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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: DEED - Policy Officer Role
DESCRIPTION:The Strategy\, Performance and International Engagement Group shapes and aligns strategy\, policy\, planning\, evaluation and communication across DEED to ensure effective delivery\, resource utility and a continued focus on Government’s priorities.\nThe Strategy and Commonwealth Engagement team is seeking two highly capable and motivated individuals to join our team – there is a Level 4 and Level 5 Policy Officer role available. \nAs a Policy Officer\, you will contribute to the development and coordination of evidence-based policy and strategic initiatives by conducting research\, analysing issues and preparing strategic advice for decision-makers. \nWorking collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders\,\, you will provide advice on policy matters across a broad range of Government priorities that support the State’s economic development\, diversification and energy transition objectives. You will also support the Department’s engagement with the Commonwealth Government on shared priorities in economic development\, industry development and strategic policy\, providing clear and coordinated advice that strengthens intergovernmental collaboration and outcomes for the State. \nThis is an exciting opportunity for a policy professional who enjoys research\, analysis\, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving. You will contribute to the development of policies and strategic initiatives that support Government priorities and help drive Western Australia’s economic growth\, diversification and long-term prosperity.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-deed-policy-officer-role/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: EXA: Aboriginal Business Pavilion 2027
DESCRIPTION:Launched at Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) in 2023\, the Western Australian (WA) Government’s Aboriginal Business Pavilion has provided businesses with a platform to showcase their products\, technologies\, innovations and services to the domestic and international energy supply chain. \nIf you are a WA Aboriginal business currently operating in\, or capable of servicing\, the energy supply chain in domestic and international markets\, we encourage you to submit an expression of interest. \nTo be eligible\, businesses must be listed as a certified Aboriginal business in the Aboriginal Business Directory Western Australia (ABDWA) and be registered or certified with Supply Nation. \nExpressions of interest will be assessed based on the information provided in the application. Representatives from the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED) may contact applicants to request further information as part of the assessment process and notification of outcomes. \nExpressions of interest to co-exhibit at the Aboriginal Business Pavilion at EXA 2027 are now open and will close at 5:00pm AWST on Friday 30 October 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-exa-aboriginal-business-pavilion-2027/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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SUMMARY:WA Innovators of the Year Awards Ceremomy 2026
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia’s (WA) Innovators of the Year awards program recognises local businesses\, government entities and young people that have developed an outstanding innovative product\, technology or service.\nAdministered by the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification\, the program has also raised the profile of WA’s innovation ecosystem\, helped to spotlight local talent and supported the growth of the State’s innovation-based industries. In 2026\, the program will recognise WA innovators across eight award categories: \n\nEmerging Innovation Award\nGrowth Innovation Award\nAdvanced Manufacturing Award\nCommunity Benefit and Wellbeing Award\nEnergy Innovation Award\nGovernment Innovation Award\nGreat for the State Award\nYoung Innovators Award
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-innovators-of-the-year-awards-ceremomy-2026/
LOCATION:TBC\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Awards Night / Celebratory Event
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WA Creative Tech Innovation Hub Operator
DESCRIPTION:The new WA Creative Tech Innovation Hub will support creative industries across Western Australia’s nine regions\, with focus areas including design\, music\, advertising\, film\, and media\, as well as emerging technology sectors including gaming\, product design\, software development\, and immersive technologies. It will nurture partnerships and develop new collaborations with creative tech and innovation partners locally\, nationally and globally.\nThe WA Creative Technologies Innovation Hub requires an Operator from 1 July 2027. \n\nThe Hub will build partnerships with secondary and the higher education sector to support and expand programs that prepare students for future careers in creative technologies. The Hub will build capability and capacity in creative and immersive technology industries across WA by:\nHelping businesses and creative enterprises grow by linking research\, entrepreneurship and education in the use of digital and immersive technologies\nIdentifying strategic investment opportunities to advance ideas and foster collaborations that deliver improved commercial\, community\, and cultural outcomes\nShowcasing independent WA creative talent through local\, national and international events and partnerships\nExpanding the State’s presence in the global digital supply chain of creative services\, content and code\nSupporting research\, innovation\, and the practical integration of digital and immersive technologies across industries\nDriving greater understanding and adoption of user-centric design and human factors engineering\nBuilding and nurturing collaborations with industry\, research institutions\, and global partners to drive innovation and market growth\nThe Hub director attending the State-funded innovation Hubs’ directors bi-monthly meetings to promote statewide cross-sectoral networks for their Hub’s startups\, emerging businesses\, SMEs\, and others\nDelivering Statewide outreach and access pathways for supporting regional innovators and First Nations businesses
