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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Lead Telescope Operations Engineer - SKA-Low Telescope
DESCRIPTION:The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is delivering one of the world’s most ambitious scientific projects\, constructing the largest and most advanced radio telescopes ever built. In Australia\, the SKA-Low telescope is being developed in partnership with CSIRO and will enable transformational science for decades to come\, helping answer some of the biggest questions about our Universe.\nAs the Lead Telescope Operations Engineer\, you will provide strategic technical leadership for the operation and performance of the world’s largest low-frequency radio telescope. You will lead a team of specialist engineers\, oversee the investigation and resolution of complex technical issues\, and play a key role in maintaining and optimising the telescope’s analogue and digital signal chain. Acting as the senior operational engineering escalation point\, you will guide multidisciplinary investigations\, support major incident response activities\, and drive initiatives that improve telescope performance\, reliability and scientific outcomes. \nLearn more and apply here by 20 Sept
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-lead-telescope-operations-engineer-ska-low-telescope/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T210000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: PhD International Mobility Grants
DESCRIPTION:Support is available for Australian PhD candidates and early- and mid-career researchers to build research links with partners in the United States\, Scotland\, France and Europe.\nApplications close 11.59pm (AEST) Wednesday\,16 September 2026. \nOpen programs: \n\nThe Australia-USA Mobility Fund supports emerging Australian health researchers to host senior US researchers for focused visits that strengthen expertise and collaboration.\nThe Australian Academy of Science (the Academy) and the Royal Society of Edinburgh (the RSE) jointly deliver the Australia-Scotland Fund (the fund)\, which provides annual grants for bilateral research visits between Australia and Scotland.\nFrance and Europe EMCR Mobility Grants support Australian researchers to travel to France and other European countries to work with leading researchers at major science and technology organisations for between 14 and 28 days.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-phd-international-mobility-grants/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260916T170000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: AusSRC Science Enabling Projects EOIs
DESCRIPTION:AusSRC now invites the Australian SKA science community to submit Expressions of Interest for projects that could benefit from AusSRC science\, software\, infrastructure\, or operational support.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Australian SKA Regional Centre (AusSRC) is an un-incorporated joint venture between CSIRO – Australia’s national science agency\, Curtin University\, the Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre and the University of Western Australia (UWA). \nFunded by the Australian Government\, AusSRC is Australia’s contribution to the international SKA Regional Centre Network (SRCNet). The SRCNet will support the global flow of data and processing needed for the SKA Observatory (SKAO) telescopes – the two most advanced radio telescopes in the world\, currently under construction in Australia and South Africa. \nThe AusSRC Science Enabling Projects\nAs part of a commitment to enabling the scientific output of the Australian SKA science community\, AusSRC supports a number of projects to build capabilities that will enable SKA science\, known as the AusSRC Science Enabling Projects (ASEPs). The ASEPs will help drive the expansion of scientific workflows and creation of new data-handling pipelines for processing and analysing large astronomical datasets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nProjects may use data from CSIRO’s ASKAP radio telescope\, the Curtin University-led Murchison Widefield Array (MWA)\, the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory’s (SARAO’s) MeerKAT telescope\, other SKA precursors\, SKA-related multi-wavelength datasets\, or contribute to community resources and broader SRCNet capabilities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollowing the successful delivery of 8 projects in the inaugural round\, the second round of ASEPs will support projects that: \n\nAdvance Australian SKA precursor science\nContribute to SKA-readiness and SRCNet capabilities\nDevelop sustainable workflows\, software\, or services\nExpand Australia’s capability in radio astronomy\nDeliver impact beyond a single project or user\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs the community moves closer to SKA Science Verification and SKA-era science\, this round will continue to support projects connected to SKA science\, SKA precursor data\, and broader SRCNet priorities. Learn more and apply here \nASEP Expressions of Interest (EoIs) open Wednesday 19 August 2026 and close 5pm AWST Wednesday 16 September 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-aussrc-science-enabling-projects-eois/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T022430Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: West Tech Next Hackathon EOI
