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SUMMARY:Expand Into Asia. Scale Globally
DESCRIPTION:​Join Spacecubed’s Perth Landing Pad and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) for an afternoon lunch and learn\, exploring how Hong Kong can help Australian startups access new markets\, funding\, partnerships and opportunities across Asia.\n​Hear directly from the HKTDC about the programs and funding opportunities available through the Hong Kong SAR Government\, and how Australian businesses can tap into these when looking to expand into or via Hong Kong. \n​With opportunities emerging across areas including health and medtech\, agri-tech\, green tech and AI related tech\, there’s plenty to explore for startups looking to take their next step internationally. Whether you’re actively considering Asia or simply curious about what’s out there\, this is a chance to hear from people with first-hand experience and make some new connections. \n​What to expect: \n\n\n​Insights into Hong Kong’s startup and business ecosystem \n\n\n​An overview of funding and support available to Australian businesses \n\n\n​Opportunities to connect with others interested in international expansion \n\n\n​Lunch and networking with the Spacecubed community \n\n\n​This event is run by Perth Landing Pad\, a program run by Spacecubed and supported by the City of Perth and Department of Energy and Economic Diversification\, in collaboration with HKTDC.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/expand-into-asia-scale-globally/
LOCATION:SPACECUBED\, 45 St George Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T082149Z
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SUMMARY:Sector Briefing: The Future of Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:As Western Australia enters a new period of growth\, infrastructure is taking centre stage. With major investments\, expanding communities and increasing demand for resilient\, future-ready assets\, the decisions made today will shape the state’s future for generations.\nBe part of the conversation at our upcoming Sector Briefing: The Future of Infrastructure\, where senior decision-makers and industry leaders will examine the landmark projects\, funding opportunities and policy priorities shaping WA’s future. Gain valuable insights into the infrastructure pipeline and the challenges and opportunities ahead.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/sector-briefing-the-future-of-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260902T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260815T051045Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T051045Z
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation Summit Australia-Switzerland
DESCRIPTION:Showcasing Switzerland & Australia’s AI Achievements – Independent Innovations\, Converging Visions for Tomorrow!\nHosted in Perth by Innovate Australia in official partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland in Canberra\, and organised as an official lead event to the Geneva AI Summit taking place in June 2027 in Geneva\, the AI Innovation Summit Australia–Switzerland aims to strengthen connections between the Australian and Swiss innovation communities while showcasing WA as a hub for international innovation and collaboration.\nAustralia and Switzerland both have strong and diverse innovation ecosystems. The summit will explore areas where the two countries can learn from each other and collaborate\, from artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to research\, investment\, industry transformation\, and the commercialisation of new ideas. \nThe program will bring together perspectives from both countries\, highlighting innovative companies\, technologies\, projects\, and ideas. Through presentations\, discussions\, and networking\, participants will have an opportunity to make valuable connections and identify possibilities for future business\, research\, investment\, and technology partnerships. \nThe summit also provides a platform to discuss how innovation ecosystems develop\, how talent and ideas move across borders\, and how international collaboration can turn innovative ideas into meaningful real-world outcomes. \nSpecial Guest: \n\nLord Mayor Councillor Bruce Reynolds\n\nMC/Moderator: \n\nDr Adam Osseiran\, Co-founder and Director\, Innovate Australia\n\nPresenters: \n\nMarc Montandon\, Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Western Australia\nDavid Lucido\, Founder & Managing Director\, Sentient Hubs\nRussell Menezes\, CEO & Co-Founder\, RadiXplore\nJennifer Chalk\, Partnerships Officer\, AI for Good – United Nations ITU\nAlexandra Hirzel\, CEO & Founder\, The Scale Foundry\n\nRegister here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ai-innovation-summit-australia-switzerland/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovate Australia":MAILTO:steve.carroll@innovateaustralia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T190000
DTSTAMP:20260820T040436Z
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SUMMARY:Life Sciences WA Networking Sundowner - An Evening with Kate Chaney MP
