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SUMMARY:Sector Briefing: The Future of Aged Care
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s aged care sector is on the cusp of major transformation\, driven by shifting demographics\, urgent workforce needs\, and evolving national policy. \nBusiness News is proud to present a high-level panel of experts and decision-makers who will explore the challenges and opportunities facing aged care in WA\, from technological advances and funding pressures to workforce reform and housing solutions for our ageing population. \nThis timely and relevant discussion will bring together voices from across the sector to share strategies\, foster collaboration\, and help shape a more sustainable\, person-centred future for aged care in Western Australia.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/sector-briefing-the-future-of-aged-care/
LOCATION:Crown Perth\, Great Eastern Highway\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:The Capital Advantage - Accessing the UK and Navigating the London Markets
DESCRIPTION:The Capital Advantage: Accessing the UK and Navigating the London Markets\nPresented by the London Stock Exchange\, Bird & Bird\, and the British Consulate-General Perth \nJoin the British Consulate General in Perth for a focused breakfast panel exploring how legal\, capital\, and government pathways can unlock growth in the UK for Western Australian companies and investors. \n\nDate and time: Wednesday 3 September\, 8.00am – 9.30am\nVenue: Perth Library\, 573 Hay Street\, Perth WA\nFormat: 30 minute presentation\, followed by Q&A and networking\nRefreshments: Light breakfast and coffee provided \nSpeakers:\n \n\nMichael Dawes – Partner\, Bird & Bird: Legal insights including cross-border strategy to access or raise money in the UK\, and other regulatory considerations.\nThom Abbott – Head of SE Asia & Australasia\, London Stock Exchange Group: Capital raising and pathways for early to late-stage companies\, plus investor appetite.\nFinty Clowry Steele – Investment Manager\, British Consulate-General Perth: UK Government support mechanisms\, inward investment opportunities\, and alignment with the UK’s New Industrial Strategy.\n\nBackground: \nLondon continues to evolve as a premier global financial centre. Recent reforms to the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market have simplified the listing process\, introduced a single category for commercial companies and a dedicated category for dual-listed companies\, and made it easier for founder-led and technology-driven businesses to access capital. These changes support dual-class share structures and streamline disclosure requirements – making London an increasingly attractive destination for international growth. \nQuestions: jeehyun.ahn@fcdo.gov.uk \nWho should attend: \nCompanies in \n\nresources\,\ntechnology\,\nlife sciences and\ncritical minerals – as well as any organisation looking to access opportunities in the UK.\n\n1-1 follow-up meetings with the panellists can be organised upon request. \n\nAbout the speakers: \n \nMichael Dawes is a partner in the London office of Bird & Bird\, an international law firm. Michael is a senior corporate finance lawyer\, with over 25 years’ experience of advising on equity capital markets and public and private M&A transactions\, predominantly in the natural resources and technology sectors. He acts on transactions globally\, and having previously worked in Sydney he has a particular interest in helping Australian companies to access the UK – whether it be an ASX-listed mining company looking to dual list here\, or a smaller fintech company looking to expand into the UK and Europe. Bird & Bird has 33 offices worldwide\, including the major cities of Europe\, as well as Sydney. \n \nThom Abbott is Head of SE Asia and Australasia\, Primary Markets for the London Stock Exchange. Thom is responsible for supporting companies and their investors understand the process of going public and life as a listed company on London’s markets. Thom joined the exchange in 2017 to support the international development of an initiative for private companies looking to ready themselves for IPO. Prior to LSE\, Thom worked at Chinese investment bank CITIC in Beijing and led the expansion of Foresight Science and Technology in Asia\, performing valuation work and managing technology licensing deals globally. Thom studied International Relations and Finance at the University of Leeds\, and was a Taiwan Ministry of Education Scholarship recipient\, studying at National Sun Yat Sen University. \n \nFinty Clowry Steele is an Investment Manager at the British Consulate-General in Perth. She supports innovative Australian companies to access the UK’s capital markets\, scale internationally\, and connect with venture capital\, strategic partners\, and government-backed support. Through DBT’s global network\, she helps businesses navigate the UK’s financial ecosystem\, identify growth opportunities\, and accelerate market entry. Previously\, Finty worked in Mergers & Acquisitions and Leveraged Finance\, advising private equity sponsors and corporates in life sciences\, industrials\, mining\, and technology on strategic transactions. She holds an undergraduate degree from University College London and a Master’s in International Business and Finance. \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-capital-advantage-accessing-the-uk-and-navigating-the-london-markets/