DESCRIPTION:Help shape the West Tech Next experience! \nWest Tech Next is the youth committee shaping West Tech Fest 2026 – and they’re building something huge: a hackathon-style event for Western Australians aged 18 to 25\, happening as part of WTF.\nIt is happening on Saturday 5 December. Before we finalise the participant experience\, we want to hear directly from the people it is being built for. \nWhat would make the day worth showing up for? What would you want to work on? What would you want to leave with? What could make it harder to take part? \nEOI closes Monday 14 September\, 5:00PM AWST. This short EOI takes around three minutes. Your answers will help shape the program\, challenge themes\, participant experience and the way we communicate the event.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-west-tech-next-hackathon-eoi/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T005147Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Startup Muster Survey 2026 [extended]
DESCRIPTION:If you are running a startup in Australia\, or supporting startups in Australia (educators\, investors\, accelerators\, incubators\, coworking spaces\, service providers\, government\, precincts and any other organisations supporting startups)\, make sure you are seen in the largest survey of Australia’s startup ecosystem. \nSurvey closes 14 September 2026 (extended) \nThis is a nationwide effort\, with survey coordinators in every state and territory\, and a university partner in each\, contributing to a thirteen year legacy.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-startup-muster-survey-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260913T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260808T092426Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: SPARC Awards 2027
DESCRIPTION:The program will recognise and support promising research through funding of up to $200\,000 and bespoke coaching from highly specialised experts for up to 18 months\, guiding projects towards or facilitating entry into the early clinical stage.\nThe purpose of the SPARC Awards 2027 Request for Applications (RFA) is to: \n\nIdentify projects that address a clearly articulated\, global unmet need for the diagnosis\, prevention\, treatment or management of T1D\, and have strong commercial potential.\nFoster multidisciplinary collaboration among research teams\, funders\, industry and the T1D community.\nSupport high potential projects to reduce defined translational risks and progress towards early clinical development through a commercialisation pathway.\n\nBreakthrough T1D and Cicada Innovations will work alongside the funded teams to strengthen commercial capability and facilitate engagement with relevant\, industry\, investment clinical\, community and government stakeholders. \nSuccessful awardees will receive project funding together with bespoke\, specialised mentoring and capability building delivered by experienced commercialisation experts throughout the program ensuring that awardees receive ongoing guidance and support. \nAwardees will work with commercialisation experts\, funding and industry partners to further validate their research and its commercial potential and refine possible pathways to impact in a clinical setting. The goal is to strive toward the development stage\, with a high probability to receive follow-on funding and industry interest.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-sparc-awards-2027/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship,DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T080023Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: AI Innovators Showcase - Meshpoints 2026
DESCRIPTION:Share how your Western Australian venture is using AI to deliver real-world results and be considered for the Meshpoints 2026 AI Innovators Showcase.\nThe AI Innovators Showcase is the storytelling arm of AITAI’s Meshpoints 2026 initiative. We’re selecting twelve Western Australian innovators for multimedia case studies showing how AI is creating value in real ventures. \nWho should apply\nWe want to hear from WA innovators who are building\, piloting or deploying a genuine AI implementation. Strong applications will clearly explain what the AI does\, who it helps and the outcomes it is producing or expected to produce. \nWe especially encourage applications from women\, First Nations\, culturally and linguistically diverse\, regional and young innovators. Sharing this information is voluntary and has no bearing on eligibility. \nWhat participation involves\nSelected innovators will work with AITAI on a video\, photography or written case study. The stories will help investors\, policymakers\, media and the wider community understand how Western Australian ventures are putting AI to work.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-ai-innovators-showcase-meshpoints-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260830T033910Z
CREATED:20260830T033832Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: AI Government Showcase 2026
DESCRIPTION:The AI Government Showcase offers Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) a unique opportunity to connect with public sector decision-makers and demonstrate practical AI capabilities relevant to government.\nThe event attracts senior leaders\, digital and data practitioners\, procurement professionals\, policy teams\, and AI specialists from across the APS. \nThis opportunity is for Australian SMEs with practical AI products\, services\, and enabling capabilities relevant to government to spotlight at our annual event. \nPlaces are limited\, and EOIs close 5:00pm AEST Friday 11 September 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-ai-government-showcase-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260910T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T024056Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Digital Public Sector Graduate Program