DESCRIPTION:Join Life Sciences WA for an evening of conversation and connection with Kate Chaney MP.\nThis event will provide the opportunity to hear directly from Kate who has returned from Canberra following the August Federal Parliament sitting fortnight\, with insights into policy changes and proposals that directly affect the life sciences sector. These include the Research and Development Tax Incentive and the Innovative Business CGT Concession. It’s also an opportunity to ask questions and express views or concerns.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/life-sciences-wa-networking-sundowner-an-evening-with-kate-chaney-mp/
LOCATION:FOUND.\, 399 Hay Street\, Subiaco\, WA\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T190000
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SUMMARY:Pollinators Monthly Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:The Pollinators Monthly Sundowner is a relaxed monthly gathering for members of the Pollinators community and anyone curious about getting involved.\nWhether you’re building a business\, exploring an idea\, working on a community project or simply looking to connect with interesting people doing meaningful work in the Mid West\, this is a space to meet others\, have conversations and grow your network naturally. \nEach month brings together a mix of entrepreneurs\, creatives\, professionals\, community leaders and people with ideas at all stages. It’s good people\, genuine conversations and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and connected community.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pollinators-monthly-sundowner-2/
LOCATION:Pollinators\, 184 Marine Terrace\, Geraldton\, WA\, 6530\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T193000
DTSTAMP:20260808T105300Z
CREATED:20260806T063651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T105300Z
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SUMMARY:Female Entrepreneurs and Investment - CERI Women Entrepreneur Series
DESCRIPTION:Female Entrepreneurs and Investment – Understanding investment readiness\, accessing capital and encouraging greater participation of women as both founders and investors.\nHosted by: Toby Swinger\, CEO\, CERI \nModerated by: Natalie Dawson\, CEO\, Focus Commercial Advisory \nSpeaker panel: \n\nMelissa Sturgess\, Co-founder & CEO Ananda & NED\nAndrea Horwood\, Founder & CEO\, ETTO & NED\nJohn Poynton AO\, Founder & Executive Chair Poynton Stavrianou & NED\nTracie Clark\, Venture Capital & Private Equiry Principal Skalata & NED\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.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/female-entrepreneurs-and-investment-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:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260907T031750Z
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SUMMARY:Spacecubed Breakfast Club with Davies Collison Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s Breakfast Club at Riff for a morning of practical advice\, good coffee and a conversation with Davies Collison Cave about protecting your ideas as you grow. \nBuilding something innovative? Whether you’re developing new tech\, growing a brand\, or preparing to raise capital\, understanding your intellectual property early can help protect your ideas and support long-term growth. \n💡What Founders Need to Know About IP \nJoin us for an informal conversation with Andrew Mullane\, IP Disputes Attorney at Davies Collison Cave (DCC)\, hosted by the Spacecubed team. We’ll explore when founders should start thinking about IP\, what’s worth protecting and how IP can fit into your business and growth plans. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow IP can support your startup as it grows\nPractical ways to protect your ideas\nHow IP can play a role in investment and commercialisation\nCommon mistakes founders make and how to avoid them\nLessons from real startup examples\n\nThere’ll also be plenty of opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A and connect with fellow members and the broader Spacecubed community over breakfast.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/spacecubed-breakfast-club-with-davies-collison-cave/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T015430Z
CREATED:20260814T015152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T015430Z
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SUMMARY:Cicada HealthTech Hub Masterclass: Dataroom Essentials for Investor Readiness in Healthtech & Lifescience Ventures
