Entrepreneurship / Startup / Business
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Introduction to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Research & Innovation (CERI) and CERI Females in Research, Science & Technology (FIRST) Program | Monday 29th June @ 10:00am-10:30am Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86297693512?pwd=KoKq9PsXm2bYNbCaN23gsZQ0DXQzL7.1 CERI is a not-for-profit established in 2015 by the Bass Family to support research commercialisation in Western Australia. We offer a range of services to help […]
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Latitude 37 is a new program from Airwallex designed to accelerate young Australian founders building AI-focused products, services, or business models. You are eligible if AI is central to your product, service, or business model, you’re aged 25 or under at the application deadline, you’re an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have local roots, and […] |
2 events,Applications are now open for Singapore's premier deep tech startup competition SLINGSHOT 2026, now in its landmark 10th edition. Taking place at the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) from 27th–29th October, SLINGSHOT brings together breakthrough founders with leading investors across five categories: Advanced Computing and Intelligence Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Systems Digital Technologies […] The Westpac Female Founder Awards recognise and celebrate outstanding female‑founded businesses across Australia, from early‑stage innovators to established leaders, and highlight the impact women are having on our economy and communities. Category Winners receive choice of coaching, media training or mentorship and $10,000 to support your business. |
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In this session, Jesse will go deep into the internal operating system behind KeepSpace: the structure, team, culture, planning rhythms and decision-making processes that have helped the company grow into a resilient, multi-million dollar business. Jesse’s talks are known for being candid, practical and almost uncomfortably transparent. Expect a rare look inside the actual day-to-day […] 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. In 2024, a new WA Government Innovators of the Year Award was introduced to acknowledge Western Australian government entity employees who are innovating, creating novel IP and adding […]
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This seminar is tailored for executives within small cap companies in market-facing roles, offering insights and tools to enhance investor engagement and market positioning.
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The CSIRO ON Prime program equips publicly funded researchers with the tools to uncover where their science can create the greatest real-world impact. Through this fast-paced, hands-on program, teams engage directly with customers, challenge their assumptions, and identify the most promising pathways forward. The Showcase event marks the culmination of the nine week program, where […]
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AI is now the cheapest advisor in the room - and that's exactly the problem. Early-stage founders are increasingly turning to AI for the advice they can't yet afford: drafting legal agreements, preparing patent applications, working through R&D tax claims, setting up company structures. Used well, with the right expertise behind it, AI is a […]
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2 events,5–10 July 2026 | Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, Western Australia The 2026 RACI National Congress is Australia’s premier gathering of chemical scientists, engineers, educators, and innovators from across the country and around the globe. Hosted by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI), Australia’s peak professional body championing the chemical sciences, this Congress is a […] 
Calling Regional WA Women Founders We are looking for 10 ambitious women founders based in regional Western Australia who are building scalable businesses and are ready to develop their growth and investment strategy. The Connected Futures Hub gives you six months to learn that language, while deepening your understanding of your own business, sharpening […] |
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Set Your Startup Up for Success Learn the essential legal and financial foundations every founder needs to know before launching. What You’ll Learn: The key legal structures for new businesses and how to choose the right one Basic accounting principles and compliance requirements Essential tools and practices to manage your business finances Common legal and […]
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A Fireside Chat on Scaling Smarter Learn how to identify and build the foundational components of a business model through real-world insights and interactive discussion. What You’ll Learn: How to […]
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This panel brings together industry professionals from across key sectors including mining, construction, and infrastructure to explore the engineering challenge behind growth, energy, and delivery, and what it takes to […]
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3 events,ON Prime is a free, nine-week program that helps research teams turn great ideas into real-world impact. Open to all disciplines and project stages, Prime guides teams of two to five through customer discovery, communication skills and evidence-building. With support from expert facilitators, you’ll identify who benefits most from your research and strengthen your ability […]