DESCRIPTION:A number of WA’s largest government agencies have joined forces to drive digital transformation through the unique Digital Public Sector Graduate Program. This program gives you the chance to gain invaluable experience rotating across up to 3 agencies. \nAs a Digital Public Sector Graduate Officer\, you: \n\nwork on a range of statewide projects and initiatives while solving some of WA’s most complex digital challenges\njoin forces with government agencies delivering vital community services\, gaining valuable insights\, skills and experience through the unique rotational structure\nbe at the forefront of public sector digital transformation\, using cutting edge technologies to tackle the state’s digital priorities\n\nThe 2026 program is recruiting for 4 specialised streams: \n\nCyber Security\nData Science\nICT Operations\nGeospatial Information Services\n\nDriving innovation and impact\, the program actively recruits top tier STEM graduates (58 to date) and has partnered with 17 government agencies since launching in 2024. Each year is unique as program size is determined by agency requirements within the sector.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-digital-public-sector-graduate-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260907T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T022734Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: ECU World Tourism Day 2026 Industry and Research Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The theme for the UN Tourism World Tourism Day 2026 is “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism”. \nAs part of the ECU World Tourism Day 2026 forum on 1st October 2026\, we are looking to showcase practical examples of how digital technologies and artificial intelligence are being or could be applied to transform tourism\, hospitality and destination management. \nUp to four industry businesses will be selected to deliver a short (5mins)\, high-impact presentation or demonstration of their product\, service or adoption of technology at the event. Presentations should focus on a practical application\, technology\, tool\, or platform that relates to the event theme. There will also be an opportunity to showcase your business with a booth in a mini exhibition during the event. \nWe are looking for businesses working in areas such as:\n\nvisitor personalisation\npredictive analytics\nsmart destination management\ndigital accessibility\nsustainability monitoring\nautomated content creation\ntranslation\nrevenue management\nvisitor-flow monitoring\nrobotics\nbooking platforms\nor any other digital and AI-enabled tourism applications.\n\n\nTo express your interest in presenting your product\, service\, technology\, tool or platform\, please complete the form below by COB 7th September 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-ecu-world-tourism-day-2026-industry-and-research-showcase/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260906T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260906T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T060821Z
CREATED:20260819T060800Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Supercharge Australia Innovation Challenge #4
DESCRIPTION:EnergyLab are seeking visionary startups building scalable\, sustainable technologies along the lithium battery value chain for Australia and globally as we launch the fourth annual Supercharge Australia Innovation Challenge.\nGlobal demand for lithium-ion batteries is set to grow rapidly over the next decade\, driven by the electrification of transport\, the expansion of stationary energy storage\, and the global push to build more resilient clean energy supply chains. As demand accelerates\, so too does the need for innovative solutions across the entire lithium battery value chain. Supercharge Australia — a collaboration between EnergyLab and New Energy Nexus — is building a thriving ecosystem for lithium battery innovation\, enabling greater value capture across the supply chain and supporting Australian startups to scale locally and globally. \nSince launching\, Supercharge Australia has supported 50 startups\, with participating companies raising more than A$200 million. In Supercharge Australia Innovation Challenge #4\, we’re seeking the next generation of Australian battery innovators ready to unlock new growth\, partnerships and market opportunities. \nAbout the program\n\n\nA 7-week highly personalised acceleration experience will be undertaken by a cohort of 8-12 startups. Following the support offered during the challenge\, startups will meet with a panel of highly qualified Australian and international judges for a pitch\, interview and Q&A. At the Supercharge Australia Innovation Challenge Awards\, the startups will pitch to an audience filled with active participants in the ecosystem with the group of exceptional startups announced as the winners.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-supercharge-australia-innovation-challenge-4/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T170000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Undersea Defence Technology\, Australia 2026
