​On Wednesday, 28 January 2026 (10:00AM – 11:00am AEDT), KPMG will launch their KPMG High Growth Venture Exit Readiness Gap Report with a live webinar with key insiders on the topic to open up the conversation and share actionable ways to build towards successful outcomes. In this session, hear about: Why exits stay in the […]

The Startup WA 2026 AGM will be held at Riff in Perth CBD. 📅 Wed 28 Jan ⏰ 5–6pm + networking drinks afterwards Attending the AGM is the best way to hear what they have planned for 2026, ask questions directly, and help shape StartupWA’s priorities for the year ahead. All members welcome!

An event for aspiring founders from research/technical backgrounds, early teams, solo builders, students who ship, and founders planning a raise in the next 12 months. Blackbird are hosting VC learning sessions in cities across Australia and New Zealand covering how venture works in 2026 for deep tech companies, how to raise well, and how Foundry helps […]

You're Invited to the Communities of Interest (COI) meet up for Creative & Tech Innovation bodies and groups as part of the Meshpoints programs. Each group is open to pitch for 5 minutes for their 2026 programs and beyond. We'll form a networking session at the Backlot Cinema from 4-6 pm on 29th January 2026. […]

There is a recognised need for improved and expanded education for startups and innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to become ‘investment ready’ and/or to scale their businesses, as well as a need to expand the education and ability of investors and corporates to deliver better access to investment capital for startups and innovative SMEs […]

Innovate Joondalup delivers a range of business support programs designed to help local startups, entrepreneurs and established businesses thrive in the City of Joondalup. Led by expert industry training providers, there are a range of fully subsidised programs offer mentorship, hands-on learning and powerful networking opportunities to accelerate your success. The City has partnered with […]

The City of Joondalup Plus Eight Sprint is a six-week skill-building and business growth program. It is exclusive and free for businesses owned or operated in the City of Joondalup or for City of Joondalup residents. It connects you with a community of successful mentors, investors and advisors  to help you take your business idea to […]

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) is inviting expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals to fill member vacancies on the Industry Growth Program Committee. The Industry Growth Program Committee (the Committee) provides advice to the IISA Board and Industry Growth Program (the program) delegate on matters relating to the operation of the […]

The role of the CRC Advisory Committee (the Committee) is to provide advice and recommendations to the Minister for Industry and Science on the CRC Program. Specifically, Committee members: assess grant applications based on the CRC Program’s objectives and assessment criteria, and provide advice as required on the ongoing progress and performance of individual CRCs […]