# Event Details - **Event Name**: Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Lunch & Learn: Winning Government Grants for Your Innovation - R&D Tax Incentive, MVP Ventures Program and more!About this EventBuilding something new? Developing a new/improved product or breakthrough technology?Join Milka Wenas, Government Grants and R&D Tax Incentive specialist, for a practical and insightful lunch session on:“Winning Government Grants: R&D Tax Incentive & MVP Ventures Program”Whether you're at early prototype stage or preparing for commercial launch, understanding how government funding actually works can significantly accelerate your progress.In this session, Milka will break down what founders and innovators really need to know to successfully secure:✅ R&D Tax Incentive (RDTI)✅ NSW MVP Ventures Program✅ Other early-stage innovation funding pathwaysYou’ll gain clarity on:What qualifies as eligible R&D activities and expenditure (and what doesn’t) under the R&D Tax Incentive (RDTI)What types of project activities and expenditure qualify for the MVP Ventures ProgramCommon mistakes that cause applications to failWhat assessors look for during reviews/auditsWhat records you need to substantiate your claim? About the SpeakerMilka Wenas brings over 15 years of combined government experience assessing R&D Tax Incentive applications and examining patent applications as a former Examiner of Patents (Chemical Engineering). This gives her a rare ability to evaluate innovation from both a government funding and intellectual property (IP) perspective. Her combined experience enables her to provide strategic guidance for successful R&D Tax and competitive grant applications.Milka has supported Australian companies across software, deep tech, manufacturing, renewable energy, engineering and life sciences to:Identify the right funding programs and prepare the grant applicationsIdentify eligible activities and expenditureStrengthen technical narrativesImprove compliance and documentationNavigate audits with confidenceAlign innovation strategy with appropriate funding pathwaysHer approach bridges technical depth, regulatory compliance, and commercial clarity, helping innovators secure funding with confidence.Who Should Attend?Startup founders and co-foundersCTOs and technical leadsInnovation managersSMEs developing new products or technologiesBusinesses considering for MVP or R&D Tax IncentiveWhy Attend?While some funding programs are competitive, all require the right structure, documentation, and strategy to maximise your chances of success.This session will help you understand how assessors think, how to avoid costly mistakes, and how to position your innovation for success.? Special Perks for the Launch Pad CommunityExclusive free 1:1 15-minute Startup Health Check with Milka on the day — available to attendees only.Bring your questions. Leave with clarity. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/parramatta/government-grants-for-startups-submit-a-winning-application/100001982943078126 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Parramatta - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: Launch Pad, Western Sydney University - **lat**: -33.8179962 - **long**: 151.0073399 - **full address**: Launch Pad, Western Sydney University, Level 1, 6 Hassall St, Parramatta, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/680d16529015685f45b674cfbfc6ae738a3fdbbff50a22a76a2114cde241615d-rimg-w1200-h600-dc980031-gmir.jpg?v=1770968312 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application being held? - **A:** Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application takes place on Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Launch Pad, Western Sydney University, Level 1, 6 Hassall St, Parramatta, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application? - **A:** Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application is organized by Launch Pad, Western Sydney University. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Government Grants for Startups: Submit a Winning Application is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Parramatta, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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