What we’re about
The Objectives:
The Western Sydney Tech Innovators group aims to provide a local forum for Western Sydney communities to get informed about, participate in, and benefit from the current technological revolution led by advancements in Artificial Intelligence (e.g., ChatGPT, AI Agents and Automation, AI Art), Extended Reality technologies (e.g., Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality, Metaverse), and other emerging technologies. We also strive to address and mitigate potential negative impacts caused by these technologies, such as career disruption and deepfake scams.
Who should join:
Our main audience comprises innovators in the broadest sense - anyone creating new or improving existing ideas, products, services, artworks, or stories in their businesses or professional work, while also interested in applying the latest technologies to their processes.
We welcome not only startup founders and creatives who may be traditionally categorized as innovators but also individuals who want to stay informed and apply cutting-edge technologies in their businesses, projects, professional work, and personal lives.
Each month's event will highlight a specific topic, technology, and related use cases (e.g., Virtual Reality for education, AI for business owners, Generative AI for storytellers). Attendees can select topics and events that align with their personal interests.
What we advocate:
- Digital Inclusion: We believe everyone should be able to benefit from the current technological revolution while being equipped to avoid potential negative consequences.
- Responsible AI Practices: We promote the development and use of AI technologies that are safe, fair, and trustworthy, with the goal of empowering the community.
- Hands-on Learning and Interactivity: We encourage active participation and practical, experiential learning to ensure meaningful engagement with new technologies.
This community group is in partnership with the City of Parramatta Council, Western Sydney Startup Hub powered by Spacecubed, LaunchPad Western Sydney University and UNSW Business School.
Upcoming events
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AI Bootcamp for Small Business & Startup - October 2025 Cohort (Postponed)
Western Sydney Startup Hub - Spacecubed , Building C104, 5 Fleet Street ,, North Parramatta , AUTransform your business in 4 weeks: build websites, create videos, automate workflows with AI.
This is a paid intensive program ($449 Early bird). Full details and registration on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-bootcamp-for-small-business-startup-october-2025-cohort-tickets-1763970927529
Limited to 20 participants. Early bird pricing ends Monday, October 6.### 🚀 Transform Your Business with AI in Just 4 Weeks
Launched at WSTI's 1st Anniversary & AI Shed opening on Sept 25th, this intensive bootcamp is designed for Western Sydney small business owners and entrepreneurs ready to harness AI's power.
Stop reading about AI. Start building and succeeding with it.## đź“… 8-SESSION INTENSIVE PROGRAM
Duration: 4 weeks, 8 sessions
Dates: October 14 - November 6, 2025#### TUESDAY EVENINGS - Expert-Led Learning
Team-based, project-driven learning with hands-on practise
- Week 1 (Oct 14) 6:00-8:30 PM: Prompt Engineering and Research
- Week 2 (Oct 21) 6:00-8:30 PM: Website & App Creation
- Week 3 (Oct 28) 6:00-8:30 PM: Branding & Video
- Week 4 (Nov 4) 6:00-8:30 PM: Business Automation with AI
#### THURSDAY SESSIONS - Practise and impelmentation
Dedicated workspace to practise and implement what you learned on YOUR business with peer support and expert guidance available. Thursday sessions take place during WSTI's regular AI Tinker Nights, where you'll work alongside the broader WSTI community.
- Week 1 (Oct 16): 6:00-8:30 PM
- Week 2 (Oct 23): 6:00-8:30 PM
- Week 3 (Oct 30) Oct 30: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (morning session)
- Week 4 (Nov 6) Nov 6: 6:00-8:30 PM
đź“ŤLocation: All sessions at WSTI AI Shed Level 1, Western Sydney Startup Hub 5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta NSW 2151
### 🎯 UNIQUE LEARNING APPROACH
#### Team-Based, Project-Driven Learning
Unlike traditional bootcamps where you work alone, WSTI uses a collaborative team approach with:
- 20 participants form 10 teams of 2 people each
- Each team shares one WSTI-provided laptop pre-configured with all AI tools and premium licenses
- Tuesday sessions: Learn by building practical projects together as a team
- Thursday sessions: Work independently on your own business (bring your own device or use WSTI laptops)
### đź’° INVESTMENT
Standard Registration: $500 AUD
Early Bird Special: $449 AUD (First 10 registrations - Ends October 6)
Group Rate: $447 AUD per person (Register 3+ people together)
Limited to 20 participants for personalized attention and meaningful peer connections.#### What's Included:
đź“š 10 hours of expert instruction (Tuesday sessions)
🛠️ 9.5 hours of supported implementation time (Thursday sessions)
đź’» Laptop & AI tools provided - No need to bring your own device! WSTI provides pre-configured laptops with all premium AI tools and licenses
đź‘Ą Team-based learning - Work in pairs (2 people per team) for collaborative learning
đź“– All learning materials and resources
🤖 Premium AI tool access - No additional software costs during bootcamp
🤝 Access to WSTI community and future events
đź’¬ WhatsApp cohort group for ongoing peer support
🎯 Implementation troubleshooting and guidance
🎓 Certificate of completion (requires attendance and milestone completion)### 📊 RETURN ON INVESTMENT
If you were to hire agencies for what you'll build:
- Website design and development: $2,000-5,000
- Video content creation (2-3 videos): $1,000-5,000
- Business automation setup: $1,000-2,500
- Expert consultation: $1,000 - 2,000
Total agency cost: $5,000-14,5000
Bootcamp investment: $449-500
But here's the real value: You don't just get these assets—you gain the skills to keep building, iterating, and creating new solutions for your business indefinitely. That's worth far more than any one-time deliverable### 👥 WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This bootcamp is perfect for:
- Small business owners (1-10 employees) wanting competitive advantage
- Solopreneurs & freelancers needing to multiply their output
- Startup founders (pre-launch or early stage) building lean and smart
- Working professionals with side businesses maximizing limited time
- Service professionals (coaches, consultants, trades) going digital
No technical skills, coding experience, or AI knowledge required. WSTI provides pre-configured team laptops with all premium AI tool licenses included, so you don't need to bring your own device or pay for any subscriptions during the bootcamp.
