The Australian Space Agency and the Boeing Company signed a statement of intent, confirming Boeing’s commitment to invest in R&D, innovation, STEM education and government initiatives.
Latest from the Australian space sector
Latest from the Australian space sector
Aussie astronaut named 2026 Australian of the Year
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
Aussie astronaut named 2026 Australian of the Year
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.
Government backs next‑gen space research
NEWS • National capability
Government backs next‑gen space research
20 January 2026
New funding strengthens national capability in space and space‑adjacent industries.
Gilmour secures $217 million in private investment
NEWS • National capability
Gilmour secures $217 million in private investment
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.
Journeys Beyond: An insight into life as an Astronaut and the Future of Space
NEWS • Inspiring Australia
Journeys Beyond: An insight into life as an Astronaut and the Future of Space
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.
What’s on the horizon for space in 2026
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
What’s on the horizon for space in 2026
7 January 2026
This year will mark some key milestone moments for Australia and the global space industry.
2025 Year in Review
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
2025 Year in Review
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.