DESCRIPTION:Submit an Expression of Interest to join Team WA at this international undersea technology event\nTaking place at the Adelaide Showgrounds from 2 to 4 December 2026\, UDT Australia is expected to attract 1\,500 to 2\,000 delegates from defence\, industry and academia across Australia\, the Indo-Pacific\, and the global undersea technology community. \nTo support WA’s participation in this strategically important event\, Defence West will host a small industry delegation to attend UDT Australia 2026. The delegation will comprise WA small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) whose products\, services and capabilities align closely with the event’s themes and objectives. \nParticipation will provide businesses with the opportunity hear the latest insights in undersea defence technology\, while strengthening industry networks and collaboration opportunities. \nUnder the theme Engineering the Undersea Future\, the event will explore the critical need to accelerate innovation and transform emerging technologies into operational undersea capability. Delegates will have the opportunity to engage in discussions\, knowledge sharing and collaboration across four key focus areas: \n\nAutonomy\nApplication\nAgility\nHuman Factors\n\nThe three-day program will include a two-day exhibition and conference\, bringing together leading organisations\, innovators and decision-makers from across the sector\, followed by a dedicated industry visit.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-undersea-defence-technology-australia-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T054905Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Australian Faculty Fellowship – Data Science [WA]
DESCRIPTION:Launched in a landmark partnership with the Government of Western Australia\, Wesfarmers Chemicals\, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF)\, and Accenture\, the Faculty Fellowship creates an elite pathway between education and industry\, ensuring exceptional STEM graduates can develop deep AI expertise in Australia. As a Fellow\, you will learn directly from leading AI practitioners and be embedded within some of the most important organisations to apply frontier AI to critical\, high-stakes industrial and public-sector challenges.\nHow it works:\n\n2 Weeks of Intensive Training: Learn to apply your advanced technical knowledge to real-world data science problems.\n6 Week Paid Placement: Tackle a commercial data science project with a host company.\nDemo Day Finale: Present your work to senior stakeholders and industry leaders\, showcasing your technical capabilities and project impact.\n\nFellowship alumni have gone on to shape the future at companies like Google\, Meta\, Tesco\, and AstraZeneca\, as well as disruptive startups like PhysicsX and Orbital Witness \nAs a Fellow at Faculty\, you will join an elite cohort transforming industries through cutting-edge data science. This intensive\, eight-week programme bridges academia and real-world impact\, embedding you directly into high-stakes commercial environments. You will apply advanced machine learning techniques to solve complex\, ambiguous problems for our clients\, turning theoretical knowledge into high-value deployable solutions. It is a fast-paced launchpad designed to accelerate your technical growth\, build exceptional commercial acumen\, and empower you to shape the future of artificial intelligence in an ambitious\, forward-thinking tech community. \nSupported by the Western Australian Government\, including Defence West\, the Fellowship is an opportunity for exceptional STEM talent to develop their technical and commercial capabilities in applied AI and data science.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-australian-faculty-fellowship-data-science-wa/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260903T170000
DTSTAMP:20260822T094525Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Quantum Mission Europe 2026
DESCRIPTION:Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)\, Quantum Australia and UniQuest invite Australian quantum companies to join Quantum Mission Europe 2026\, a coordinated business development program spanning the Netherlands\, Finland\, Denmark\, Germany and the United Kingdom\, with an optional virtual engagement in Spain. \nParticipants will benefit from:\n\nCurated introductions to prospective customers\, investors\, research organisations and government stakeholders\nTailored business meetings aligned to your commercial objectives\nPre-departure market briefings\, target identification and meeting planning\nAccess to Austrade\, UniQuest and Quantum Australia’s extensive European networks\nIncreased visibility as part of a coordinated Australian delegation\n\nAnchored around the UK National Quantum Showcase\, the mission is designed for organisations actively pursuing European opportunities\, from business growth to Horizon Europe collaborations.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-quantum-mission-europe-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T050357Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Open Call: 2026 AgriFutures Export Fodder Program
DESCRIPTION:AgriFutures Australia investments are driven by Strategic RD&E Plans that address the needs of industries and stakeholders and ensure our priorities are industry and government driven. Their aim is to deliver research and innovation that aims to give our levy payers real returns\, as well as prepare them to thrive into the future.\nThe goal of the AgriFutures Export Fodder Program is to support a thriving and collaborative Australian Export Fodder industry. To ensure that this goal is achieved\, AgriFutures Australia is seeking research proposals to address the investment priorities within the AgriFutures Export Fodder Program RD&E Plan 2021-2026. \nThe Export Fodder RD&E Plan is structured around 4 key priority areas: \n\nProduction of high-quality export-grade fodder\nContinued access to export markets\nSupporting innovation across the supply chain\nIncreased adoption of R&D outputs by industry
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-open-call-2026-agrifutures-export-fodder-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260804T112703Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Vietnam Net Zero Challenge 2026
