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SUMMARY:International Coworking Day at Spacecubed
DESCRIPTION:Curious about coworking? This is the perfect opportunity to experience it for yourself. For International Coworking Day\, we’re opening our doors across Perth and Sydney and inviting you to enjoy a free day of coworking at Spacecubed. Join us at one of our locations\, including: \n\nFLUX – 191 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\nWestern Sydney Startup Hub – 5 Fleet St\, North Parramatta\n\nWhether you’re a founder\, freelancer\, remote worker\, business owner or part of a growing team\, come and discover what it’s like to work from one of Australia’s leading innovation communities. \nWhat’s included? \n\nFree coworking for the day\nLight morning tea from 10:00am\nGuided tour of the space\nMeet our members and team\n\nBring your laptop\, settle in for the day\, and experience the energy\, connections and flexibility that make coworking at Spacecubed different. Free to attend\, with strictly limited places available. Registrations are essential.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/international-coworking-day-at-spacecubed/
LOCATION:SPACECUBED\, 45 St George Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260818T170000
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SUMMARY:CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Master the fundamental skills and techniques that will pivot your mindset to turning problems into solutions. The CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp is a comprehensive and interactive two-day\, hands-on training course focused on experiential learning. You will be immersed in real-world entrepreneurial experiences and introduced to numerous techniques to proactively seek solutions for real-world problems. \nLearn more and register here: CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ceri-entrepreneurial-mindset-bootcamp-5/
LOCATION:The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI)\, Level 1\, 22 Stirling Highway Nedlands\, WA 6009\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Director\, Strategic Initiatives (PoweringWA)
DESCRIPTION:Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold\, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED)\, your work will help drive innovation\, support local businesses\, and position WA on the global stage. If you’re ready to make a real impact – this is where your next chapter begins. \nLearn about the role and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-director-strategic-initiatives-poweringwa/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Spacecubed Breakfast Club featuring OzHarvest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s Breakfast Club at FLUX as we bring the Spacecubed community together for a morning of connection and conversation over coffee and breakfast. This month\, we’re excited to welcome OzHarvest\, Australia’s leading food rescue organisation\, for an interactive session designed to help you make the most of the food you already have at home. \nAlongside the session\, there’ll be plenty of opportunity to connect with fellow members and the broader Spacecubed community over coffee\, and breakfast provided by event partner\, Joey Zaza’s. \n🎟 Free for Spacecubed members. Not a member? Discounted Day Pass tickets are available for $40 + GST (usually $50 + GST)\, including breakfast and full access to coworking for the day\, so you can experience FLUX before and after the event.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/spacecubed-breakfast-club-featuring-ozharvest/
LOCATION:Flux\, 191 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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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:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T120000
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SUMMARY:Skalata Ventures: Hire slow\, fire fast - your first 5 hires
DESCRIPTION:Hire slow\, fire fast: your first 5 hires\nWho to bet on\, who to eject – 
and how to tell in the first 90 days. \nYour first hires will make or break the company\, and most founders get the timing exactly backwards. They agonise over who to bring on\, then wait too long to let the wrong person go. This session is a straight conversation about how to hire when no one’s heard of you yet\, how to spot the hire who looks great on paper but is wrong for the stage\, and how to read the first 90 days honestly. \nWhat you’ll leave with: \n\n\n​How to find good early hires when nobody’s heard of you and you can’t outbid on salary \n\n\n​Why the best CV in the pile is often the wrong hire for where you’re at — and how to tell the difference \n\n\n​What to actually watch for in the first 90 days to know if it’s working \n\n\n​How to let someone go early and decently\, without dragging it out \n\n\n​Join Skalata Venture Partners Tracie Clark and Shahirah Gardner\, alongside three founders who’ve built teams from scratch: \n\n\n​Ruth Hatherley\, Stryd \n\n\n​Simon Renwick\, WaveX \n\n\n​Jak Tidman\, Paperly
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/skalata-ventures-hire-slow-fire-fast-your-first-5-hires/
LOCATION:SPACECUBED\, 45 St George Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:From core story to successful commercialisation [ACS Webinar]
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for founders\, researchers\, innovators\, technologists\, commercialisation teams\, startup leaders\, and organisations seeking to move beyond technical validation into market momentum. It is particularly relevant for people working on emerging technologies\, deep tech\, AI\, sustainability\, infrastructure\, or mission-driven ventures attempting to bridge the gap between invention and adoption.\nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand how to determine whether an innovation solves a problem people viscerally care about rather than simply admire intellectually.\nGain practical frameworks for testing assumptions early and reducing the risk of building products without commercial pull.\nExplore how emerging ventures can create category leadership before markets fully mature.\nLearn how to articulate a venture’s deeper strategic significance so it resonates with customers\, media\, investors\, policymakers\, and partners.\nUnderstand how communications\, positioning\, and storytelling can operate as strategic infrastructure rather than marketing decoration.\nDevelop a stronger ability to identify hidden leverage points that can accelerate traction and cultural relevance.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/from-core-story-to-successful-commercialisation-acs-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T120000
