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SUMMARY:METS Technology Showcase: Sustainable & Productive Mining [online]
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and Austmine invite mining industry professionals\, partners\, and stakeholders in Indonesia to a webinar showcasing world-leading Australian solutions and global best practices for sustainable and productive mining. \nAs Indonesia continues its rapid growth as a global mining powerhouse and a leading supplier of critical minerals\, the industry is increasingly focused on integrating sustainable technologies and practices that support long-term competitiveness. As new projects are developed and existing operations expand\, there are growing opportunities to enhance productivity while strengthening environmental stewardship\, operational efficiency\, and responsible resource development. Australian Mining Equipment\, Technology and Services (METS) companies have extensive experience partnering with mining operations around the world to deliver innovative solutions that help achieve these objectives. \nThe webinar will feature five world-leading Australian METS companies as they explore the innovations being implemented at mining operations globally to balance resource sector growth and operational productivity with social\, community\, and environmental sustainability. \nPresentations will showcase solutions driving operational value in areas such as: \n\nEnergy efficiency and decarbonisation – from the mine to the mill\nWater stewardship and biodiversity protection\nTailings storage\, waste characterisation\, and recycling\nResponsible critical minerals production and supply chain transparency\nMine safety and workforce capability\n\nJoin this Webinar to understand the opportunities to foster sustainable mining collaboration between Australia and Indonesia.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/mets-technology-showcase-sustainable-productive-mining-online/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260812T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260812T153000
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SUMMARY:Australia's food security in a regional context
DESCRIPTION:Australia’s food security is under growing strategic scrutiny\, yet significant gaps remain in understanding its true nature\, scale\, and the policy options available to address it.\nThis hybrid workshop\, convened by the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) Agriculture and Food Forum\, and ACT Division\, with support from CSIRO\, the Crawford Fund and ACIAR (Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research) brings together researchers\, policymakers\, industry and young professionals to examine three critical questions: \n\nDoes Australia have a food security problem\, and what is its nature?\nWhat are Australia’s aspirations and role in Australian and regional food security?\nAnd what politically feasible policy levers exist to address food insecurity?\n\nThe workshop will take place over two half-days\, with the first day focused on setting the scene and defining the key challenges\, followed by a second day dedicated to exploring practical solutions and developing actionable outcomes.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/australias-food-security-in-a-regional-context/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260806T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260806T183000
DTSTAMP:20260725T062121Z
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SUMMARY:Medical devices: from concept to clinical translation [webinar]
DESCRIPTION:Engineers Australia Webinar \nThe journey from a clinical idea to a medical device that improves patient outcomes is complex\, multidisciplinary\, and highly regulated. Topics will include identifying unmet clinical needs\, translating ideas into practical engineering solutions\, design and prototyping\, regulatory and quality requirements\, clinical evidence generation\, commercialisation strategies\, market access\, and the challenges of achieving successful clinical adoption. \nDrawing on real-world case studies and industry experience\, the series will offer practical insights into the technical\, regulatory\, commercial\, and clinical considerations that influence the success of medical technologies. Designed for biomedical engineers\, researchers\, clinicians\, innovators\, students\, and medical device professionals\, the program aims to bridge the gap between engineering innovation and healthcare impact.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/medical-devices-from-concept-to-clinical-translation-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260804T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260804T140000
DTSTAMP:20260723T075152Z
CREATED:20260715T121205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T075152Z
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SUMMARY:Copper Markets in Transition: Geopolitics\, Processing and Supply Chains
