#INCITE34
The 34th INCITE Awards were held Friday, 18 July 2025 in Perth, with 13 technology innovations confirmed to represent Western Australia in the 2025 national iAwards.
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2025 ACHIEVERS OF THE YEAR
Presented
by
WAITTA
Tina Ambrose and Kay Hargreaves have grown Women in Technology WA (WiTWA) into a powerhouse for equity in tech and STEM.
During their four-year tenure as co-chairs, WiTWA reached over 8,000 students, secured over $2.4 million for future-focused programs and mobilised a network of allies and changemakers.
Their leadership has sparked real, lasting impact, showing that inclusion isn’t just possible - it’s already happening.
DR MAL BRYCE WA TECH COMPANY OF THE YEAR
Presented
by
WAITTA
Norwood Systems exemplifies Western Australia’s capacity to deliver world-class innovation.
Over 14 years, it has launched globally recognised platforms like World Phone, CogVoice, and OpenSpan, developed entirely by local engineers.
With a strong focus on R&D, sustainability, and startup growth, Norwood creates high-value jobs, drives export income, and proudly advances WA’s position on the global tech stage.
2025 DIGITAL INCLUSION AWARD
Presented
by
the Office of Digital Government
Ember Connect is a powerful digital platform created by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, designed to foster connection, confidence, and capability.
At its heart, the platform blends cultural strength with contemporary digital engagement, creating a culturally safe space where women can access resources, share stories, and build leadership pathways.
2025 PEARCEY WA ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR Presented by the Pearcey Foundation
Chris Morrissey is the founder and CEO of Ever Nimble, a Perth-born managed services provider that’s become a global leader in small-to-medium business cyber security.
Taking a leap from retail into tech, Chris has built an award-winning business from the ground up - bringing enterprise-grade tools to small businesses, championing industry change, and creating a diverse, inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive and lead.
Asset Engine is a cost-effective, Western Australian-built solution helping local governments manage digital asset registers and
maintenance. With rapid work order generation and an intuitive interface, it boosts safety, compliance and efficiency, supporting resilient,
well-connected communities.
Asset Engine's Craig Oatway accepts the 2025 Innovating Government Award from the Office of Digital Government Western
Australia's Chief Digital Officer Jonas Petersen.
MERLIN
MERLIN is a powerful AI research platform at Perth Children’s Hospital enabling secure, advanced analysis of sensitive paediatric data. By
accelerating innovation, protecting privacy, and supporting collaboration, MERLIN is transforming the future of child health in Western
Australia.
Sponsored by City of Perth
Healthy Connections
The Kawu Balya App is a culturally responsive, offline-capable health tool empowering remote and Indigenous communities to manage wellbeing
and securely share data - bridging critical healthcare gaps in places like the Pilbara where access is limited but need is great.
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University's Healthy Connections team accepting the City of Perth Social Impact Award from Acting Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds.
Ember Connect is a powerful digital platform empowering over 4,200 First Nations women through connection, opportunity, and cultural
strength - driving personal growth, economic independence, and systemic change so women can live lives of choice, not chance.
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Sponsored by Kinetic IT
Clear Carbon’s platform delivers transparent, precise measurement and management of greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3.
With over 90% accuracy and seamless integration, it empowers organisations to understand their full carbon footprint, drive reductions, and strengthen ESG outcomes.
Clear Carbon accepting the 2025 Sustainability & Environmental Impact Award from Kinetic IT's Michelle Major-Goldsmith.
Curtin University
This predictive maintenance solution, developed by Professor Ahmed Abu-Siada of Curtin University, uses real-time data to detect faults
in rural power lines before they trigger outages or bushfires - offering a safer, smarter, and more cost-effective alternative to
traditional inspections.
Presented by Startup WA
Li-ion Energy delivers affordable, high-quality reconditioned lithium batteries, powering e-mobility and industry while reducing waste and
emissions. Their circular approach extends battery life, advancing sustainability and accessibility in energy storage.
Justin Manton and Sarai Ball of Li-ion Energy accepting the 2025 Startup of the Year Award from Startup WA Chair Charlie Gunningham.
Clear Carbon is a startup enabling real-time energy tracking and highly accurate, end-to-end carbon emissions management. This startup’s
platform delivers transparent, precise measurement and management of greenhouse gas emissions with over 90% accuracy, empowering
organisations to understand their full carbon footprint, drive reductions, and strengthen ESG outcomes.
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Sponsored by NRI Australia & New Zealand
OpenSpan™ Call Protect
OpenSpan™ Call Protect by Norwood Systems is a groundbreaking AI solution that detects and blocks phone scams in real time by analysing
voice, speech, and behaviour to discreetly alert users mid-call. Continuously evolving, it delivers seamless protection against fraud,
safeguarding people, finances, and trust.
Norwood Systems accepting the Research & Innovation (Industry) Award from Ron Costanzo of NRI Australia & New Zealand.
End-to-end emission monitoring, management and reporting platform
Clear Carbon empowers organisations through real-time visibility of energy use and emissions, transforming how industries trace, track, and
manage carbon across complex systems. This solution drives transparency, informed decisions, and stronger ESG performance across entire
supply chains.
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QBit Bridge
Pawsey’s Qbit Bridge overcomes a critical barrier in quantum computing: integrating CPUs, GPUs, and quantum processors into a unified
workflow.
Tested on the Setonix supercomputer, it enables researchers to explore quantum acceleration without rewriting code, unlocking faster
discoveries in AI, drug design, and more.
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more
Sponsored by M&T Resources
AI-automated phonetic transcription for clinical application
Ying Li’s technology solution harnesses AI to fast-track phoneme-level speech analysis in children, enabling faster, more accurate diagnosis
of speech sound disorders, cutting wait times, easing pressure on specialists, and improving access to life-changing care.
Ying Li accepts the 2025 Research & Innovation (Post-Graduate) Award from Kevin Howell of M&T Resources.
NEONATE-in-VR
NEONATE-in-VR is an immersive training solution equipping paramedics with life-saving birthing skills by simulating rare, high-risk
neonatal emergencies in a safe, virtual environment. Through technology, first responders are able to build real-world confidence,
knowledge and care to support new parents in the most critical times.
Sponsored by the Australian Computer Society
ROBORIGGER Remote Release Hook
Developed during an intership with Roborigger, Cody Dalliston's AF12 and Remote Release Hook revolutionise crane operations, removing
workers from danger zones with smart, IoT-enabled remote load control. By boosting safety, extending lift conditions, and improving
precision, it drives productivity across construction and heavy industry.
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Cody Dalliston accepting the 2025 Emerging Leader Award from ACS Western Australia Branch Chair Jerome Chiew.
AnatoView
AnatoView is an innovative 3D medical annotation platform transforming how clinicians understand and communicate complex congenital heart
anatomy. By enabling interactive, real-time manipulation and collaboration, it enhances diagnosis, surgical planning, and patient education
worldwide.