- New innovation strategy launched at West Tech Fest conference
- West Tech Fest is the State's premier tech festival, providing opportunities for local startups and tech community
- Government invested $500,000 to support West Tech Fest
The McGowan Government has outlined its vision for the State to become a renowned global hub of invention, investment, innovation and impact with the launch of its new Western Australian Innovation Strategy.
Innovation and ICT Minister Stephen Dawson announced the release of the new strategy at the opening of the West Tech Fest 2022 conference.
Mr Dawson highlighted the strategy's 10-year vision for the State's innovation sector, and recognised the sector's importance in building a resilient, thriving and diversified WA economy and community.
Hosted by Curtin University and now in its 11th year, West Tech Fest has cemented its position as the State's premier tech festival and a focal point for the WA startup and technology community.
The West Tech Fest boasts an impressive line-up of events and programs being held across Perth featuring inspiring talks from global founders, investors, CEOs and technology industry visionaries.
The McGowan Government is a proud supporter of West Tech Fest, investing $500,000 over two years, through the New Industries Fund.
The funding from the Government is helping empower West Tech Fest participants to connect and form relationships with global experts in technology entrepreneurship and investment.
For more information on West Tech Fest 2022, visit http://www.westtechfest.com.au
For more on the WA Innovation Strategy, visit http://innovation.wa.gov.au