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In this session, Jun Qu of Main Sequence Ventures joins us for an open, unscripted conversation about the day-to-day reality of life as a VC: where the time actually goes, how the job changes as you move from analyst to partner, and the parts of the work that are genuinely great — alongside the parts […] |
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5 events,Founders Factory and Rio Tinto have partnered to fund and accelerate technologies shaping the future of mining and expediting the path to industrial decarbonisation. Operating from our hub in Perth and remote, the program offers founders access to Rio Tinto's industrial expertise and advanced mining facilities in Western Australia, in addition to a 4 month […] Improve your organisation's competitiveness, productivity and sustainability by harnessing research expertise Benefits: A multidisciplinary team of two or three PhD students Cost effective, potentially eligible for R&D tax incentive & subsidies 100% ownership of intellectual property Select students appropriate to your project and skill-gap 'Test-drive' students prior to potential employment A flexible participation mode (virtual, […] Interested stakeholders are invited to make submissions on the proposed Innovative Business CGT Concession (IBCC) raised in the Capital gains tax reforms – arrangements for innovative start-ups Consultation paper. Consultation submission deadline 10 July |
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2 events,This program is open to eligible SMEs based and operating in Australia, working on innovative technologies or solutions in any of these sub-sectors: Biosecurity: people and animal health | Biosecurity: plant and environment health | Animal disease diagnostics | Biotherapeutics: biomedical manufacturing and medical devices | Developing and delivering complex therapeutics | Digital and AI […] In late September 2026, the WA Government, through Invest and Trade WA, will lead a business mission to Vietnam. Invest and Trade WA are seeking registrations of interest from WA-based businesses currently operating, or with a significant interest, in the Vietnam market. To be eligible, your business must operate in one of WA’s priority sectors […] |
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Investment Options From First Dollar to Venture Capital Understand the full funding journey and learn how to attract the right investors from seed to scale. What You’ll Learn: Personal insights from raising $55M and launching a fund Preparing for investment: traction, defensibility, and reducing risk Pros and cons of external investment Getting the first $50K: […] Designed by Curtin University’s Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship portfolio, this four-part online series introduces you to the foundations of business thinking, creative problem solving, and confident communication – no experience necessary. Firestarter is designed for Curtin staff and students who are curious about how entrepreneurial skills can support them no matter what their career ambitions. No […] |
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AI is here to stay. You can ask Claude! But here's the thing that Gemini may not speak about: Privacy. People's Privacy. When you're about to build that prompt in GROK what are the pesky privacy things you should know? What actually is Privacy? Join the Privacy Mayhem crew for a chat on how to manage the […]
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Start your morning with meaningful connections, fresh perspectives, and practical insights from one of Western Australia's most respected leaders in innovation and venture capital. Moats, Not Pitfalls: How Founders Turn Data into Equity with Pia Turcinov AM Data is often a startup's hidden superpower—but without the right strategy, it can quickly become a compliance liability […]
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Explore Additive Manufacturing Innovation with AMCRC’s new STARTER Project Funding Program The Additive Manufacturing CRC (AMCRC) is launching its new STARTER Project Funding Program — designed to help Australian businesses, particularly manufacturing SMEs and start-ups, explore the potential of additive manufacturing through shorter-term, lower-risk R&D projects. With reduced financial barriers and faster pathways to impact, the STARTER […] |
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3 events,Startup applications are open to innovative, scaleable, WA based startups who are looking for the chance to pitch and receive advice, feedback and potential funding. Who are the South West Angels? The South West Angels is a not-for-profit organisation actively engaged with connecting regional investors to innovative WA startups. We aim to bring together those […] AMCRC’s CORE Project Funding Program is designed for Australian companies that are willing and have capacity to invest in multi-year, collaborative R&D projects. Projects require a minimum industry cash contribution of $100,000 per year, with AMCRC providing matched funding. Spanning the entire AM value chain, the program brings together manufacturers, researchers, technology providers, material suppliers […] AMCRC’s CORE Project Funding Program is designed for Australian companies that are willing and have capacity to invest in multi-year, collaborative R&D projects. Projects require a minimum industry cash contribution of $100,000 per year, with AMCRC providing matched funding. The program invests in industry-led, collaborative research projects delivered in partnership with one or more of […] |
1 event,The Australian Manufacturing Awards are a celebration of everything that is great about Australia’s manufacturing industry. The Awards are split into two categories: the Australian Manufacturing Gold Awards, our highest honours recognising the very best in Australian manufacturing, and the Australian Manufacturing Silver Awards, which celebrate outstanding performers across key industry categories. Award winners will […] |
