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SUMMARY:Hedland Economic Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s Hedland Economic Forum is a one-day event featuring expert speakers\, insightful talks and interactive panel discussions.\nThe forum aims to address key economic issues and trends relevant to the region\, offering valuable insights and fostering networking among attendees. The event concludes with a sundowner\, providing a relaxed atmosphere for participants to mingle\, discuss insights\, and explore collaboration opportunities\, ultimately promoting economic growth and community engagement in Port Hedland.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/hedland-economic-forum/
LOCATION:Wanangkura Stadium\, Hamilton Road\, South Hedland\, WA\, 6722\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:BHP Xplor Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:BHP Xplor is searching for the next wave of innovative mineral exploration companies to join its accelerator program.\nNow entering its fourth year\, the program provides selected participants with US$500\,000 in equity-free funding\, technical and commercial support\, and the opportunity to partner with BHP to fast-track their exploration journey. \nIn this live session\, you’ll hear directly from the BHP Xplor team and past program participants. We’ll break down the core elements of the program\, what the selection committee is looking for in applications\, and how successful companies have benefited. \nThe session will also cover: \n\nWhat makes a compelling application\nHow BHP provides technical and commercial support\nThe program structure and timelines\nInsights from previous participants\nLive Q&A with the BHP Xplor team\nIf you’re a junior exploration company with a bold idea\, an academic with an exciting concept\, or a startup pushing the boundaries of discovery\, this is your chance to learn how BHP Xplor can help you de-risk and accelerate your project.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bhp-xplor-online-information-session-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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SUMMARY:BHP Xplor Information Session & Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:BHP invites you to a breakfast briefing at The Westin Perth to hear more about BHP Xplor\, a cohort-based accelerator program supporting early-stage mineral exploration companies.\nNow entering its fourth year\, the program supports explorers with US$500\,000 in equity-free funding and practical\, hands-on support across technical\, business and operational readiness. \nIf you’re preparing to raise capital\, building a discovery team or if you simply have a promising concept you’d like to push forward\, this is your chance to meet the Xplor team and ask questions about the 2026 application round.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bhp-xplor-information-session-breakfast/
LOCATION:The Westin\, 4480 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:BHP Xplor Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Funding for early-stage exploration is a huge challenge for the mining sector\, which is facing a severe discovery deficit at precisely the time we need to find more metals to feed the energy transition.\nBHP’s answer to this acute challenge is BHP Xplor\, a global accelerator program targeting innovative\, early-stage mineral exploration companies looking for the critical resources necessary to drive the energy transition. \nTo learn more about BHP Xplor join this free-to-attend webinar.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bhp-xplor-online-information-session-1/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241009T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260525T182025
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: BHB Xplor Program
DESCRIPTION:BHP Xplor is a 6-month\, accelerator program for early stage explorers looking to fast-track and de-risk their geologic concepts and become investment ready. \nThe BHP Xplor program is BHP’s front door for early-stage opportunities in the junior exploration market. \nWe are searching globally for the next generation of explorers who are ready to think about the earth’s minerals systems differently to unlock the critical minerals needed for the energy transition. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-bhb-xplor-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240930T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240930T110000
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SUMMARY:BHP Xplor Breakfast Symposium
DESCRIPTION:BHP Xplor is a global accelerator program targeting innovative\, early-stage mineral exploration companies to find the critical resources necessary to drive the energy transition.​ \nLearn more about the program and meet the team:  \nDate: 30 September 2024\nTiming: 07:30-11:00 (Registration starts from 07:30)\nVenue: Pan Pacific Perth\, (Goldsworthy Room) 207 Adelaide Terrace\, Perth WA 6000\, Australia
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bhp-xplor-breakfast-symposiums/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Hotel Perth\, 207 Adelaide Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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