#### You do need:
âś… Commitment to attend sessions and implement
âś… Willingness to experiment and learn in a team
âś… Readiness to collaborate with a learning partner
If you've been saying "I should really learn AI" but haven't taken action—this is your accountability system.## ✨ WHAT YOU'LL BUILD (Not Just Learn!)
This isn't a typical workshop where you leave with notes and good intentions. You'll leave with working business assets:
### By the End of 4 Weeks:
You won't just know how to use AI. You'll have AI working FOR your business.
âś… Core AI skills mastered - Prompt engineering techniques that make AI 10x more effective for your business needs
✅ Live website or app - Your business idea launched online (not a generic template—built for YOUR specific concept)
âś… Video content library - 2-3 marketing videos created and ready to post on social media
âś… Automated workflows running - At least 1-2 business processes automated to save 3-5+ hours per weekCheck the Eventbrite Page to see FAQs: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-bootcamp-for-small-business-startup-october-2025-cohort-tickets-1763970927529
Limited to 20 participants. Early bird pricing ends Monday, October 6.7 attendees
Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program Pitch Night Western Sydney (Partner Event)
Western Sydney Startup Hub - Spacecubed , Building C104, 5 Fleet Street ,, North Parramatta , AUJoin us for the Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program Pitch Night on Tuesday 21st October, as we celebrate the cohort who will pitch their business to a room full of like-minded startup founders and a community of supporters!
Over the last six weeks, founders based in Western Sydney have been working on their businesses under the guidance of Caroline Lepron and experienced mentors, and now they're ready to step out onto the stage and showcase their ideas with the startup and innovation community.
Come along to the Western Sydney Startup Hub from 5pm to hear from:
- Florapeutic
- Common House
- AI MESHLABS
- SOAP AI
- SmartPlanAI
- WeCycle
- Wellna
- Edu-fy
- Fit Theory
- Candi
- The Social Glow Up
- Raceday Legend - Craige Marquart
- Umpire10
- SKTNG
- Unplex Me
- PeekThru
- Envisyo
🎤 Meet Our Judges:
- Ashlee Gardener – Smart City & Innovation Manager, City of Parramatta
- David Smith – Associate Director, Investment NSW
- Mike Abbott – Partner, Antler
Tickets are free! However, registrations are essential for catering purposes, so don't miss the opportunity to support local businesses and network with the startup community.
This program is proudly supported by the NSW Government, and delivered by Spacecubed's flagship program, Plus Eight.
14 attendees
Motherhood, Startups & Government: Balancing Life and Leadership
Western Sydney Startup Hub - Spacecubed , Building C104, 5 Fleet Street ,, North Parramatta , AUMotherhood changes everything, from how we see ourselves to how we show up in our careers, communities, and leadership roles.
In this conversational session, Cr Hayley French (City of Parramatta) and Shuoyan Zhu (Western Sydney Startup Hub & Western Sydney Tech Innovators), both of whom recently welcomed their second child, come together to reflect on entering this new chapter of life and how it intersects with leadership in government, startups, and beyond.
Drawing on their lived experiences, Hayley’s journey as an elected leader who champions women's voices, and Shuoyan’s path building innovation communities, they will explore the opportunities and challenges of balancing career, community, and motherhood.
This will not be a formal panel but an open, relaxed conversation that welcomes women to join, share their own stories, and build connections. Whether you’re a founder, professional, community leader, or navigating motherhood in your own way, you’ll find a supportive space to connect, reflect, and be inspired.Reserve your spot for free via link here: https://events.humanitix.com/motherhood-startups-and-government-balancing-life-and-leadership
3 attendees
Past events
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