Collaborate Innovate 2025

Collaborate Innovate is Cooperative Research Australia's annual conference held at a different theme and location each year. The purpose of the conference is to connect members of the wide community engaged in industry-research collaborative entities and all other stakeholders.

The Collaborate Innovate Conference is the premier annual gathering dedicated to driving excellence in industry-research collaboration across Australia. Each year, we convene at a unique location under a fresh theme, bringing together the full spectrum of stakeholders – from CRCs and research hubs to government, industry and professional service partners. 

Designed for board members, CEOs, COOs, research leads, commercialisation executives, government decision- makers, industry participants and emerging scholars, this event provides unparalleled opportunities to build new partnerships, share best practices, explore cutting-edge research outcomes and chart pathways to real-world impact. 

Whether you’re leading a CRC, advising on growth centres, engaging with rural R&D, or enabling the next wave of innovation-driven entrepreneurs, the Collaborate Innovate Conference invites you to join the conversation, expand your network and help shape Australia’s collaborative research future.

Event Name: Collaborate Innovate 2025

Event date:   19 to 21 May 2025

Location:  Melbourne Connect, The Forum (Level M), Melbourne VIC