DESCRIPTION:Raising capital in health tech and life sciences is hard — the science might be world-class\, but that’s rarely enough. Investors need clarity and assurance before they commit\, and one of the biggest sources of that assurance is your dataroom.\nFounders and technical teams often underestimate what investors are actually looking for in a dataroom\, and how much a well-structured one can accelerate — or a poorly structured one can stall — a funding round. This masterclass walks you through the frameworks\, tools and real examples you need to build a dataroom that gives investors exactly what they need to say yes with confidence. \nWhether you’re preparing for your first raise or tightening up before your next one\, you’ll leave with a practical\, investor-ready framework you can apply immediately. \nThis masterclass features a presentation on Dataroom essentials for Investor Readiness in Healthtech & Lifescience Ventures – providing innovators with a practical checklist and tools as your venture grow and scale\, followed by a discussion on what works\, what failed and what VCs\, operators\, Angels are looking for. \nLineup\n\nAndy Lamb (Entrepreneur\, Facilitator)\nPrashanth Rajan (Investment Analyst\, Brandon Capital)\nDr Gisela Mautner (Founder & Principal\, The Mautner Docs)\nGordon Black (Founder & CEO\, East West Capital)
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/cicada-healthtech-hub-masterclass-dataroom-essentials-for-investor-readiness-in-healthtech-lifescience-ventures/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260908T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T062154Z
CREATED:20260819T062154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T062154Z
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SUMMARY:What Investors Look For with Startmate's Ben Simai
DESCRIPTION:What do investors actually look for? \n​Every founder has heard “we’re not a fit right now.” Almost none have heard why. Ben Simai\, Head of Investments at Startmate\, walks through how VC investment decisions actually get made – using real companies you already know\, and the framework Startmate uses on every deal. \n​What we’ll cover \n\n\n​Real-world investment examples – what early-stage Uber and Airbnb looked like on paper\, and why investors backed them \n\n\n​The Spike framework – what Startmate looks for in a founder and a business\, and how we assess it \n\n\n​How to get investment from Startmate – what actually makes the best Accelerator applications stand out \n\n\n​Who it’s for\nFounders building venture-scalable startups in Australia and New Zealand\, whether you’re raising now or working out whether you should.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/what-investors-look-for-with-startmates-ben-simai/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260808T053808Z
CREATED:20260808T053808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T053808Z
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SUMMARY:Croc Pitch 2026 [online]
DESCRIPTION:This September\, the DIH is on the hunt for groundbreaking pitches that can bring significant benefits to Northern Australia. The stakes are high\, with up to $1 million in venture capital up for grabs.\nYou can pitch any innovation\, product\, or technology as long as it positively impacts Northern Australia. Thanks to Croc Pitch’s virtual format\, participants from around the globe can join in\, attracting co-investors and fostering innovative partnerships. \nBe part of an inspiring day where top startups pitch their innovative ideas and face questions from the Croc Panel\, before Paspalis Capital makes the final investment decisions. \nWhether you’re attending in person or watching the live stream\, don’t miss the chance to witness innovation in action\, and investment decisions made in real-time.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/croc-pitch-2026-online/
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260909T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T055456Z
CREATED:20260819T055456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T055456Z
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SUMMARY:CORE Sales & Commercialisation Workshop Day
DESCRIPTION:CORE Innovation Hub invites you to a full day for founders\, innovators and anyone ready to grow their business — a morning networking session\, two practical workshops covering pricing\, positioning and sales\, and lunch\, hosted at the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP)\, Australia’s largest robotics and automation testing facility.\nWorkshop 1: Pricing & Positioning Workshop\nMaster the strategy behind value-based pricing and market positioning to turn customer interest into sustainable revenue. This workshop equips founders with the frameworks to price with confidence\, articulate their unique value\, and win their ideal market segment. \nWorkshop 2: Sales & Commercialisation Workshop\nTurn early customer traction into a scalable\, repeatable revenue engine. This workshop equips founders with essential sales strategies\, pitch frameworks\, and commercialisation pathways to shorten sales cycles and close high-value deals. \nFacilitators \n\nJustin Davies is Managing Director of Emergination\, a two-time CEO who has built $20M+ in business and advised companies with $300M+ in turnover\, turning that commercial experience into clear\, practical facilitation on sales and commercialisation for founders navigating the same growth challenges.\nPatrick Green is Co-founder and Sales Manager at Tekkon\, which since 2018 has helped startups\, scale-ups and SMEs extend their development teams through a remote staff augmentation model. His self-described anti-salesman\, client-first approach brings that same practical\, no-hype grounding to sales and commercialisation.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/core-sales-commercialisation-workshop-day/