DESCRIPTION:Started in 2023\, Net Zero Challenge (N0C) is a global climate-tech competition brought to you by Touchstone Partners and Temasek Foundation\, in partnership with the Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Studies (HIDS) \nEnabling Global Climate-Tech Solutions To Pilot In Vietnam\nTeams will compete in three tracks for a total prize pool of VND 15 billion to pilot their solutions in Vietnam. \nTrack 1: Renewables & Carbon\nInnovative solutions that drive the adoption of renewable energy sources and contribute to the removal of carbon emissions. \nTrack 2: Food Systems & Sustainable Agriculture\nAddressing the challenges that climate change poses to Vietnam’s food systems and agriculture. \nTrack 3: Circular Economy & Waste Management\nCircular economy and efficient waste management solutions. \nLearn more and apply here by 31 August 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-vietnam-net-zero-challenge-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260830T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260830T170000
DTSTAMP:20260823T005011Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Creative Tech Village - Bandwidth Amplify Program
DESCRIPTION:BANDWIDTH is a structured support program designed to build business capability across design\, film\, gaming\, music\, and creative technologies. In 2025\, we delivered two cohorts supporting over 40 WA-based participants\, alongside Plug-In events that reached more than 100 attendees.\nWorking within a collaborative environment\, industry experts guide participants to strengthen their commercialisation skills and long-term business sustainability. The program places particular emphasis on cross-disciplinary connection and bold\, practical thinking. \nBANDWIDTH is suited to creative sector individuals and organisations at any stage: starting out\, growing\, scaling\, or looking to sustain an existing business or collaborative project. \nComplete this form to apply for the Bandwidth Amplify Program. \nApplications are open to students\, founders\, startups\, established businesses\, and scale-ups. \nSubmissions close 11:59PM WAST Sunday 30th August.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-creative-tech-village-bandwidth-amplify-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Tech Village":MAILTO:mathew.lewis@ecu.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T023254Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Blue Economy CRC Round 1 Project EOIs [2026]
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Economy CRC invites Expressions of Interest from Participants in a series of proposed industry-focused research projects that will deliver the 2025 – 2029 BE CRC Strategic Plan and 2019 – 2029 research program.\nProjects include: \n\n#1: Biofouling management in offshore aquaculture production\n#2: Implementing Best Practice Supply Chains for Australia’s Offshore Wind Industry\n#3: Best Practice Biosecurity Management for Co-located Offshore Infrastructure\n#4: Workforce and work health and safety in offshore aquaculture\n\nLearn more about the current round of research projects and how to get involved
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-blue-economy-crc-round-1-project-eois-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260828T170000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) Australia Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Intelligent Transport Systems industry’s most prestigious night celebrating excellence\, innovation and leadership across Australia’s transport future\nFor more than a decade\, the Awards have recognised the growing influence of ITS – across connected\, electric and automated vehicles\, smart infrastructure\, intelligent mobility\, transport data\, and research and development. \nShowcasing contributions that deliver real-world outcomes and support safer\, smarter and more sustainable transport systems. \nCategories also recognise individual excellence – including emerging leaders\, outstanding women in ITS\, and lifetime achievement. Winners will be announced at a gala dinner and ceremony in Brisbane.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-intelligent-transport-systems-its-australia-awards/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260728T003602Z
CREATED:20260728T003602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T003602Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Meshpoints AI & Society Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Meshpoints AI & Society Challenge seeks collaborative initiatives that strengthen AI capability\, expand access to emerging technologies\, and create more inclusive pathways for Western Australians to participate in and shape an AI-enabled future\, regardless of sector\, stage or postcode.\nProjects may focus on education\, entrepreneurship\, community participation\, technology access\, industry collaboration or new approaches that build capability across WA’s innovation ecosystem. \nLearn more and apply here. EOIs Close 27 August
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-meshpoints-ai-society-challenge/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T093954Z
CREATED:20260808T093954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T093954Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE:  FEnEx CRC Round 24 call for project proposals
DESCRIPTION:Future Energy Exports CRC calls for research project proposal or ideas from individuals who are seeking collaboration with FEnEx CRC Participants. \nRound 24 call for proposals will close 24 August 2026. Learn more here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-fenex-crc-round-24-call-for-project-proposals/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T102220Z