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-wa-creative-tech-innovation-hub-operator/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Digital Futures Innovation Hub Operator
DESCRIPTION:The WA Digital Futures Innovation Hub will focus on strengthening Western Australia’s business capability in AI\, data science\, cybersecurity\, and emerging technologies. By uniting the innovation ecosystem\, industry\, government and research partners\, the Hub will support accelerated technology adoption\, enhance digital resilience\, and prioritise skills development\, applied research\,\nand knowledge exchange.\nAs digital systems take on more routine and analytical tasks\, human expertise remains essential for strategic direction\, ethical oversight and innovation. The Hub will also focus on skills development\, applied research and knowledge exchange\, offering access to tools\, training and expert guidance. \nBy building capability and confidence across WA businesses\, the Hub will support the safe\, ethical\, and effective use of digital technologies—strengthening and contributing to long-term economic growth. \nThe WA Digital Futures Innovation Hub will build capability and capacity across WA by: \n\nEnsuring the State remains at the forefront of the digital revolution by increasing the uptake\, education\, training\, and awareness of AI\, data science\, cybersecurity and other evolving  digital technologies\nBringing together stakeholders engaged in advancing local and regional digital development\nAccelerating the adoption and development of digital capabilities across Western Australia for long-term state advantage\nOffering access to tools\, frameworks\, and data for developing\, training\, and managing AI and data science models\nOptimising the transformative potential of digital technologies to build a future-ready workforce\nStrengthening the strategic alignment of digital technologies and leverage their combined impact on the growth of other sectors\nAddressing the legal\, privacy\, security and ethical issues arising from the increased use of digital technologies\nAttracting investment into Western Australia to support the research\, development\, and commercialisation of digital technologies and services\nThe Hub director attending the State-funded innovation Hubs’ directors bi-monthly meetings to promote statewide cross-sectoral networks for their Hub’s startups\, emerging businesses\, SMEs\, and others.\nDelivering Statewide outreach and access pathways for supporting regional innovators and First Nations businesses
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-digital-futures-innovation-hub-operator/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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SUMMARY:First Nations House Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us at FNH Australia Summit 2026\, a national gathering showcasing First Nations leadership\, innovation\, entrepreneurship and cultural exchange.\nHeld at The Kingsman in Perth\, the Summit will bring together Indigenous leaders\, founders\, creatives\, investors\, government and industry partners to build opportunity\, strengthen collaboration and elevate First Nations excellence. \nDate: Monday\, 7 December 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/first-nations-house-summit-2026/
LOCATION:The Kingsman\, Riverside Drive\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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SUMMARY:ANDHealth Unfiltered: Digital Health Summit WA
DESCRIPTION:Australia’s premier Digital Health Summit is heading west on Wednesday 9 December 2026! At ANDHealth Unfiltered\, no topic will be off-limits as we ask the tough questions\, have frank and fearless conversations\, and hear from some of the industry’s boldest trailblazers.\nThere will be a stellar lineup of digital and connected health experts\, including a special international guest speaker! \nWith thanks to our Platinum Partner Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (WA) this jam-packed event will feature insightful keynote presentations\, passionate panel discussions\, engaging networking sessions and reflections from those on the frontline of healthcare innovation. \nANDHealth Unfiltered is for digital and connected health startups and scaleups\, clinicians\, investors\, industry service providers and health system executives who are ready to lead healthcare into its digital future. \nLearn more and register here [registration opens 8 September 2026]
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/andhealth-unfiltered-digital-health-summit-wa/
LOCATION:Perth WA\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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