LOCATION:Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct\, Pederick Rd\, Neerabup\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260910T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260824T031208Z
CREATED:20260824T031208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T031208Z
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SUMMARY:Black Coffee Bindjareb - September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bindjareb Black Coffee brings together First Nations businesses\, entrepreneurs and professionals\, alongside industry\, buyers\, procurement teams and business partners looking to engage with the First Nations business sector. \nIt’s an opportunity to build genuine commercial relationships\, share knowledge and strengthen connections between First Nations businesses and organisations looking to engage\, partner and procure from them.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/black-coffee-bindjareb-september-2026/
LOCATION:Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia\, 37 Dollyup Street\, Stake Hill\, Western Australia\, 6181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260910T230000
DTSTAMP:20260824T024203Z
CREATED:20260824T024203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T024203Z
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SUMMARY:2026 WA Energy Awards Gala Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The AIE Perth and the City of Perth are proud to host the 2026 WA Energy Awards as part of the 25th Energy in WA Conference.\n\n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the WA Energy Awards—an unforgettable evening recognising excellence across Western Australia’s energy industry. Marking a decade of achievement\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \nHosted at the award-winning Fraser’s Restaurant in Kings Park\, guests will enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Swan River and Perth city skyline while connecting with industry leaders and celebrating the outstanding achievements of Western Australia’s energy sector. \nThis event is proudly brought to you by the Perth Branch of the Australian Institute of Energy and the City of Perth\, and supported by Women in Energy (WiE) and Young Energy Professionals (YEP) Perth. \n___________________________________________________ \nThe WA Energy Awards honour the outstanding individuals\, teams\, projects and organisations that are advancing Western Australia’s energy industry. The awards highlight the achievements and initiatives that are shaping the future of energy through best practice and excellence. \nThe 2026 WA Energy Awards recognise excellence across the following categories: \n\nEnergy Professional of the Year (Individual Award)\nEnergy Innovation of the Year (Organisation Award)\nYoung Energy Leader of the Year (Individual Award)\nEmerging Star of the Year (Organisation Award)\nExcellence in DE&I Award (Individual / Organisation)\nEnergy Stewardship & Legacy in Energy (Organisation Award)\n\nBe part of the 2026 WA Energy Awards Gala Dinner\, where finalists will be celebrated and winners announced at Frasers Restaurant\, Kings Park on Thursday 10 September 2026. Pre-drinks commence at 6pm with dinner scheduled at 6:45pm.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2026-wa-energy-awards-gala-dinner-2/
LOCATION:Fraser’s Restaurant\, 60 Fraser Ave\, West Perth\, 6005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Awards Night / Celebratory Event,Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T080023Z
CREATED:20260829T092321Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: AI Innovators Showcase - Meshpoints 2026
DESCRIPTION:Share how your Western Australian venture is using AI to deliver real-world results and be considered for the Meshpoints 2026 AI Innovators Showcase.\nThe AI Innovators Showcase is the storytelling arm of AITAI’s Meshpoints 2026 initiative. We’re selecting twelve Western Australian innovators for multimedia case studies showing how AI is creating value in real ventures. \nWho should apply\nWe want to hear from WA innovators who are building\, piloting or deploying a genuine AI implementation. Strong applications will clearly explain what the AI does\, who it helps and the outcomes it is producing or expected to produce. \nWe especially encourage applications from women\, First Nations\, culturally and linguistically diverse\, regional and young innovators. Sharing this information is voluntary and has no bearing on eligibility. \nWhat participation involves\nSelected innovators will work with AITAI on a video\, photography or written case study. The stories will help investors\, policymakers\, media and the wider community understand how Western Australian ventures are putting AI to work.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-ai-innovators-showcase-meshpoints-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T005147Z