DESCRIPTION:A market-led discussion on the forces shaping the future of copper and critical minerals supply chains.\nAs demand for copper and other critical minerals accelerates in support of electrification\, renewable energy\, advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure\, global supply chains are entering a period of significant transformation. Governments\, investors and industry leaders are increasingly focused on securing reliable and resilient mineral supply\, while navigating evolving geopolitical dynamics\, changing trade relationships and growing processing requirements. \nIn this webinar\, CRU’s Piers Montgomery will explore the forces shaping the future of copper\, including supply and demand trends\, concentrate shortages versus processing capacity\, and the geopolitical and policy dynamics influencing supply chain resilience\, while CRU’s Tiantian will provide a complementary aluminium market perspective\, examining supply-side recovery\, surplus risk\, emerging demand from technology-led sectors\, changing trade flows\, and aluminium-for-copper substitution\, together offering a market-led view of how copper and aluminium are being transformed by the energy transition and the wider evolution of global metals supply chains. \nTogether\, the session will offer a market-led view of how copper and aluminium are being transformed by the energy transition and the wider evolution of global metals supply chains.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/copper-markets-in-transition-geopolitics-processing-and-supply-chains/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260804T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260804T100000
DTSTAMP:20260724T074843Z
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SUMMARY:Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Strategy and Priorities Consultation Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) is inviting feedback on the draft Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2026-2031 and draft Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2026-2028. Feedback will help inform AMRAB’s advice to Government on the future direction of investment through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). This consultation provides an opportunity for researchers\, health professionals\, consumers\, community organisations\, industry representatives and members of the public to share their views on the future of health and medical research in Australia. \nWhat you will learn \n\nThe purpose of the consultation and the role of the MRFF.\nThe key elements of the draft MRFF Strategy and Priorities.\nThe factors and considerations that have informed the development of the draft Strategy and Priorities.\nHow to provide feedback through the public consultation process.\n\nThe session will also include time for questions and answers. Whether you work in research\, health care\, policy\, industry or community advocacy\, or have an interest in health and medical research\, your views are important. Feedback received through the consultation will help inform AMRAB’s advice on future MRFF investment. \nPresenters will include Professor Kathryn North AC\, AMRAB Chair; Professor Ken Smith\, AMRAB Deputy Chair; and staff from the Health and Medical Research Office (HMRO).
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/medical-research-future-fund-mrff-strategy-and-priorities-consultation-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260730T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260628T045845Z
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SUMMARY:OMRI Speaker Series: Chief Data Officer Natalia Kacperek
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) is pleased to host the third event in its 2026 OMRI Speaker Series\, featuring Chief Data Officer Natalia Kacperek.\nThe OMRI Speaker Series provides a regular forum for thought leadership\, discussion and sector‑wide engagement across Western Australia’s health and medical research and innovation ecosystem. \nIn this session\, Natalia Kacperek\, Chief Data Officer at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet and Chair of the WA Government’s AI Advisory Board\, will share insights from her experience leading data\, policy and innovation initiatives across the public sector. Drawing on her work across areas such as data integration\, information sharing and the responsible use of emerging technologies\, Natalia will explore the opportunities and challenges of leveraging data to inform decision-making and drive better outcomes for Western Australians. \nParticipation is encouraged either in person or online. This event will be delivered as a hybrid session\, with opportunities for both in‑room and virtual engagement.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/omri-speaker-series-chief-data-officer-natalia-kacperek/
LOCATION:Department of Health\, 189 Royal Street\, East Perth\, WA\, 6004\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260720T020442Z
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SUMMARY:Building for the future: Designing today's buildings for tomorrow's climate
DESCRIPTION:Australia’s buildings are designed and operated based on weather assumptions from the past\, but what happens when those assumptions no longer hold? The NESP Climate Systems Hub Building for the Future project is tackling this challenge head-on\, developing new future climate files that allow building simulation tools to model how structures will perform under the likely conditions of coming decades\, including under extreme conditions such as heatwaves. This will help us to understand the implications of our future climate for building thermal comfort\, energy use and peak demand. It represents a significant shift for the Australian building simulation industry\, paving the way for more climate-resilient\, efficient and future-ready design. \nThis panel discussion bringing together researchers and practitioners who have been directly involved in co-designing\, co-developing and testing these prototype files.\nYou’ll hear about the motivations underlying the project\, some of the challenges of co-design\, and the learnings from this work\, both for the scientists and for the practitioners. It’s a rare opportunity to hear how climate science is being translated into practical tools for building designers\, building simulation modellers\, assessors and policy-makers. \nThis work is complex problem solving: a chance to rethink how we plan for a changing climate and ensure Australia’s buildings are fit for the future.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/building-for-the-future-designing-todays-buildings-for-tomorrows-climate/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T110000