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SUMMARY:From Idea to Business: First Steps [workshop]
DESCRIPTION:From Idea to Business: First Steps\nMost innovators end up pitching an idea\, not a business. The idea is often excellent. But an idea is not something a customer can buy\, an investor can back\, or a partner can rely on – and the gap between the two is where most good ideas quietly stall. Closing that gap is not one big leap. It is a handful of first steps\, taken in the right order. \nThis 90-minute workshop is for innovators and early-stage founders who have an idea and are trying to figure out those first practical steps. It is hands-on. You will leave with your own answers written down\, not a set of slides. \nWhat we will cover\n\nUnderstanding what you want\, and how that shapes the business (30 mins)\nYour personal goals dictate the form your business should take. Licensing\, lifestyle business\, high-growth venture\, or something else – each suits a different founder. Get this wrong and you will spend years building something you do not want.\n\nYour secret sauce: intellectual property and your unique selling proposition\n\nWhat do you actually own\, and why would a customer choose you over the alternative? Two questions every founder gets asked and few can answer clearly.\n\nCustomers\, investors and the priority actions\n\nWho needs to say yes\, in what order\, and what does each of them need to see before they will?\n\nBringing it together: your 100 day plan\n\nThe difference between momentum and busyness is a plan. You will build the first one hundred days of yours.\n\nWho should come \n\nInnovators\, technical founders and anyone with an idea they are serious about. No business background assumed. No jargon\, no consultant-speak.\n\nDetails \nThursday 20 August 2026\, 10:00am to 11:30am | Saltwater\, Busselton | Free to attend. Places strictly limited to 12. | Bring your laptop or notebook! \nAbout Experia Growth \nExperia Growth is a Perth-based startup with 100+ years of combined experience across startups\, scale-ups and enterprise. Our flagship business build\, LaunchFocus\, turns a raw idea into a properly structured\, funding-ready business in 12 months. \nwww.experiagrowth.com.au
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/from-idea-to-business-first-steps-workshop/
LOCATION:Saltwater\, 9 Queen St\, Busselton\, WA\, 6280\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T140000
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SUMMARY:Western Australian Commercialisation Hub Industry Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open\, seeking a qualified and experienced operator organisation to undertake the implementation and operation of a new Western Australian (WA) innovation hub. \nFunded by the New Industries and Innovation Fund (NIIF)\, 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 also support scaleups across commercial competencies such as financial literacy and capital raising\, strategic planning\, networking and mentorship\, market expansion and access to capital funding. \nINDUSTRY BRIEFING SESSION  \nTime: 1 – 2 pm\nDate: 20 August 2026\nLocation: Floor 11 – 1 William Street\, Perth \n\nTo register to attend email your interest to: Innovation@DEED.wa.gov.au
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/western-australian-commercialisation-hub-industry-briefing/
LOCATION:Level 11\, 1 William Street\, Level 11\, 1 William Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T170000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: RBA x Digital Finance CRC Industry Groups Exploring Tokenisation - EOIs
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping to shape the future of tokenised wholesale financial markets in Australia? \nAs part of the future work program announced in the Project Acacia report\, the RBA and Digital Finance CRC calling for expressions of interest to join: \n– A new senior-level Australian tokenisation advisory group\n– A new deposit token working group. \nThese groups will bring together industry expertise to identify and shape priorities\, contribute industry insights\, and inform discussions on the opportunities and challenges associated with tokenised finance and deposit tokens. It is intended that the deposit token working group will build and test new infrastructure for tokenised money. \nApplications are open to industry participants from Australia and overseas with highly relevant experience across financial markets\, technology\, investment\, legal and public policy fields. \nExpressions of interest close 20 August 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-rba-x-digital-finance-crc-industry-groups-exploring-tokenisation-eois/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T193000
DTSTAMP:20260723T033751Z
CREATED:20260723T033751Z
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SUMMARY:Shark Tank South West Style | Shelter Busselton
DESCRIPTION:Watch innovative founders pitch live\, vote for the people’s choice winner\, network with investors\, founders\, and others from the business and innovation communities plus be there for our big reveal!  This free event includes a drink and nibbles and is part of Emergence Creative Collision – an afternoon of creativity & innovation.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/shark-tank-south-west-style-shelter-busselton/
LOCATION:Shelter Brewery\, 11 Foreshore Parade\, Busselton\, WA\, 6280\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Tech Village":MAILTO:mathew.lewis@ecu.edu.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T193000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T203000