CREATED:20260802T005652Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Startup Muster Survey 2026 [extended]
DESCRIPTION:If you are running a startup in Australia\, or supporting startups in Australia (educators\, investors\, accelerators\, incubators\, coworking spaces\, service providers\, government\, precincts and any other organisations supporting startups)\, make sure you are seen in the largest survey of Australia’s startup ecosystem. \nSurvey closes 14 September 2026 (extended) \nThis is a nationwide effort\, with survey coordinators in every state and territory\, and a university partner in each\, contributing to a thirteen year legacy.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-startup-muster-survey-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T022430Z
CREATED:20260908T022430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T022430Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: West Tech Next Hackathon EOI
DESCRIPTION:Help shape the West Tech Next experience! \nWest Tech Next is the youth committee shaping West Tech Fest 2026 – and they’re building something huge: a hackathon-style event for Western Australians aged 18 to 25\, happening as part of WTF.\nIt is happening on Saturday 5 December. Before we finalise the participant experience\, we want to hear directly from the people it is being built for. \nWhat would make the day worth showing up for? What would you want to work on? What would you want to leave with? What could make it harder to take part? \nEOI closes Monday 14 September\, 5:00PM AWST. This short EOI takes around three minutes. Your answers will help shape the program\, challenge themes\, participant experience and the way we communicate the event.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-west-tech-next-hackathon-eoi/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260907T054723Z
CREATED:20260907T054723Z
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SUMMARY:Grants\, Contracts & Commercialisation: Legal Essentials for Founders
DESCRIPTION:Securing funding and new commercial opportunities is exciting\, but the agreements founders sign early can have long-term implications for their business\, intellectual property and ability to grow. \n​Join Emma Walczak\, Principal of Trinitas Legal Services\, for a practical lunchtime workshop exploring the key legal considerations founders should understand when navigating grants\, commercial and collaboration agreements\, IP and commercialisation. \n​With more than 15 years’ experience advising businesses\, Emma will cut through the legal theory and focus on what founders actually need to know\, from understanding obligations attached to grant funding and spotting risky contract terms\, to protecting your ability to commercialise your ideas and knowing what is genuinely worth negotiating. \n​During the session\, you’ll learn how to identify common risks in funding and collaboration agreements\, navigate confidentiality and information-sharing requirements\, avoid unexpected financial or operational exposure\, and recognise legal or governance issues that could become barriers to future investment\, partnerships and growth. \n​This workshop is delivered by Spacecubed\, and designed for our current Sprint program cohorts including AI Founder Sprint\, City of Perth Sprint and AI Fellowship\, and is also open to founders and members of the wider community.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/grants-contracts-commercialisation-legal-essentials-for-founders/
LOCATION:SPACECUBED\, 45 St George Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260824T050416Z
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SUMMARY:ON Foundational Skills Workshop - Pathways to impact [online]
DESCRIPTION:Online CSIRO workshop\, designed for researchers across all disciplines\, this session introduces practical tools and approaches to help you identify and plan pathways to impact. You will gain a better understanding of how research can create value across industry\, community\, government\, and society more broadly.\nWhether you are at the early stages of an idea or looking to strengthen the impact potential of existing research\, this workshop will help you think more strategically about research translation and engagement. \nThis workshop is free to attend and delivered online. Join as a standalone session or as part of the ON Foundational Skills workshop series.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/on-foundational-skills-workshop-pathways-to-impact-online/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T023830Z
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SUMMARY:Spotlight on Commercialisation - IP Basics