DTSTAMP:20260727T055815Z
CREATED:20260727T055459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T055815Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating global expansion for Australian manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:Export Finance Australia is proud to present the following webinar – Navigating global expansion for Australian manufacturers\nThis one-hour webinar is designed specifically for Australian manufacturers who are seeking practical\, real-world guidance on global expansion. You will hear firsthand from Thomas Global Systems\, an Australian manufacturer that has successfully expanded into international markets\, sharing honest insights into what worked\, the challenges they faced and the lessons learned along the way. \nYou will also gain expert perspectives from Austrade and Export Finance Australia on the Government programs\, market intelligence and financing options available to support your international growth. Together\, the speakers will provide a grounded view of how manufacturers can navigate common challenges and risks when entering and scaling in global markets. \nThe session will conclude with a live Q&A\, giving you the opportunity to ask questions specific to your business\, challenges and growth ambitions.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/navigating-global-expansion-for-australian-manufacturers/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T110000
DTSTAMP:20260727T060244Z
CREATED:20260724T041839Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the SME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund
DESCRIPTION:AMGC invites you to its upcoming webinar – Understanding the SME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund \nThe SME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund has been designed to help small-to-medium sized Australian manufacturers reduce their direct greenhouse gas emissions by switching from fossil fuel powered processes to electric alternatives. \nThe $10M fund supports businesses through co-investment to upgrade or replace equipment and processes\, train their workforce\, attain updated certification or compliance and share successful deployment across the manufacturing industry through knowledge sharing activities. \nAMGC will detail the $10M SME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund and walk you through the information you need to know to maximise your application. This includes: \n\nWhat is the SME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund?\nSME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund focus areas\nSupport Materials\nFund process\nGood Grants platform walkthrough\nFinancials/Milestone payments\n\nLearn more and register here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/understanding-the-sme-industrial-decarbonisation-fund/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T090000
DTSTAMP:20260720T020116Z
CREATED:20260720T020116Z
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SUMMARY:CSIRO Cybersecurity Seminar - The Autonomous Adversary: Red-Teaming in the Age of LLM Agents
DESCRIPTION:Presentation: CSIRO Cybersecurity Seminar – The Autonomous Adversary: Red-Teaming in the Age of LLM Agents\nWednesday 29 Jul 2026 | ONLINE | Dr. Mohammad Mamun\, Senior Research Officer in cybersecurity at the Digital Technology Research Centre\, National Research Council Canada. \nAbstract \nLLM agents are emerging as a new primitive for autonomous red teaming\, with the potential to support multi-step cyber operations such as attack planning\, adversary emulation\, and lateral movement. Recent advances in autonomous cyber evaluation\, including cyber-range assessments by the UK AI Security Institute and related research on agentic AI for cybersecurity\, have shifted attention from prompt-level misuse toward end-to-end operational capability in realistic environments. \nThis work examines the role of LLM agents as autonomous adversaries through controlled lateral-movement scenarios that capture key elements of advanced cyber operations under different levels of autonomy. The results highlight both the promise and the current limitations of LLM-based red teaming: although these systems can exhibit useful planning and adaptive behavior\, reliable execution remains constrained by brittle command invocation\, weak state tracking\, credential-handling failures\, and environmental instability. These findings underscore the need for rigorous evaluation methodologies\, realistic cyber-range benchmarks\, and stronger governance frameworks for increasingly capable autonomous cyber agents.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/csiro-cybersecurity-seminar-the-autonomous-adversary-red-teaming-in-the-age-of-llm-agents/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260718T063033Z
CREATED:20260718T063033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T063033Z
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SUMMARY:Protect the Look of Your Product: Design Rights Explained [webinar]
