The heart of space

The Australian Space Agency is the heart of space in Australia, working to advance the country's position in the global space economy. 

We have cooperative partnerships with international space agencies and Australian states and territories that benefit the national space sector. We also broker deals and deliver initiatives to drive investment and global opportunities for Australia in space.

Australia: Your partner in space

Our nation has desirable geography and specialised capabilities across as wide range of areas, while also being home to world class research institutions and state-of-the-art infrastructure to deliver important space based programs and services.

"The Australian Space Agency continues to take its role as the front door for the world to engage with Australia in space very seriously – forging deals and generating opportunities through our convening power and space expertise."

~ Enrico Palermo, Head of the Australian Space Agency

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International partnerships

We are the gateway for the global space industry to engage with Australia in space, fostering strong international partnerships for our national sector.

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States and Territories

Australia is home to a range of unique and world-renowned space capabilities across eight states and territories. 

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NEWS • Australian Space Agency

24 January 2025

EOI is now open for Chair and member positions.

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NEWS • Industry growth

16 January 2025

SpaceX's Transporter-12 mission carries six Aussie space technologies into orbit.

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NEWS • Australian Space Agency

13 January 2025

This year will mark some key milestone moments for Australia and the global space industry.

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NEWS • Australian Space Agency

20 December 2024

Get a snapshot of the major milestones for the Australian Space Agency and the nation's space ecosystem with our interactive image gallery.

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NEWS • Industry growth

19 December 2024

Myriota receives $25 million investment for satellite manufacturing and telecom capabilities.

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Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic and Head of the Australian Space Agency, Enrico Palermo posing with Roo-ver, Australia's first lunar rover

NEWS • Industry growth

17 December 2024

ELO2 selected to design and build Roo-ver — Australia's rover that will go to the Moon with NASA.

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Our department recognises the First Peoples of this Nation and their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to the lands, waters, seas, skies, and communities.

We Acknowledge First Nations Peoples as the Traditional Custodians and Lore Keepers of the oldest living culture and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to all First Nations Peoples.