DESCRIPTION:Join for the next Spotlight on Commercialisation session to learn the fundamentals of intellectual property\, Curtin University’s approach to protecting research innovations and how decisions around patent filing align with an overall commercialisation strategy.\nYou’ll hear from Associate Professor Tejas Bhatelia\, a Chemical Engineering academic at Curtin with experience translating research from laboratory-scale concepts through prototyping\, intellectual property protection\, industry validation\, scale-up and commercialisation. Drawing on his experience developing SpiroPak\, an advanced structured packing technology originating from Curtin research\, Tejas will share an academic’s perspective on recognising the commercial potential of research and moving it towards practical application. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \n\n The fundamentals of intellectual property and Curtin’s approach;\nWhere patent protection fits within a broader commercialisation strategy;\nHow to recognise when research may have commercial potential;\nPractical lessons from an academic who has navigated the commercialisation journey.\n\nWhether you’re actively exploring commercialisation or simply curious about the potential of your research\, this session will provide a practical introduction to IP and the support available at Curtin.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/spotlight-on-commercialisation-ip-basics/
LOCATION:TL Robertson Library\, Kent Street\, Bentley\, WA\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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ORGANIZER;CN="Curtin Innovation and Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:entrepreneurship@curtin.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T054325Z
CREATED:20260907T054325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T054325Z
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SUMMARY:Ready-Set-Go – Deploying AI Responsibly in Sport
DESCRIPTION:Join ASTN and listen to a presentation by Shaun Rolls on how to secure a private cloud in a ‘sandbox’ testing environments and how deterministic AI can be deployed to reduce the hallucination risk of Large Language Models (LLM). \nShaun Rolls and Dr Stuart Morgan will also discuss best practices for protecting organisational intellectual property rather than exposing sensitive information to public LLM’s. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ready-set-go-deploying-ai-responsibly-in-sport-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN)":MAILTO:info@astn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260809T094653Z
CREATED:20260809T094314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T094653Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing for U.S. Expansion: A 2-Hour Interactive Masterclass & Tactical Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Foundational Imperatives to De-Risk and Accelerate Your Market Entry\n​‘Preparing for U.S. Expansion’ is a two-hour hands-on masterclass designed to help founders of high-growth technology ventures prepare for and de-risk their entry into the U.S. market. Delivered by Robert Gallup (founder of Oz2US Ventures) and built upon the collective expertise of Vanta\, Deel\, and over 40 U.S.-expansion mentors\, service providers\, and VC advisors\, the curriculum provides a workbook-driven blueprint focused on actionable operational frameworks. \nThis event equips founders with the essential frameworks to kickstart their preparation\, avoid fatal expansion traps\, and lay the foundation for a capital-efficient U.S. entry.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/preparing-for-u-s-expansion-a-2-hour-interactive-masterclass-tactical-workshop/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260805T041017Z
CREATED:20260805T041017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T041017Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business: From Idea to Income [online]
DESCRIPTION:Online Workshop | 90 Minutes\nCreate more income\, flexibility and freedom in your future.\nThinking about starting a business but not sure where to begin? \nWhether you’re looking to earn extra income\, create more flexibility around work and family\, or exploring self-employment\, this practical online workshop will help you take the first steps with confidence. \nYou’ll learn how to turn your skills\, experience\, hobbies or ideas into a business opportunity\, understand the basics of getting started in Australia\, and discover practical ways to test your idea before investing significant time or money. \nDesigned for people in metropolitan\, regional and remote communities\, this session is packed with practical examples\, simple guidance and real-world advice to help you move from idea to action. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nHow to identify business opportunities based on your skills and experience\nThe basics of starting a business in Australia\, including ABNs and business setup\nSimple ways to test whether your idea has potential\nIntroductory pricing principles and common mistakes to avoid\nPractical next steps to help you start building momentum\n\nYou’ll Leave With\n\nGreater clarity on your business idea\nMore confidence in taking the next step\nA practical action plan for turning your idea into income\nA better understanding of how self-employment can create greater choice\, flexibility and freedom\n\nNo previous business experience is required. \nPresented By: Rebecca Ruiz \nDuration: 1.5 Hours \nRebecca is the Small Business Services Manager at Business Foundations who brings extensive experience across a wide range of industries\, with a strong background in business development\, sales and consulting. She also has hands-on experience in custom software industry and has run her own small business\, helping digital companies launch\, go to market and scale. \nThis workshop is presented by Business Foundations who assist people to start and grow businesses.