DESCRIPTION:A unique design can help your product stand out.  A registered design right protects the overall visual appearance of your product\, including its shape\, configuration\, ornamentation or colour.  In this practical panel style session\, IP Australia will explain the basics of design rights\, how they can support business growth and where to find tools and resources to help you take the next step.\nYou’ll also hear from Louise Burr\, founder of PerkyPod\, about her experience developing an innovative indoor plant pot and using a registered design right as part of her broader IP strategy. \nThis session is for designers\, creators and innovators who want practical information about protecting the overall look of their product. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nWhat design rights protect (and what they don’t)\nWhy design rights matter and how they can support business growth\nA quick overview of other IP rights that can help protect different aspects of your business\nPractical insights from Australian small business owner Louise Burr from PerkyPod\nCommon questions and misconceptions\nLive Q&A with our expert panel\n\nRegister now and reserve your spot.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/protect-the-look-of-your-product-design-rights-explained-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T080000
DTSTAMP:20260627T075155Z
CREATED:20260627T075155Z
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SUMMARY:Y Combinator Insights for Australian Founders
DESCRIPTION:​Y Combinator is widely regarded as the world’s leading startup accelerator. If you’re an Aussie founder considering an application\, join 77 Partners for a practical\, no-fluff AMA on what YC looks for\, how to craft a standout application\, and how to make the most of the program. \n​Hosted by our Venture Partner Yotam Rosenbaum (YC W11)\, with additional YC alumni from Australia and the US\, this session will cover what to expect\, common pitfalls\, and tactical tips specific to ANZ founders—followed by open Q&A.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/y-combinator-insights-for-australian-founders-2-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260721T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260721T123000
DTSTAMP:20260705T071211Z
CREATED:20260705T063852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T071211Z
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SUMMARY:Early Stage Investing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What if part of your investment portfolio could help build and support the next generation of innovative businesses?\nAngel investing gives everyday investors the opportunity to back ambitious founders solving real-world problems while diversifying beyond traditional asset classes. \nJoin South West Angels for an engaging online session covering: \n• What angel investing is and where it sits in the investment spectrum\n• The risks and rewards of angel investing\n• How to create your personal investment thesis\n• Practical pathways to get involved \nAbout the presenter: Greg Riebe has over 20 years of experience working with corporates\, startups and scaleups\, being an active angel investor\, along with being a startup founder himself and sitting on multiple boards. Steph Kirchhofer has experience in helping large institutions invest and understand investment products through to showing startup founders how to get investment ready\, and working with investors to understand the early stage investing landscape and how it works. Greg and Steph both work actively to bring angel investors and innovative start up and scale up businesses together to grow the innovation and investment ecosystem in WA and across Australia. \nThis workshop program is made possible by Meshpoints\, powered by Spacecubed\, an initiative designed to build a stronger culture of entrepreneurship and innovation in WA. And by the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification’s Innovation Pathways Program through the New Industries and Innovation Fund.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/early-stage-investing-workshop/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Workshop / Masterclass
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ORGANIZER;CN="South West Angels":MAILTO:xo@southwestangels.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260720T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260720T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T073508Z
CREATED:20260617T073508Z
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SUMMARY:Strategic Workshop for Major Collaborative Grant Bids
DESCRIPTION:This workshop\, delivered in partnership with SPP\, is designed to help WA health and medical researchers\, innovators and start-ups strengthen major national funding bids. \nIt will be a practical masterclass on what distinguishes successful applications focusing on impact and what assessors value. Participants will gain a clear\, assessor-informed understanding of how to position their research for competitiveness\, identify high‑impact improvements\, and take actionable steps to increase their chances of securing major grants such as MRFF\, NHMRC\, CRC\, ARC programs. \nEOIs to attend this workshop close on 7 July 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/strategic-workshop-for-major-collaborative-grant-bids/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260717T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260717T113000
DTSTAMP:20260711T130833Z
CREATED:20260711T130833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260711T130833Z
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SUMMARY:Impact North Funding Sources Panel [online]
