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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:20260903T170000
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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:20260909T090000
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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:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T200000
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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
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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
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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:20260923T133000
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SUMMARY:WA Private Wealth Adviser Forum
DESCRIPTION:PWNs annual Private Wealth Adviser Forum comes to Perth\, bringing the state’s leading advisers to families of significant wealth together for a half-day of practical learning\, peer exchange\, and discussion on the future of family office advice.\nAs generational wealth transfer accelerates\, advisers are expected to deliver more than technical expertise. Families now expect guidance through family dynamics that cross generations\, geographies\, and governance structures — and PWN is where advisers come to build that capability. \nThis Forum is designed to meet that shift — strengthening skills\, sharpening commercial practice\, and building a trusted community of leading advisers. \nSuitable for any professionals working closely with individuals and families of significant wealth; Lawyers\, Accountants\, Wealth Managers\, Financial Planners\, Technology Consultants\, Family Office Executives and Advisers\, Family Business Advisers\, Estate Planning Specialists\, Trustees\, Insurance and Risk Advisers\, Psychologists and Family Coaches working with family enterprises. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-private-wealth-adviser-forum/
LOCATION:The Ritz Carlton\, 1 Barrack Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260930T170000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WA Commercialisation Hub
DESCRIPTION:The WA Government is seeking a qualified and experienced operator organisation to undertake the implementation and operation of the WA Commercialisation Hub.\nFunded by the New Industries and Innovation Fund (NIIF)\, formerly known as the New Industries Fund\, the WA Commercialisation Hub will act as a bridge between research\, industry\, and government to transform innovative ideas into market-ready products. \nThe Hub will provide support for business growth with specific focus on intellectual property (IP) management\, commercialisation and scale-up support services. \nIt will support scaleups across commercial competencies such as financial literacy and capital raising\, strategic planning\, networking and mentorship\, market expansion and access to capital funding. \nThe WA Commercialisation Hub will be funded at $2 million over a four-year period from date of commencement. \nExpressions of Interest (EOI) to operate the WA Commercialisation Hub close at 5pm (AWST) on 30 September 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-wa-commercialisation-hub/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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