What are investors looking for in 2026?  ​The bar for capital raising has never been higher. With greater competition, and AI making timelines from MVP to market much faster, the funding landscape for 2026 looks very different from even a few years ago. For funding, this means increased selectivity, heightened due diligence and a focus on clear pathways to revenue, adding new pressure for founders. ​So what do founders need to know? And what do investors really want? Join us online this […]

On 24 February, from 10:00 to 11:30 CET, the Net-Zero Industries Mission (NIM), the Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation (AFID), and the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) will jointly host a webinar dedicated to the hydrogen value chain. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of how hydrogen ecosystems are being developed and scaled, with a […]

The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub is delivering an exciting Spotlight event in February featuring John Van Der Wielen, Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund Advisory Council Chair. The FHRI Fund is a major WA Government initiative, backed by sovereign wealth, to fund health and medical research, innovation, and commercialisation. Join John and our […]

Hear from the recently launched Western Australian GreenTech Hub, about their mission to support green entrepreneurship and innovation in WA. The Hub hosts innovation challenges to help solve WA’s most pressing sustainability issues. These challenges see participants develop solutions that align directly to the needs of industry and communities, whilst accelerating their own enterprises. Learn […]

Foundry is Blackbird’s launchpad for ambitious researchers who want to test a science-led startup idea and level up fast. Program cost: Free. Time commitment: 8 weeks, minimum 4 hour weekly commitment. Cohort size: 10 teams per cohort. Location: Hybrid (online + in-person sessions in Australia). Funding: $1k non-dilutive per team. We take no equity. Prize […]

BrewHub and Connect & Autonomo Training Academy Launch - Feb 25 Celebrating the official launch of the Autônomo Training Academy at the AARP, adding another milestone to the precinct and further strengthening the community. This morning tea style event is a fantastic opportunity to meet and connect with current AARP Users, key stakeholders and the […]

MTPConnect invites you to a practical webinar designed to help you build competitive Cooperative Research Centres-Projects (CRC-P) applications, delivered through our WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub (WALSIH), Adelaide Intermediary Program (AIP) and Industry Growth Program (IGP) service. This webinar is available exclusively to companies and innovators based in SA and WA, and/or IGP clients. What […]

The AI Innovation Summit Australia-India returns for its second edition, building on the inaugural event held in August 2023. This summit is part of the International AI Innovation Summits Series, run by Innovation Australia in Perth, and marks the eighth event in the series.  Rather than focusing only on AI technology itself, this event is […]

Where technology meets the humans who make it work - ACS x What The Heck Is Tech Series Join ACS, the AFL and What the Heck is Tech for a fast-paced webinar featuring an insider perspective from one of Australia’s most high-performance organisations. Hear directly from John Sinistaj as they unpack how technology powers performance, […]

Since its launch in August 2025, the WA GreenTech Hub has been driving innovation, building connections and supporting the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future for Western Australia. Now, let’s take some time to celebrate! Come and join us on Wednesday 25 February from 4 to 7 PM for a relaxed late-afternoon sundowner where we’ll […]

Speakers from Centre of Decommissioning Australia, Synergy and SIA Partners join together to discuss best practices for responsibly retiring renewable energy assets and traditional infrastructure. This session highlights the growing need for structured end of life strategies as fleets mature and regulatory expectations evolve. Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/end-of-life-and-decommissioning-tickets-1982249183669

Join Cluster Connect and Successful Grants for an engaging workshop designed to empower businesses with the tools and insights needed to proactively prepare for grants and funding opportunities. Whether you’re new to grants or looking to improve your success rate, this session will provide practical advice and actionable tips. Key Topics: Understanding the Grant Landscape: […]

During this workshop, you will complete a diagnostic which will pinpoint the areas you need to focus on to scale your business. Justin Davies will dive into the stories of his two current clients who have walked this exact path over the last 18 months, breaking down the real world changes they made to double […]

Celebrate the inaugural WA Social Impact Incubator cohort Join WASEC to celebrate 16 visionary social entrepreneurs building the future of social enterprise in Western Australia. Over six months, with support from mentors and sector experts, these founders have been developing startups that respond to critical social challenges. Now they are ready to share their progress […]

Join CERI for an exclusive webinar with Kate O’Connor, the strategic mind behind Bluey’s meteoric growth, from beloved Aussie icon to a $4B global brand. Learn how she built Bluey into what it is today, as the strategic backbone of the brand for six years. Find out how she created optimal value, how she knew […]

Liquidity Unlocked: How to stake real estate on Oceanpoint.fi Learn where real estate tokenization is heading in 2026 and beyond. Learn how to stake real estate on Oceanpoint.fi and help support marketplaces launching using Blocksquare technology. Connect with investors, marketplace operators, and builders in the RWA space. Get inspired by local and global success stories […]

Businesses are consuming more resources than ever — yet waste, inefficiency and lost value remain built into how many products and systems are designed. As pressure mounts from climate targets, procurement expectations and rising costs, circular design is no longer a niche sustainability concept, but a commercial imperative. This webinar explores how circular thinking can […]