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical conversation that makes philanthropy and grants easier to understand\, focuses on respectful relationship-building\, and leaves you with clear next steps for your business. \nWhat we’ll cover\n\nWhat philanthropy is\, and how it’s different from grant funding.\nHow to build the relationship over time to funders\nA simple way to explain your business and what you’re looking for to funders\nQ&A and time to connect and network after the panel
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/impact-north-funding-sources-panel-online/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T075937Z
CREATED:20260626T075937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T075937Z
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SUMMARY:MRIWA WEBINARS: CRITICAL MINERALS & TAILINGS VALORISATION SERIES
DESCRIPTION:Resilient Value Chains for the Energy Transition: A Circular Economy approach on Critical Battery Materials with Dr Stéphanie Riché & Dr Caroline Celle\nJoin us for our new international monthly webinar series where we speak with researchers from around the globe who are advancing the fields of critical minerals and tailing valorisation. \nThe energy transition is known to be intensive in critical raw materials and must not lead to replacing the current dependence on fossil fuels with a dependence on raw materials. It must be based on assumed sovereignty over the necessary materials and a quest toward resource efficiency at each stage of a circular economy of materials. This presentation will first illustrate how supply/demand and supply chain risk analysis can support national and European strategies. It will also illustrate how key-enabling technologies can facilitate the transformation of linear material value chains into circular ones. \nThe second part of this presentation will focus on the circularity of battery materials. The replacement of critical materials for battery development is strategically addressed by developing new post Li-ion chemistries without Ni\, Co\, Li\, and Cu\, such as Na or K-ion batteries. Additionally\, the reuse of recycled inputs from production scraps or end-of-life batteries is being explored. Intensive research is ongoing to improve the electrochemical performance of high-energy-density batteries and to develop low-cost\, low-environmental-impact batteries. After a brief introduction to CEA’s R&D facilities\, the presentation will focus on the reuse of purified black mass lixiviates for the synthesis of advanced cathode active materials (PCAM and CAM). It will also evaluate the impact of the nature of impurities on overall performance.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/mriwa-webinars-critical-minerals-tailings-valorisation-series/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
ORGANIZER;CN="Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA)":MAILTO:events@mriwa.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T143000
DTSTAMP:20260707T042954Z
CREATED:20260707T042954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T042954Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Blue Economy Symposium (OMAE 2026 Tokyo)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will highlight four presentations from the Blue Economy Symposium held at the OMAE 2026 conference in Tokyo\, Japan\, providing an opportunity to hear high-quality research and gain insights from industry leaders on the current and future directions of the Blue Economy.\n\nPRESENTATION 1: Development of an Integrated CFD Framework for Simulating Artificial Upwelling and Flexible Kelp Dynamics in Offshore Environments. Presented by Ali Motamedinezhad\, PhD Candidate\, at AMC/UTAS.\nPRESENTATION 2: Decarbonising Offshore Wind Operations: A Conceptual Design of Hydrogen Power Systems for a Service Operation Vessel (SOV). Presented by Dr Hongjun Fan\, Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, at AMC/UTAS.\nPRESENTATION 3: A brief review of large offshore aquaculture facilities in China. Presented by Dr. Xiangfeng GUO\, Associate Professor\, at South China University of Technology.\nPRESENTATION 4: Power Absorption of Axisymmetric and Asymmetric Float Shapes in Regular and Irregular Waves: An Experimental Investigation With a PTO. Presented by Reza Abassi\, PhD Candidate at UQ.\n\nFollowed by Q&A facilitated by Prof Irene Penesis\, Research Director at the Blue Economy CRC and Dr Yunil Chu\, Research Fellow\, The University of Queensland. \nThe long-term strategy of the Blue Economy is aimed at unlocking the potential of the ocean resources through the sustainable development of offshore seafood and renewable energy production systems. This Blue Economy symposium was initiated in the OMAE@42nd International Conference on Ocean\, Offshore & Arctic Engineering\, held in Melbourne in 2023. Owing to its success\, the symposium has become a permanent feature symposium in OMAE\, covering emerging technologies in the context of the blue economy with a focus on aquaculture and renewable energy applications.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/webinar-blue-economy-symposium-omae-2026-tokyo/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260629T065235Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Bite series: Biologicals – a glimpse into the future