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/starting-a-business-from-idea-to-income-online/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Foundations":MAILTO:digitalsolutions@businessfoundations.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130354Z
CREATED:20260702T130354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T130354Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: PhD International Mobility Grants
DESCRIPTION:Support is available for Australian PhD candidates and early- and mid-career researchers to build research links with partners in the United States\, Scotland\, France and Europe.\nApplications close 11.59pm (AEST) Wednesday\,16 September 2026. \nOpen programs: \n\nThe Australia-USA Mobility Fund supports emerging Australian health researchers to host senior US researchers for focused visits that strengthen expertise and collaboration.\nThe Australian Academy of Science (the Academy) and the Royal Society of Edinburgh (the RSE) jointly deliver the Australia-Scotland Fund (the fund)\, which provides annual grants for bilateral research visits between Australia and Scotland.\nFrance and Europe EMCR Mobility Grants support Australian researchers to travel to France and other European countries to work with leading researchers at major science and technology organisations for between 14 and 28 days.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-phd-international-mobility-grants/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260917T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260917T090000
DTSTAMP:20260907T031615Z
CREATED:20260907T031615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T031615Z
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SUMMARY:WiTWA Breakfast Networking Series | September Edition
DESCRIPTION:Your Career Won’t Elevate Itself. Paris McNeil \nJoin us for the September edition of WiTWA’s Monthly Breakfast Networking Series\, a welcoming\, community-driven space where women (and allies of all genders) come together to build genuine connections\, exchange ideas\, and learn from leaders who are shaping the future of technology\, business and leadership. \nThis month\, we’re turning the focus inward and asking an important career question: Are you making sure the value you bring is actually being seen? \nYou can be excellent at what you do\, work hard and consistently over-deliver\, but if you can’t articulate your value\, advocate for yourself and put yourself forward\, it’s easy to be overlooked for the opportunities you actually want.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/witwa-breakfast-networking-series-september-edition/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260917T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260917T230000
DTSTAMP:20260910T115213Z
CREATED:20260910T114600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T115213Z
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SUMMARY:LESI Webinar on Data Economy and Business Value Creation
DESCRIPTION:Webinar on Data Economy and Business Value Creation\n\n\n\nJoin this practical 1-hour session to explore how to assess the economic value of datasets\, discuss the key capabilities that organisations need to unlock business value from data\, and hear first-hand insights from a leading global company. \nFollowing a welcome by Erika Jimenez Leube\, President LES Spain & Portugal\, we will discuss: \n\nMarket Trends & Data Valuation Demo. Why data is a strategic business asset and why understanding its economic value matters. Includes a live demonstration of a data valuation tool. Speaker: Santiago Azcoitía\, Assistant Professor\, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid.\nFrom Data to Business Opportunities. How organisations can build the capabilities needed to transform data into new products\, services\, and business opportunities. Speaker: Francisco Velasco\, Director Open Innovation Company\nHow Leading Companies Are Creating Value from Data. Real-world lessons and practical experiences from a global enterprise on leveraging data to drive business value. Speaker: Helena Molina\, Lead IP Counsel SITA\nQ&A. Open discussion and questions by the audience.\n\nBy LES Spain & Portugal
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/les-webinar-on-data-economy-and-business-value-creation/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260914T015608Z
CREATED:20260914T015608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T015608Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation Shed - Develop Skills. Build Business. Create Momentum.
