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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2026 Australian of the Year – Katherine Bennell-Pegg

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

25 January 2026

Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the first qualified astronaut under the Australian flag, was announced as the winner by the Prime Minister during a ceremony in Canberra.

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NEWS • Industry growth

20 January 2026

The funding was jointly led by the Australian Government established National Reconstruction Fund Corporation and will help scale-up sovereign space capability.

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Shannon-Walker and Katherine Bennell-Pegg

NEWS • Inspire

13 January 2026

Join us in-person for a special discussion with astronauts Dr Shannon Walker and Katherine Bennell‑Pegg on Tuesday 20 January in Adelaide.

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The aurora australis streams above Earth's horizon

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

7 January 2026

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

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Blue Ghost Mission 1 snapped Australia from space during its journey to the Moon. Image credit: Firefly Aerospace

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

18 December 2025

Explore the year's major milestones for the Australian Space Agency and the nation's space industry with our interactive image gallery.

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A team of QUT engineering students with their rover.

NEWS • Inspire

16 December 2025

Five Queensland University of Technology students share how hands-on experience with their rover Perseus and a trip to NASA's 2025 Lunabotics Challenge sharpened their technical and project management skills.

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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.