Events
Graduate Certificate in AI Innovation, Tamworth
The Graduate Certificate in AI Innovation is purpose-built for business owners and professionals ready to address real challenges, drive efficiency, and unlock new opportunities. Shaped by business needs, this hands-on program will equip you to apply advanced AI tools to a project that directly impacts your bottom line.
Pitch2Grow introduction workshop
The workshop will cover what a pitch is, the importance of being able to pitch your business idea succinctly and with confidence, the support offered to you and timeline of support leading up to the event and we will work through supporting documents and a simple pitch worksheet.
Pitch2Grow Participant Support
Drop in to meet up with the Pitch2Grow Participants, Regional Connector and past participant Julia Warner of Jule Jarner.
New Energy expo event
Join us at The Crossing Theatre for a day filled with exciting innovations in the energy industry. Winners of the 2024 Youth Agmentation Summit, the Narrabri High school team, will share their pitch which incorporates renewable energy and agriculture. The youth session after lunch which will include SRI founder Matthew Peterson sharing his energy comparison app Atomised Energy, careers in renewable energy and fun interactive activities.
Tamworth founder meet-up
Come along to our March Founder Meetup for a lunch-time catchup. Enjoy some sandwiches and wraps as we review our monthly goals, check-in on our second book club read (Profit First) and make some time to enjoy an hour or so of socialising with the Tamworth Founder Community. All Founders welcome! And don’t forget, it’s never too late to join the book club.
Home energy upgrades for comfort and every budget
Join us for a free community event designed to help households take control of their energy future! Learn from leading experts about home electrification, rooftop solar, battery storage, and energy efficiency upgrades—with practical, easy-to-implement solutions.
Agricultural innovation in controlled environment horticulture
Save the date! Building on the success of our 2024 Agmentation in Schools program—which saw students across the New England North West develop innovative solutions for agricultural challenges—we're excited to announce our next initiative focused on controlled environment horticulture innovation.
Introduction to Canva for small businesses
Do you dream of creating professional-looking marketing materials but feel overwhelmed by complex design software? This hands-on workshop with Sam Cathcart (SJN Rural) in Moree at the Social Co House will equip you with the skills to design stunning visuals that will elevate your brand and captivate your audience—using Canva, the easy-to-use and intuitive design platform.
Secrets for successful grant writing for small businesses
This hands-on workshop with experienced grant writer Sam Cathcart from SJN Rural will equip you with the knowledge and tools to successfully identify, apply for, and manage government grants specifically designed for rural businesses.
AgTech solutions for future farming
This symposium explores the latest advancements and breakthroughs in agricultural technology (AgTech) and how they can pave the way for a more sustainable, efficient and prosperous way we grow food.
Creative engagement – fostering tourism and business
This is a hands-on engagement workshop specifically designed for Moree. This is an empowering workshop that aims to build deeper connections between the local community, tourists, and the corporate bodies of Moree.
Pitch2Grow Moree
Showcase your business product or service to an audience that includes industry leaders, cutting-edge technologists, enthusiastic students, insightful researchers, and savvy investors. This isn't just an event; it's a journey.
Before the big day, you'll receive expert pitch coaching, personalised mentoring, and unwavering support to refine your presentation skills.
Brand strategy and storytelling
Transform your brand's story from local to legendary in this intensive masterclass led by brand strategist and storyteller Paul Chappell.
Brand strategy and storytelling
Transform your brand's story from local to legendary in this intensive masterclass led by brand strategist and storyteller Paul Chappell.
Tamworth founder meet-up
Tamworth Founders, join us for our second founder meetup of the year. Enjoy a coffee in the sunshine at Deva as we chat through our months, review Deep Work (or first book club book) and enjoy a social catch-up. All founders welcome! And you can jump in the book club anytime, even if you missed the first one… the more the merrier.
The soil carbon debrief
Following on from the National Soil Carbon Innovation Challenge, FarmLab will be debriefing farmers, consultants and advisors on their results in a series of 12 workshops around Australia.
Armidale founder meet-up
Join us with Anna Barwick OAM, one of our inspiring regional founders and the brain behind PharmOnline. Anna was recently awarded the Medal of Order of Australia for her work in rural healthcare, and she'll be sharing her startup journey with us.
HATCH: Turn your idea into reality
Sitting on a business idea? Wondering if it could work? Ready to explore the world of startups and entrepreneurship? Turn your idea into reality this February.
Copywriting for entrepreneurs
Give your copy a glow-up for marketing that works in 2025 - website copy essential messaging, product descriptions and sales emails.
Designed specifically for business owners, this hands-on workshop will help you craft fresh, original, engaging copy that speaks directly to your ideal client. We'll ditch the cookie-cutter fluff and focus on giving your copy a 2025-ready refresh.