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SUMMARY:Pitch Perfect - Where Local Business Ideas Take Centre Stage
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening of live pitches\, networking and innovation as local entrepreneurs and emerging business owners take the stage to share their vision for the future.\nThis high-energy pitch competition brings together 10 small business owners and start-ups from across the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale\, each competing for a major $1\,500 seed funding prize\, along with 2nd Place\, 3rd Place and People’s Choice awards. Contestants will pitch their business idea\, product or growth plan in front of a live audience and judging panel made up of local business leaders and industry professionals. \nHear firsthand from passionate founders and innovators\, make valuable connections and discover the ideas\, products and services helping shape the future of our region. Whether you’re a business owner\, aspiring entrepreneur\, community supporter or simply curious about what’s happening locally\, Pitch Perfect offers a unique opportunity to be inspired\, learn something new and support local talent.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pitch-perfect-where-local-business-ideas-take-centre-stage/
LOCATION:King Road Brewing Co.\, 796 King Rd\, Oldbury\, WA\, 6121
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260802T005652Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Startup Muster Survey 2026
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 August 24th\, 2026. \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:20260824T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T102220Z
CREATED:20260803T101959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T102220Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Director\, Evaluation (DEED)
DESCRIPTION:DEED is seeking an exceptional leader to establish and lead a strategically focused evaluation function that strengthens evidence-based decision-making across the Department. \nJoin a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold\, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED)\, your work will help drive innovation\, support local businesses\, and position WA on the global stage. If you’re ready to make a real impact – this is where your next chapter begins. \nLearn about the role and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-director-evaluation-deed/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260407T011328Z
CREATED:20260407T011328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T011328Z
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SUMMARY:State of Social '26
DESCRIPTION:State of Social is an award-winning digital and social marketing conference. In 2026\, it’s an educational\, provocative experience where the industry’s sharpest minds gather to challenge assumptions\, share hard-won insights and figure out what actually works in modern marketing. \nOver two days at Optus Stadium in Perth\, Australia\, SOS26 goes deep on ‘Friction’; the tension between strategy and instinct\, creativity and constraint\, humans and machines\, ambition and budgets. Not as a problem to solve\, but as the thing that\, when you understand it\, makes you a better marketer. \nDay one fires up your imagination with keynotes and breakouts from the industry’s most compelling thinkers. Day two gets practical\, with deep-dive education sessions across strategy\, creativity\, technology and more. And it’s all available for you to rewatch on-demand with an All Access ticket. \nNo sales pitches. No recycled content. Just honest conversations\, fresh perspectives\, and 24-plus hours of programming designed to make you think differently and work smarter. Plus gourmet food\, bottomless barista-brewed coffee and those signature SOS experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/state-of-social-26/
LOCATION:Optus Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260825T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260719T040942Z
CREATED:20260719T040942Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of IP Dispute Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Delivered by Sir Colin Birss – Chancellor of the High Court of England and Wales \nThe legal landscape is changing before our eyes. The advent of AI and digital assets\, the internationalisation of dispute resolution\, and the changing expectations of users\, all pose challenges\, and intellectual property has always raised issues of its own. \nThis lecture will examine the state of IP litigation today in the wider context\, consider where it needs to be in the future\, and look at how we need to adapt to meet the challenges.\nThe topics include the major legal problems in IP which will need to be addressed; the legal and practical impact of artificial intelligence; the importance of digital assets and tokenisation; and the emergence of alternative modes of resolving dispute resolution. \nTuesday 25 August – 8pm (livestream)
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-future-of-ip-dispute-resolution/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260728T003602Z
CREATED:20260728T003602Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Meshpoints AI & Society Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Meshpoints AI & Society Challenge seeks collaborative initiatives that strengthen AI capability\, expand access to emerging technologies\, and create more inclusive pathways for Western Australians to participate in and shape an AI-enabled future\, regardless of sector\, stage or postcode.\nProjects may focus on education\, entrepreneurship\, community participation\, technology access\, industry collaboration or new approaches that build capability across WA’s innovation ecosystem. \nLearn more and apply here. EOIs Close 27 August
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-meshpoints-ai-society-challenge/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260805T091913Z