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second webinar in ATSE’s Agriculture and Food Forum series\, Biologicals – a multi-part series exploring the future of Australian food and agriculture\, from nutrition and sustainability to biosolutions\, productivity and value-added innovation. \n‘Biologicals’ is the name for a suite of existing and novel crop protection and plant health tools that includes biopesticides (living\, dead or derived natural products)\, biological agents such as natural enemies\, and biofertilizers. In the second webinar in ATSE’s Beyond the Bite series\, Biologicals – a glimpse into the future features a diverse panel spanning research\, industry\, end user and international experts unpacking both the promise and the practicalities of new bio products for agricultural productivity and safety. They will highlight opportunities and challenges across regulation\, scalable manufacturing\, cost and real-world adoption of biosolutions. Critically\, the discussion will connect these innovations to the broader imperative of strengthening food and nutritional security\, ensuring sustainable solutions can be delivered at scale for real impact on the ground.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/beyond-the-bite-series-biologicals-a-glimpse-into-the-future/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T090000
DTSTAMP:20260711T132223Z
CREATED:20260711T132223Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Breach Point: US DoD Market Access Webinar #6
DESCRIPTION:This is an online event series for Australian defence tech founders ready to scale in America.\nWhat John will cover: \n\nAUKUS opportunities\nUS Policy and Lobbying\nWho to contact and how to reach the right decision-makers\nHow to engage with stakeholders in the Political\, National Security\, and Defence ecosystems
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/virtual-breach-point-us-dod-market-access-webinar-6/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260715T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260715T133000
DTSTAMP:20260629T075024Z
CREATED:20260629T075024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T075024Z
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SUMMARY:HILT CRC Public Webinar: Decarbonising alumina – AlumiNEXT™ and future pathways
DESCRIPTION:Join HILT CRC for a webinar on alumina decarbonisation\, featuring an update on RP1.013 Alumina refineries’ next-generation transition (AlumiNEXT™) Project and a broader discussion of the technologies\, integration challenges and industry priorities shaping the transition to low-carbon alumina.\nAlumiNEXT™ is focused on two major emissions-reduction pathways for alumina refining: achieving low- or zero-emissions steam generation and recovery within the Bayer Process\, and decarbonising calcination through hydrogen\, electrification and other low-carbon heat options. \nA/Prof. Woei Saw (Adelaide University)\, AlumiNEXT™ research leader\, will present a project update\, including recent progress across reactor design\, modelling\, steam recovery\, calcination studies and industry-led integration priorities. Prof. Gus Nathan (Adelaide University and HILT CRC Research Director) will provide a technical perspective on the current status and future of alumina decarbonisation\, considering how emerging technologies can be combined into practical refinery transition pathways. \nFrom an industry perspective\, Emilio Pai (Emirates Global Aluminium) will discuss EGA’s activities and priorities as a producer and user of alumina\, and Marghanita Johnson (CEO\, Australian Aluminium Council) will provide a broader view of the sector’s decarbonisation challenges and opportunities. \nThe session will explore what is technically promising\, what still needs to be de-risked\, and how industry\, researchers and technology providers can work together to bridge the gap to low-carbon alumina processing. Register here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/hilt-crc-public-webinar-decarbonising-alumina-aluminext-and-future-pathways/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260715T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T060244Z
CREATED:20260701T095703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T060244Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: STARTER Project Funding (AMRCRC)
DESCRIPTION:Explore Additive Manufacturing Innovation with AMCRC’s new STARTER Project Funding Program \nThe Additive Manufacturing CRC (AMCRC) is launching its new STARTER Project Funding Program — designed to help Australian businesses\, particularly manufacturing SMEs and start-ups\, explore the potential of additive manufacturing through shorter-term\, lower-risk R&D projects. \nWith reduced financial barriers and faster pathways to impact\, the STARTER Program provides dollar-matched funding from $20\,000 to $75\,000 for industry-led projects that investigate\, test and advance additive manufacturing innovation in Australia. \nJoin this webinar to learn everything you need to know about the program\, including eligibility\, funding requirements\, assessment criteria\, key dates and the application process.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/webinar-starter-project-funding-amrcrc/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260710T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260710T180000
DTSTAMP:20260723T075152Z
CREATED:20260702T115922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T075152Z
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SUMMARY:Founders Across Borders: Why Global from Day One (and what that means)