LOCATION:City of Perth Library\, 573 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250904T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250904T143000
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SUMMARY:Science 2035: Australia's Future National Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This National Symposium is essential for industry leaders looking for in-depth analysis to inform their future directions\, for science and policy leaders tasked with shaping the Australian science\, education and immigration landscapes\, and for philanthropists needing to make nation building investment decisions. \nYou are invited to join for these critical conversation and to share this invitation widely with your networks. \nSpeakers \n\nProfessor Ian Chubb AC FAA FTSE\, Convenor of Australian Science\, Australia’s Future: Science 2035\nTony Cook PSM\, Secretary\, Department of Education\nProfessor Kate Darian-Smith FASSA\, President\, Academy of Social Sciences in Australia\nRobyn Denholm\, Chair\, Strategic Examination of Research and Development\nProfessor Susan Dodds FAHA\, Deputy Chair\, Australian Research Council\nProfessor Mark Ferguson\, Chair\, European Innovation Council\, former Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of Ireland\nProfessor Stephen Garton AM FAHA FASSA\, President\, Australian Academy of the Humanities\nProfessor Barney Glover AO FTSE\, Commissioner\, Jobs and Skills Australia\nRosemary Huxtable AO PSM\, Lead\, National Health and Medical Research Strategy\nProfessor Chennupati Jagadish AC PresAA FRS FREng FTSE\, President\, Australian Academy of Science\nJoseph Mitchell\, Assistant Secretary\, Australia Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)\nMeghan Quinn PSM\, Secretary\, Department of Industry\, Science and Resources\nAdjunct Professor Peter Rossdeutscher AM\, Chair\, Industry Innovation and Science Australia\nProfessor Lynette Russell AM\, Monash Indigenous Studies Centre\, Monash University\nProfessor Margaret Sheil AO FAA FTSE\, Vice Chancellor\, QUT and Secretary Policy\, Australian Academy of Science\nProfessor Peter Shergold AC FASSA\, Chair\, Australian Research Council\nDr Hayley Teasdale\, Head Science Policy and Advice\, Australian Academy of Science\nMartijn Wilder AM\, Chair\, National Reconstruction Fund\n\nThe event will be held in Canberra and there will be an online live stream \nRead more about the event and register: https://www.science.org.au/news-and-events/events/national-symposium-2025
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/science-2035-australias-future-national-symposium/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250910T170000
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SUMMARY:WA BioCheers with Orthocell
DESCRIPTION:BioCheers brings together AusBiotech members and non-members in the life sciences\, including therapeutics\, medical technology (devices and diagnostics)\, digital health\, and agri-biotech sectors.\nThese informal networking events provide an opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues\, share ideas\, build relationships and make new contacts in Western Australia’s vibrant biotechnology community.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-biocheers-with-orthocell/
LOCATION:Fraser’s Kings Park\, 60 Fraser Avenue\, Perth\, WA\, 6005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250915T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250915T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Innovation Consultant (South Metropolitan Health Service)
DESCRIPTION:South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS) is seeking a forward-thinking Innovation Consultant to collaborate with the Transformation and Organisational Development team\, driving the discovery of new growth opportunities and sustaining a competitive advantage within the rapidly evolving healthcare sector. \nThe successful applicant/s shall be responsible for enabling and supporting innovation within the South Metropolitan Health Service by fostering a culture of open collaboration\, engaging and networking with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and managing the operations of the SMHS innovation function and space\, the Kaartdijin
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-innovation-consultant-south-metropolitan-health-service/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250916T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250916T190000
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SUMMARY:ASME Webinar: Clinician by Day\, Startup by Night
DESCRIPTION:Hear from clinicians balancing healthcare work with entrepreneurship\n\n\n📅 Tuesday 16th September 2025\n🕕 7.30pm – 9.00pm AEST
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/asme-webinar-clinician-by-day-startup-by-night/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Society for Medical Entrepreneurship &amp%3B Innovation (ASME)":MAILTO:info@asme.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250918T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250918T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: MTPConnect’s 2025 Australian Medtech Trade Mission to the US