1 event,Launchpad is a 12-week program that lets you develop a business idea and get academic credit towards your university degree. Launchpad provides students with an academic structure that encourages and supports entrepreneurial activity. Accepted students are provided access to Bloom's co-working space, allowing them to interact with members with small businesses and start-ups. Students also […] |
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Designed for local founders with dreams of scaling their business, the Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator is a six-week program, tailor-made for early-stage founders looking to grow. This program is FREE thanks to the support of the City of Perth. Applications are now open and close on 20 July, 2026. APPLY HERE Applications are now open for the Australia–Vietnam Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation Initiative Grants. This bilateral program supports collaborative research projects between eligible Australian organisations and Vietnamese partner organisations. The program provides up to A$1.3 million in total funding, with grants of between A$100,000 and A$300,000 available for projects running from 24 to 36 months. […] |
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Want to feel more confident meeting new people, building professional connections, and creating opportunities for yourself? Join this interactive workshop with Min Tan from the Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI) to discover how a growth mindset can help you overcome self-doubt, embrace challenges, and develop the confidence to network effectively. You'll learn practical networking strategies, optimise your […] |
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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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We provide hands-on experience in an industry setting, giving you the ability to apply theory and skills to thrive in a practical research environment Benefits: An industry placement working in a team on a defined project A scholarship package (subject to university approval and eligibility conditions) Weekly mentoring tailored to project and team specifics Weekly training in […] |
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What kind of future do we want to create? As AI reshapes the way we live, work and connect, Meshpoints Congress 2026: The Future We Choose will bring together WA's innovation ecosystem to explore the opportunities, challenges and decisions that will shape the years ahead. Through a mix of keynote perspectives, interactive discussions and future-focused […]
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Australia’s AI ecosystem is evolving rapidly, but some of the most exciting developments are happening closer to home, in startups, research labs, universities and innovation communities across Western Australia. Join ECU and SMEC AI for an evening exploring how foundational models, generative AI, and emerging technologies are enabling the next generation of innovation, entrepreneurship and […]
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Applications are open for the Future Founders: Emerging Ag Industries Program! Are you 18–25 and curious about the future of agriculture, sustainability, innovation or technology? Do you want to explore real career and entrepreneurship pathways in Australia’s fastest‑growing emerging industries? Future Founders: Emerging Ag Industries is a 12‑week, industry‑led program designed to give young people […] |
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1 event,Y Combinator is accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Batch funding cycle. The batch will take place from October to December in San Francisco. The overall goal of YC is to help startups really take off. They arrive at YC at all different stages. Some haven't even started working yet, and others have been launched […] |
1 event,The purpose of the review is to ensure that the operation of the NRFC Act allows the NRFC to deliver on its objective to support, diversify and transform Australia’s industry and economy. Read the discussion paper to learn about the review, the NRFC Act and the key questions. Consultation closes 28 July 2026 |
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Join Innovate Australia for a post-summit showcase and networking event celebrating Australia’s participation in the United Nations’ AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva. Speakers will share key takeaways from the global event, including emerging AI innovation trends, international collaboration opportunities, policy discussions, startup ecosystem insights, and the growing impact of AI technologies advancing the […] |
1 event,The AIM WA Pinnacle Awards are Western Australia’s premier business leadership excellence awards, recognising and rewarding outstanding organisations across the corporate, government, community and not-for-profit sectors in Australia that have a significant footprint in Western Australia. The 2026 AIM WA Pinnacle Awards applications are now open, offering organisations the opportunity to be recognised for their impact and […] |
1 event,The University of Sydney invites engagement on the design of a new vehicle for funding the commercialisation of University-linked startups and spinouts. The University of Sydney has estimated that its growing portfolio of high potential research-derived ventures will require more than A$200 million in capital in the coming years. To help address this emerging need, […] |
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