DESCRIPTION:​Most founders treat “going global” as a milestone they’ll deal with later. By the time they get there\, the product\, the team\, and the company are already built around one market — and changing that is expensive\, sometimes impossible without starting over.\n​This session makes the case for the opposite approach: building global from day one\, before you think you need to. \n​What you’ll learn: Why “initial market” is a more useful mental model than “home market”\, and what changes when you adopt it. | ​How product\, team\, and culture decisions made in the first few months determine how hard international expansion will be later. | ​The legal and entity structure decisions that are nearly impossible to undo once made. | What fundraising looks like when you’re building for multiple markets from the start. | ​A worked example of a company that built global from very early — and what it cost them. \n​Who should attend: ​Early-stage founders who suspect international expansion is in their future\, even if it’s not imminent. | ​Founders who have already made early decisions (team\, tools\, entity structure) and want to know what to revisit before it’s too late. | ​Anyone building a company they don’t want confined to one market. | ​You’re still working full-time\, curious\, with an idea you haven’t committed to yet.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/founders-across-borders-why-global-from-day-one-and-what-that-means/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260709T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260709T100000
DTSTAMP:20260608T054640Z
CREATED:20260608T054640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T054640Z
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SUMMARY:Supercharge Australia Incubator #2 Pitch Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Supercharge Australia Incubator #2 Pitch Day\, showcasing the next generation of battery and electrification innovators shaping Australia’s energy future.\nThese companies are tackling the full lithium battery value chain – the materials that go in\, the chemistry that makes them safer and longer-lasting\, the systems that track health across an entire lifecycle\, the infrastructure that lets EVs feed power back into the grid\, and the manufacturing capability that keeps more of this value onshore.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/supercharge-australia-incubator-2-pitch-day/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260702T123953Z
CREATED:20260702T123953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T123953Z
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SUMMARY:How to Build a Career in VC: a Conversation with Jun Qu
DESCRIPTION:​In this session\, Jun Qu of Main Sequence Ventures joins us for an open\, unscripted conversation about the day-to-day reality of life as a VC: where the time actually goes\, how the job changes as you move from analyst to partner\, and the parts of the work that are genuinely great — alongside the parts no one puts in the job description.\n​Expect honest reflections\, possible myths busted\, and plenty of room for your questions. \n​If you’re curious whether a career in venture is for you\, or just want a clear-eyed look behind the curtain\, this talk is for you.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/how-to-build-a-career-in-vc-a-conversation-with-jun-qu/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260708T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T035222Z
CREATED:20260707T035222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T035222Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Professor Barney Glover AO
DESCRIPTION:Join Universities Australia’s Solutions Series: In Conversation for a candid discussion with Professor Barney Glover AO\, the Chief Commissioner of the Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC). \nAs the newly established ATEC begins its work\, Professor Glover will join Universities Australia CEO Luke Sheehy for an open conversation about the opportunities\, challenges and priorities ahead. \nFrom implementation of the Australian Universities Accord to the future of Australia’s tertiary education system\, this discussion will explore the issues shaping the Commission’s work and the role it will play in supporting national reform.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/in-conversation-with-professor-barney-glover-ao/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260707T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260707T090000
DTSTAMP:20260605T050348Z
CREATED:20260605T050348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T050348Z
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SUMMARY:CSIRO Webinar: Nurturing Trust in Science Through Partnerships and Engagement
DESCRIPTION:In an era of rampant misinformation\, the credibility of science has never mattered more – or been harder to protect. CSIRO Publishing is responding on two fronts: making rigorous science accessible and engaging for the general public\, and equipping researchers with the skills and confidence to publish with impact. \nJoin us for a snapshot of how we’re doing this in practice: \n\n‘It Starts With…’ – our new podcast bringing credible science to curious\, general audiences\nScience video explainers – short\, shareable content that makes complex research discoverable beyond the journal page\nScientific writing workshops – practical\, partnership-based support to help your researchers communicate and publish effectively\n\nDiscover how CSIRO Publishing can partner with your institution to strengthen the research ecosystem – from the lab to the public conversation.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/csiro-webinar-nurturing-trust-in-science-through-partnerships-and-engagement/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260702T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260702T140000
DTSTAMP:20260624T021923Z
CREATED:20260624T021923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T021923Z
