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
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.
States and Territories
Australia is home to a range of unique and world-renowned space capabilities across eight states and territories.
Latest news from the Australia's space sector
Latest news from the Australia's space sector
2024 Year-in-review
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
2024 Year-in-review
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.
Strengthening Aussie space ingenuity
NEWS • Industry growth
Strengthening Aussie space ingenuity
19 December 2024
Myriota receives $25 million investment for satellite manufacturing and telecom capabilities.
Team chosen to build Australia’s Moon Rover
NEWS • Industry growth
Team chosen to build Australia’s Moon Rover
17 December 2024
ELO2 selected to design and build Roo-ver — Australia's rover that will go to the Moon with NASA.
APRSAF-30 displays the region’s space capabilities
NEWS • Partnerships
APRSAF-30 displays the region’s space capabilities
4 December 2024
The Australian Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) co-hosted the major event, which welcomed delegates from over 30 countries.
Rocket engine testers target global market
NEWS • Space spotlight
Rocket engine testers target global market
26 November 2024
With local expertise in propulsion and fluid engineering, NextAero wants to help Australian and international customers reach space.
NASA calling – new funding for National Indigenous Space Academy
NEWS • Inspire
NASA calling – new funding for National Indigenous Space Academy
26 November 2024
Applications for 2025 have opened as the program receives support to continue for another three years.
Main image photo credit: CSRIO