DESCRIPTION:Work directly on your idea alongside experienced mentors across multiple skill stations covering Strategy & Validation\, Product Development\, Business Model\, Financial Planning\, and Marketing & Growth. Less theory\, more doing.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/innovation-shed-develop-skills-build-business-create-momentum-4/
LOCATION:Riff: powered by Spacecubed\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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ORGANIZER;CN="With Impact In Mind":MAILTO:paul@withimpactinmind.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260829T092051Z
CREATED:20260829T092051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T092051Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation Shed
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Shed Event 5 runs that day at Riff (Spacecubed)\, with sessions planned for 9:30am and 11:30am. \nEach session gives you hands-on time at the stations that matter most to where you’re at right now: \n• Strategy & validation\n• Product development & prototyping\n• Business modelling & financial planning\n• Growth & marketing
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/innovation-shed/
LOCATION:Riff\, 45 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
ORGANIZER;CN="With Impact In Mind":MAILTO:paul@withimpactinmind.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260918T233000
DTSTAMP:20260910T115146Z
CREATED:20260910T115007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T115146Z
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SUMMARY:LESI WEBINAR: IP Valuation from Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:IP Valuation from Theory to Practice\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLES USA & Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 50-minute webinar will explore the strategic importance of intellectual property (“IP”) valuation and the wide range of business circumstances in which understanding the economic value of IP can inform better decision-making.\nThe first half of the program will examine the growing importance of intangible assets\, the principal types of IP\, and how valuation can support investment prioritization\, resource allocation\, and optimization of IP portfolios\, while addressing common misconceptions about what actually drives IP value. The second half will focus on the practical applications of IP valuation across mergers and acquisitions\, licensing and commercialization\, litigation and dispute resolution\, and financing and capital-raising activities. Throughout the discussion\, the presenters will distinguish economic value from concepts such as development cost\, patent quantity\, technological strength\, and legal validity\, while highlighting how valuation principles intersect with licensing strategy and damages analyses. The program will conclude with practical perspectives on common misconceptions surrounding IP valuation and how licensing professionals and valuation experts can work together more effectively to support commercialization\, negotiations\, and strategic decision-making.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/lesi-webinar-ip-valuation-from-theory-to-practice/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260921T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260921T124500
DTSTAMP:20260829T093348Z
CREATED:20260829T093348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T093348Z
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SUMMARY:2026 September TRW Female Founder Startup Program Webinar and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:An 8 week startup program has been specifically designed to help you test and launch your idea in the market.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe program has been developed by industry experts and successful entrepreneurs. Throughout the program you will be supported by mentors\, ensuring you get access to the best advice\, education and networks to help you to succeed on your startup journey. \n\nWhat you will gain from the program\n\n\n\n\nProven methods to test\, build and launch your idea\nConfidence to create a successful startup\nAccess to a quality mentor and peer network\nClear understanding of early stage startup legals\nAn opportunity to put into practice all of your learnings\n\nProgram starts 28 September 2026 \nJoining us this Monday\, 21 September 2026 at a webinar with Renate Crollini General manager & Program Lead\, where she will walk you through: \n🚀 The program benefits \n🚀 What the program entails \n🚀 Top tips for Founders in the Program
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2026-september-trw-female-founder-startup-program-webinar-and-qa/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260922T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260922T090000
DTSTAMP:20260920T085128Z
CREATED:20260920T085128Z
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SUMMARY:Fremantle Innovation Exchange: Creative Industries - Building Sustainable Creative Ventures
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to launch the Fremantle Innovation Exchange (FIE)\, a new initiative by the Fremantle Chamber of Commerce made possible through funding from the Meshpoints Promotions & Storytelling Challenge. \nFIE is a curated event series designed to showcase and connect innovators\, founders and industry leaders across key growth sectors in Fremantle. It brings together practical storytelling from entrepreneurs and experts alongside moderated discussion\, to explore how ideas are developed\, tested and scaled within the Blue Economy and Creative Industry sectors in Western Australia. \nEVENT 4 — Creative Industries: Building Sustainable Creative Ventures \nOld Customs House\, 8 Phillimore St\, Fremantle WA 6160\nDate: Tuesday\, 22 September 2026\nEvent: 7:30am – 9:00am\nLight refreshments will be provided\nTickets are free\, RSVP is essential \nSession Focus:\nThis session will focus on the business of creativity\, exploring how founders in the creative industries build resilient and sustainable ventures. Through case studies and discussion\, speakers will cover topics such as monetisation models\, brand building\, digital distribution\, and scaling creative work beyond local markets. The session will provide practical lessons and real-world insights to support emerging and established creatives\, while reinforcing the value of creative industries within WA’s broader innovation ecosystem.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fremantle-innovation-exchange-creative-industries-building-sustainable-creative-ventures/
LOCATION:Old Customs House\, 8 Phillimore St\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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