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SUMMARY:ON Prime 19 Showcase (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The CSIRO ON Prime program equips publicly funded researchers with the tools to uncover where their science can create the greatest real-world impact. \nThrough this fast-paced\, hands-on program\, teams engage directly with customers\, challenge their assumptions\, and identify the most promising pathways forward. The Showcase event marks the culmination of the nine week program\, where graduating teams present how they are translating their work towards real-world impact\, including the progress made in the program as well as a peek into what they are planning next. It’s also a great opportunity for interested researchers to come and hear more about the program! \n\n\nMeet the teams shaping the future across health\, mining\, agriculture\, and more \n\n\nHear rapid-fire presentations as researchers translate cutting-edge science into real-world solutions \n\n\nConnect with innovators spanning industry\, investment\, government and research \n\n\nSee how ON Prime works in action\, building momentum from early insight to impact pathways \n\n\nPlay a role in what happens next – your connections and perspectives could help unlock the next opportunity \n\n\nWhether you’re from industry\, government\, research or the investment community\, or simply curious about the future of Australian science – you’re invited to be part of it.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/on-prime-19-showcase-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260701T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260701T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T022427Z
CREATED:20260624T022427Z
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SUMMARY:ON Prime 20 Applicant Briefing
DESCRIPTION:ON Prime empowers Australian researchers to attract resources and create impact. This program helps teams ensure they are working on the right problem\, provides frameworks to create and test assumptions about their idea with customers and provides recommendations towards next steps. \nLearn about the next round of the program at this virtual information session.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/on-prime-20-info-session/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260630T115000
DTSTAMP:20260723T083640Z
CREATED:20260605T060609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T083640Z
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SUMMARY:GRDC NGN Agricultural Connectivity Out-of-the-Box
DESCRIPTION:Growers across all three GRDC regions report operating in “digital darkness”\, limiting their ability to use telematics\, automation\, and data-driven tools. More than half of growers surveyed by Grain Producers Australia cited connectivity and digital literacy gaps as core reasons for delaying investment in digital technology and automation. \nThe NGN Grains Adopt Online Workshop is a free\, two-session webinar delivered by Connected Farms as part of the GRDC NGN funded Agriculture Connectivity Out-of-the-Box program — providing practical\, independent guidance to help growers and agronomists get connected. \n\nSession 1 — Understanding Connectivity (50 min) What connectivity means for grain farming\, what technology options exist\, and how to assess your situation.\nSession 2 — Choosing & Implementing the Right Solution (50 min) How to select\, deploy\, and integrate the right connectivity solution for your farm and machinery systems.\n\nAttendees will gain the capability and confidence to implement fit-for-purpose connectivity solutions\, improve digital tool reliability\, and support progress towards automation. Agronomists can become endorsed connectivity advisors.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/grdc-ngn-agricultural-connectivity-out-of-the-box/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260629T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260629T104500
DTSTAMP:20260608T094311Z
CREATED:20260603T081632Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to CERI and CERI FIRST
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Research & Innovation (CERI) and CERI Females in Research\, Science & Technology (FIRST) Program | Monday 29th June @ 10:00am-10:30am\n \nMeeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86297693512?pwd=KoKq9PsXm2bYNbCaN23gsZQ0DXQzL7.1 \nCERI is a not-for-profit established in 2015 by the Bass Family to support research commercialisation in Western Australia. We offer a range of services to help empower early-stage entrepreneurs\, PhD students and visionaries within the WA community\, including commercialisation programs\, workplace residency and mentorship. We offer a low-cost\, professional and safe environment for high-knowledge\, high-value founders to develop their ideas into real-world solutions.\n \nCERI 2024 Impact \n\nOver $12m in capital and grant funding raised by our startups\n160 program participants\n9 resident companies\n\nCERI Since 2015 \n\n$114 million combined startup valuations\n85+ people employed by CERI startups\n10 Patent/patent families held by companies\n\nNotable CERI Alumni: Terra15 – Sensing and monitoring solutions using industry leading technology | Lixa – A private biotech company for anti-microbial technologies \nWebinar Overview \n\n15 minute CERI Introduction\n15 minutes Q&A\n\nThis talk will be streamed via Zoom. A Zoom link is in this description and sent to your email following registration.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/intro-to-ceri-and-ceri-first/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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