DESCRIPTION:Join MTPConnect’s trade mission to The MedTech Conference in San Diego. \nMTPConnect is leading this mission for medtech startups\, SMEs\, researchers\, tech transfer professionals and entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative technologies and unique capabilities\, explore partnering opportunities and build valuable connections into international markets. \n\n\nHeld ahead of the conference\, the busy commercial program (2-3 October) will include site visits to leading companies\, hospitals and research institutes\, expert insights on fundraising (including meeting venture capital firms) and updates on the US regulatory and payor systems and networking events. The MedTech Conference 2025 (6-9 October) will convene over 4\,000 industry leaders from companies designing\, producing and distributing advanced medical technologies. The conference offers an interactive educational program\, business development and partnering\, product showcasing and networking opportunities over four full days at the San Diego Convention Center. \nNote that delegates must travel to arrive in San Diego on 1 October 2025\, ready for this two-day program on 2-3 October 2025. \nCompanies who register for the delegation will automatically qualify as a co-exhibitor on the Australian pavilion and can showcase their brand and contact information to the global medtech community. \nThe cost of participation in MTPConnect’s 2025 Australian Medtech Trade Mission to the US with co-exhibitor status at the Australian Pavilion is AUD$2\,500* (ex. GST). \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-mtpconnects-2025-australian-medtech-trade-mission-to-the-us/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250918T135000
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SUMMARY:Discover Engage Connect @ UWA Data Institute Research Bytes
DESCRIPTION:Join us as UWA researchers share the latest developments across data-driven science\, engineering\, health\, and the humanities. This is your chance to see how UWA researchers are tackling complex challenges\, building cross-disciplinary collaborations\, and creating new opportunities for industry engagement. \n\n\nWith speakers ranging from early-career researchers and field-leading academics\, this Research Bytes session offers a front-row seat to some of the most exciting data-driven research happening in WA. This is a great opportunity for industry\, academia and the community to better understand where data meets impact – this is a session you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/discover-engage-connect-uwa-data-institute-research-bytes-2/
LOCATION:UWA Oceans Institute\, Fairway\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250919T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250921T170000
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SUMMARY:WA Health Hackathon 2025
DESCRIPTION:Collaborate with other innovators at this year’s Health Hackathon to create real-world solutions that’ll transform WA’s healthcare system.\nAre you ready to make a real impact on Western Australia’s healthcare system? The WA Health Hackathon 2025—presented by the WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) in partnership with the Department of Health and key industry stakeholders—is your opportunity to turn groundbreaking ideas into action. \nThis event brings together innovators and AI enthusiasts to tackle pressing challenges across our healthcare system. Armed with synthetic data and guided by expert mentors\, participants will collaborate on real-world problems—developing prototypes that have the potential to transform patient care and operational efficiency. \nWhether you’re a student\, developer\, data scientist\, healthcare professional\, or creative thinker\, this hackathon offers the perfect chance to apply your skills for meaningful change. Plus\, compete for exciting prizes and ongoing support to scale your solution beyond the event. \nLearn more and register here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-health-hackathon-2025/
LOCATION:Curtin University\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250923T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T221855
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SUMMARY:Student Post Graduate Commercialisation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This one-day\, intensive workshop is designed to guide you through the essential aspects of research commercialisation\, from protecting intellectual property to partnering with industry and other commercialisation experts. \nGain valuable insights and a clearer view of the commercial potential of your research. Plus\, it’s free for research higher degree students!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/student-post-graduate-commercialisation-workshop/
LOCATION:Perth CBD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250926T171500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250926T210000
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SUMMARY:Innovation in Medicine 2025
DESCRIPTION:A flagship student-industry event\, with an insightful panel discussion centred around the theme: the Evolution of Biomedical Engineering.\nPanelists will share valuable insights into the advancements and transformations within biomedical engineering\, highlight the variety of roles across the medtech industry\, and reflect on their unique career journeys.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/innovation-in-medicine-2025/
LOCATION:Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research\, 6 Verdun Street\, Nedlands\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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