CREATED:20260803T101959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T102220Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Director\, Evaluation (DEED)
DESCRIPTION:DEED is seeking an exceptional leader to establish and lead a strategically focused evaluation function that strengthens evidence-based decision-making across the Department. \nJoin a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold\, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED)\, your work will help drive innovation\, support local businesses\, and position WA on the global stage. If you’re ready to make a real impact – this is where your next chapter begins. \nLearn about the role and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-director-evaluation-deed/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260824T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T033509Z
CREATED:20260824T033509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T033509Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Director Green Energy Projects (DEED)
DESCRIPTION:Department of Energy and Economic Diversification is seeking an experienced and driven professional to lead the delivery of green energy\, decarbonisation and state development projects that support the State’s transition to a low-carbon economy by 2030. \nAs the Director\, you will lead complex projects of state significance\, working closely with industry\, government agencies\, local authorities and community stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes. You will manage project teams\, coordinate approvals processes\, provide strategic advice\, and build strong relationships to support the successful development of key energy and infrastructure projects. \nIn this role\, you will drive project delivery against agreed milestones\, negotiate outcomes on behalf of the State\, and contribute to the development of infrastructure strategies\, plans and policies. You will also monitor industry and market developments to provide timely advice on emerging opportunities and challenges within the green energy and resources sectors.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-director-green-energy-projects-deed/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260821T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260731T055411Z
CREATED:20260731T055411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T055411Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Innovation Bay & ARENA 2026 Renewables Startup Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Australia is building the energy supply of the future. Cleaner fuels\, a record rooftop-and-battery boom\, a transforming grid\, and a new wave of demand from AI. We’re looking for Australia’s most exciting energy startups to pitch to a room of leading investors\, corporates and policymakers. \nThis opportunity is for Australian startups (pre-seed to Series A) across any of the pillars\, including but not limited to: \n• Clean fuels & molecules Example: Low-carbon liquid fuels\, SAF\, hydrogen\, ammonia\, bio & e-fuels \n• Grid transformation & electrification Example: Grid-enhancing tech\, transmission\, electrifying industry & transport \n• Energy for AI & compute Example: Clean firm power & efficiency for data centres; flexible load \n• Firm clean generation & storage Example: Ultra-low-cost solar\, wind\, geothermal\, long-duration storage \n• Distributed energy & storage at scale Example: Rooftop solar\, home & community batteries\, VPPs\, DER orchestration \n• Cross-cutting enablers Example: Critical minerals\, MRV\, project finance\, water\, etc. \nELIGIBILITY \n•  Founded & HQ’d in Australia \n•  Pre-seed to Series A \n•  Clear clean-energy / transition impact \n•  Working prototype\, pilot or deployment \nWHAT YOU GET \n•  A multi-week founder pitch program \n•  A live pitch to top investors & corporates \n•  Warm introductions & follow-up support \n•  National profile alongside ARENA
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-innovation-bay-arena-2026-renewables-startup-showcase/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260813T074952Z
CREATED:20260813T074952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T074952Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: City of Joondalup BANDWIDTH Amplify Program
DESCRIPTION:The City of Joondalup is now accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for BANDWIDTH Amplify\, a four week online business mentoring program designed to help creative businesses and practitioners grow\, innovate and thrive.  \nFrom gaming and digital content to visual arts\, music\, photography\, film\, creative tech and performance\, Amplify provides access to expert mentoring\, practical business skills and valuable industry connections. \nThe City has five places available for successful applicants who live or operate a business within the City of Joondalup. \nEOI’s close 20 August 2026. Learn more here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-city-of-joondalup-bandwidth-amplify-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260805T090854Z
CREATED:20260805T090854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T090854Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: RBA x Digital Finance CRC Industry Groups Exploring Tokenisation - EOIs
