What startup events are on in Perth in 2026?

Virtual forum with 130+ investors: pitch tracks in Tech/CleanTech, Life Sciences and Seed, 1:1 investor meetings Jul 6–10, workshops Jul 7, three investor panels Jul 8.

Live Q&A with investors from the FI Venture Network — ask anything about fundraising strategy, investor expectations, and your raise. Part of the Founder Institute ANZ Spring 2026 series.

Live 2-hour mid-year session on where private capital is moving, the 1 July 2027 CGT changes, and structuring investments and exits before the new rules land.

Candid conversation with Tim Draper on his journey as an investor, his early bet on SpaceX, and advice for emerging managers building enduring venture firms.

An LP, a GP, and a founder walk through how capital is moving between them in the new agentic VC era.

Launch of ASTN's 2026 Sports Innovation Report with networking across the sports-tech startup ecosystem.

AFC session on going from idea to shipped, validated product fast — practical playbooks from founders who have done it.

Founders share the hard-won lessons they wish they knew before starting — part of the Aussie Founders Club ecosystem calendar.

A walkthrough of the AI tools making it easier than ever to run a VC firm.

What Y Combinator looks for and how Australian founders can apply its playbook — morning session for the AU startup community.

Hear directly from LPs on what they actually look for in emerging managers right now.

How to position your fund and your pipeline for the strongest fundraising market in years.

8-week stepping-stone program into Startmate Accelerator. Applications close Aug 1, runs Sep–Oct 2026. Ideal for early-stage founders.

Virtual cohort of Blackbird's free mentoring program for early-stage startups across Australia and New Zealand. Aug–Sep 2026. No equity taken.

10-day program + 3 months mentoring to build frameworks, judgement, and networks for investing with measurable social and environmental impact alongside financial return. $10,072 early bird.

Info session on the Experience Victoria Challenge — learn about the opportunity for startups from LaunchVic and DJSIR. 11am-12pm AEST.

Info session for NOVA — LaunchVic's professional development program for those managing innovation programs across Victoria. 11am-12pm AEST.

3-day program helping leaders move beyond AI hype and build a clearer understanding of where AI can create real value inside their organisation. $3,600 early bird.

Virtual conf matching founders, VCs, LPs, GPs and family offices: 7-min 1:1 founder pitches matched to thesis, then investor-only 1:1 networking. Free for qualifying active investors.

Japan's largest conference for growth industries. 12,000+ registrations. Online sessions 4–5 Nov; in-person + online at Shibuya Hikarie Hall on 6 Nov. Connects startups, corporations, and investors with the theme 'Taking Japan's Startup Ecosystem Global'. Free tickets available.

Australia's longest-running tech and innovation festival. 5 days across Perth. West Tech Women, West Tech Main, West Tech Wadjemup. Pitch competition, satellite events. 2025 sold out. Partners: Curtin University, Government of WA, City of Perth. 2026 tickets on sale soon.

Clear, practical introduction to early-stage venture capital. Self-paced online modules covering how VC works, deal evaluation, and portfolio construction. $749.