3:30pm to 4pm
Kick off Mandurah Tech Fest 2026 with the official opening of Western Australia's premier regional industry and innovation festival.
Be welcomed by the City of Mandurah, followed by a keynote address from Invest and Trade Western Australia, highlighting the opportunities driving innovation, investment, international trade and economic growth across the state.
Join industry leaders, innovators, investors, government and the community as we officially launch five days of connection, collaboration and opportunity.
4pm to 5:30pm
Kick-start your festival experience by meeting the people who can shape the week ahead.
With 60 participants and 8-minute structured networking rounds, you'll connect with innovators, industry leaders, investors, government representatives, founders and business professionals in a fast-paced environment designed to maximise meaningful introductions.
Whether you're looking for new clients, strategic partners, investment opportunities, industry insights or simply to grow your network, this session will ensure you leave with valuable connections before the festival has even begun.
5:30pm to 7pm
Finish Day One with one of the festival's most exclusive experiences.
The VIP Cruise brings together a curated group of innovators, investors, industry leaders, government representatives, sponsors and keynote speakers for an evening of relaxed networking on the beautiful Mandurah waterways.
With numbers intentionally limited to 50 guests, this is your opportunity to build meaningful relationships in a unique setting away from the conference environment. Whether you're seeking new partnerships, investment conversations or simply quality connections, the VIP Cruise is where some of the festival's best conversations begin.