Goal Setting + 2025 Planning
Get ready to kick-start your 2025 with our first Founder Meet-Up of the Year.
In this informal session, we’ll walk through tried & true goal-setting strategies, journaling practices and vision board creation techniques.
Come join us for a coffee, share ideas and your vision for a new year.
A year to celebrate
Join us of a festive ‘do’ to celebrate the year that’s been, and catch up with friends and colleagues. Nibbles and drinks provided.
End of year review sessions
Book in for an end of year review sessions with UNE SRI Expert in Residence, Mandy Walker, for half an hour individual sessions
Founder morning tea
Celebrate your business wins of 2024 with UNE SRI downstairs at Peel House in Tamworth.
Celebrating our wins of 2024
Celebrate your business wins of 2024 with UNE SRI at the Social Co House. Join us for a free breakfast (bircher muesli or yoghurt and fruit cup) and a coffee by Annie at the Social Co House.
Women in STEM
The evening includes the launch of the Society’s New England North West Branch, followed by two short talks, respectively presented by Dr Amy Moss and Dr Marissa Betts on the theme of ‘Women in STEM’, and a panel session.
What does it take to make a net zero steak?
Join us for an open discussion about the research, the practices and the path to a net zero steak in the New England! This event brings together researchers, innovators, producers, and industry experts to explore cutting-edge solutions in genetics, methane inhibitors, pasture management, and more.
Digital Media & Visual Storytelling
Unlock the Power of Digital Storytelling for Your Business
Our Digital Media and Visual Storytelling Masterclass is designed to arm you with the tools and knowledge to create captivating social media content—all using just your smartphone.
Research Wrap-Up
An evening of networking drinks to celebrate the UNE Annual Research Conference. Connect, unwind, and share ideas at NOVA.
Navigating Food Safety Standards for Food Producers & Retailers
Join our masterclass led by Damien Alexander, an esteemed expert in the field, to gain essential knowledge and tools to help you protect and enhance your business potential.
Xero Mastery: Elevate Your Business Management
Essential tips for business owners to overcome common financial management hurdles, maximise efficiency and unlock the full power of Xero.
Site Savvy: Building a High-Impact Online Presence
This session is designed for business owners who manage their own websites and are ready to take control of their online presence. Whether you’re missing out on leads, seeing low traffic, or aren’t sure how your site is stacking up against competitors, this workshop will give you the practical tools you need to start making real improvements.
AI4mybiz: Hack the World
Dive into hands-on workshops that will take you from zero to AI hero—fast.
AI4me: Zero to Hero
Dive into this hands-on workshop that will take you from zero to AI hero - fast.
The Business Case for Community Solar Projects
Join us for a panel event featuring industry leaders David Heine, Emma Stilts, and Gerald Errands as we explore the business of designing, building, and funding community-led renewable energy projects.
AgTech Innovation Summit 2024
Dive into the future of food systems at UNE’s AgTech Innovation Summit. Join year 10/11 students, university students, industry leaders, and expert researchers to explore next-gen agtech, robotics and space farming.
Graduate Certificate in AI Innovation info session
Learn more about how to leverage your AI skills to innovate within an existing enterprise or new venture through our Grad Cert in AI Innovation. This online info session is hosted by Course Coordinator, Matthew Wysel.
AI Study School
Discover how to harness the power of AI to enhance your learning experience without compromising ethics.
Future-Proof Your Business
Prepare your business for any exit scenario—whether selling immediately, departing as a co-founder, or simply planning for future opportunities.
This interactive panel event will provide real-life insights from some of the SRI's longest-serving founders on what buyers look for in a business, how to ensure your business’s backend is properly structured, and potential pitfalls to watch out for.
Royal Society of NSW presents - “Mathematics for the propagation and the spreading of species” - UNE SMART Region Incubator.
An event by The Royal Society of NSW and UNE - Propagation is a phenomenon observed in the real world with different forms; for example, it occurs in ecological invasion where an invading species is expanding its territory, and it happens in an epidemic when the disease is spreading to new areas.
Spark New England - Event two: Fireside chat with Alan Jones and Lou Conway
Join us for a fireside chat with Alan Jones and Lou Conway as we explore Alan's insights on AI's transformative effects on industries and society. Alan will share how he sees AI reshaping everything from customer service to software interaction, and a future where technology anticipates our needs seamlessly.
Spark New England - Event one: Pitch Workshop with Alan Jones
In a day packed full of entrepreneurial skills building, knowledge sharing, coaching and inspiration, this is an experience designed to bring together seasoned founders who need that extra edge in their pitch, through to those with an idea and not much else besides.