, this one-day summit will bring together over 200 AI engineers, researchers, founders, and investors who are actively building the next generation of AI solutions. Key sponsors: Bloom (afternoon tea sponsor) Curtin […]