CREATED:20260805T091826Z
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SUMMARY:Global Innovation Showcase\, presented by Perth Landing Pad
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening celebrating the founders\, ideas and partnerships driving international innovation in Western Australia.\nPresented by Perth Landing Pad\, this showcase brings together international startups\, local founders\, investors\, industry leaders and ecosystem partners to explore how innovative businesses are choosing Perth as a launchpad for growth. \nPerth Landing Pad is delivered by Spacecubed\, with the support of the City of Perth and the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification. \nWhat to expect\n\nHear from international founders who have successfully expanded into WA and learn what they’ve discovered along the way.\nExpert panel discussion: Expanding into WA as an International Founder\, featuring Perth Landing Pad alumni and international expansion experts sharing practical insights\, challenges and opportunities for scaling into new markets.\nDiscover globally innovative businesses now calling Perth home and explore the products\, technologies and ideas they’re bringing to WA.\nConnect with the ecosystem over networking drinks with founders\, investors\, government representatives\, industry leaders and the wider innovation community.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/global-innovation-showcase-presented-by-perth-landing-pad/
LOCATION:SPACECUBED\, 45 St George Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260804T113431Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) Australia Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Intelligent Transport Systems industry’s most prestigious night celebrating excellence\, innovation and leadership across Australia’s transport future\nFor more than a decade\, the Awards have recognised the growing influence of ITS – across connected\, electric and automated vehicles\, smart infrastructure\, intelligent mobility\, transport data\, and research and development. \nShowcasing contributions that deliver real-world outcomes and support safer\, smarter and more sustainable transport systems. \nCategories also recognise individual excellence – including emerging leaders\, outstanding women in ITS\, and lifetime achievement. Winners will be announced at a gala dinner and ceremony in Brisbane.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-intelligent-transport-systems-its-australia-awards/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T082149Z
CREATED:20260731T082149Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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: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: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: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:20260923T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260626T063213Z
CREATED:20260626T063213Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260804T034911Z
CREATED:20260804T034911Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261002T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260808T105340Z
CREATED:20260806T063745Z
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SUMMARY:Now You're in Business - CERI Women Entrepreneur Series
DESCRIPTION:Now You’re in Business – Managing growth\, leadership\, complexity and scaling a business for long-term success.\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\nKate O’Hara\, CEO Foodbank WA & NED\nAaron McDonald\, Founder & Managing Principal Pragma Legal\nBrigadier Amanda Williamson\, Retired Army Commander\, Founder & Principal RedLine Consulting\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/now-youre-in-business-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:20261014T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260806T085110Z
CREATED:20260806T085110Z
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SUMMARY:Women of the Pilbara Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Held over two days at the Hedland Hotel in Port Hedland\, the Forum celebrates the leadership\, innovation and contribution of women across industry\, business and community. From local entrepreneurs to senior leaders in major organisations\, the event showcases the diverse talent driving progress across the Pilbara.\nIt provides a platform to share knowledge\, elevate voices and support the continued growth of women as leaders\, decision-makers and changemakers within our communities and industries. \nThrough inspiring keynote speakers\, thought-provoking panel discussions and authentic local stories\, attendees gain valuable insight\, build meaningful connections and contribute to conversations that support a strong\, inclusive and sustainable future for the Pilbara. \nThe Women of the Pilbara Forum plays an important role in strengthening regional leadership and fostering the networks that will shape the next chapter of our region.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/women-of-the-pilbara-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Hedland Hotel\, Cnr Lukis And\, McGregor St\, Port Hedland\, WA\, 6721
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261014T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T010736Z
CREATED:20260614T010736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T010736Z
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SUMMARY:IAB Australia Perth Market Update 2026
DESCRIPTION:The IAB Australia are coming back to WA to provide a market update together with a range of critical industry topics. IAB members\, publishers\, tech vendors\, agencies and marketers will attend this session with 3 hours of content followed by networking. \nThe event will cover key topics from both a local and global perspective affecting the online advertising industry from product\, people and operational perspectives.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/iab-australia-perth-market-update-2026/
LOCATION:Perth Town Hall\, 601 Hay Street\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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