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping to shape the future of tokenised wholesale financial markets in Australia? \nAs part of the future work program announced in the Project Acacia report\, the RBA and Digital Finance CRC calling for expressions of interest to join: \n– A new senior-level Australian tokenisation advisory group\n– A new deposit token working group. \nThese groups will bring together industry expertise to identify and shape priorities\, contribute industry insights\, and inform discussions on the opportunities and challenges associated with tokenised finance and deposit tokens. It is intended that the deposit token working group will build and test new infrastructure for tokenised money. \nApplications are open to industry participants from Australia and overseas with highly relevant experience across financial markets\, technology\, investment\, legal and public policy fields. \nExpressions of interest close 20 August 2026.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-rba-x-digital-finance-crc-industry-groups-exploring-tokenisation-eois/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260819T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260819T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T060309Z
CREATED:20260819T060309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T060309Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: iF Social Impact Prize
DESCRIPTION:The iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE supports projects that contribute to improving our society. If you work towards achieving one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals\, your project is eligible.\nApplying is free of charge. Every year iF Design donates EUR 100\,000 to support the best projects submitted to the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE. Your project should already be established and must be related to design (this is now one of the five evaluation criteria). You can apply with the same project a maximum of two times. Student concepts are not accepted. \nSocial projects that are supported with the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE benefit from this: \n\nA share of EUR 100\,000\nPublication on our iF Design Website\nThey will be presented to a global design community\, the design-interested public and the media.\nThe projects selected by the jury receive an individual winner certificate.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-if-social-impact-prize/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260817T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260804T031741Z
CREATED:20260804T031741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T031741Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Agrifutures Groundbreakers Program
DESCRIPTION:The Groundbreakers program at evokeAG. 2027 will shine a spotlight on the next generation of agrifood innovators shaping the future of Australian and New Zealand agriculture. Designed to elevate emerging voices and bold ideas\, the program brings together forward-thinking individuals from across the ecosystem and provides them with a platform to build capability\, grow confidence and contribute to the national conversation. \nThrough tailored development opportunities and integration into the evokeAG. experience\, Groundbreakers are empowered to connect\, collaborate and drive meaningful impact across the sector.\nApplications are open now.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-agrifutures-groundbreakers-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260817T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T101842Z
CREATED:20260803T101842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T101842Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Director\, Strategic Initiatives (PoweringWA)
DESCRIPTION:Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold\, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED)\, your work will help drive innovation\, support local businesses\, and position WA on the global stage. If you’re ready to make a real impact – this is where your next chapter begins. \nLearn about the role and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-director-strategic-initiatives-poweringwa/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Job Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260815T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260802T032915Z
CREATED:20260802T032915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T032915Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Team Australia Business Mission to COP31
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Industry Group in partnership with the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) will lead a business mission to COP31.\nThe mission is designed for Australian green economy businesses that are export-ready or actively pursuing international growth and aims to support them to expand their global footprint. The program will align with activities associated with Australia’s national pavilion and the broader COP31 programs. \nFunded by Austrade’s Accessing New Markets Initiative (ANMI)\, this mission will engage with international businesses\, governments\, industry leaders and strategic partners during one of the world’s most significant climate and economic forums. ANMI is a $55 million program helping Australian businesses diversify and grow their exports\, designed and jointly delivered by Austrade and industry. \nWhile there is no participation fee for successful applicants\, participants are expected to fund their own participation and cover all associated expenses\, including travel\, accommodation\, meals\, visas\, travel insurance\, local transportation and other incidentals. \nLearn more and make an EOI by 15 August 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-team-australia-business-mission-to-cop31/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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