The Australian Space Agency and XTEK Ltd signed a Statement of Strategic Intent and Cooperation which will strengthen the capability and competitiveness of Australia’s space industry.

Latest from the Australian space sector

A group of people National Finals for the Andy Thomas Space Foundation’s Kids in Space program.

Young innovators take off at Kids in Space 2025 finals

NEWS • Inspire

17 November 2025

Seven school teams gathered at the Australian Space Discovery Centre in Adelaide to pitch their space-inspired solutions.

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Expression of Interest: Australian Space Debris Research Community

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

12 November 2025

The Australian Space Agency is seeking Expressions of Interest to establish a new academic group dedicated to advancing national and international efforts in space debris management. The last day to make submissions is 12 December 2025.

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Event: Mission Possible

NEWS • Inspire

11 November 2025

Join us either remotely or in-person as we celebrate the space science feats between Australia and Japan, which includes the 5th anniversary of the Hayabusa2 capsule’s return and the upcoming Martian Moons Exploration.

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Outback To Orbit Episode 3

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

1 November 2025

In this episode, we met two Aussie companies who are leading safe and secure commercial space activities on Australian shores with support from our grant programs.

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The hidden ingredient managing air traffic from space

NEWS • Space spotlight

29 October 2025

Deep within Skykraft spacecraft is a new system for formation flying – and it’s shaping a constellation of Australian satellites designed for global, uninterrupted air traffic control.

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New recommendations to boost Australia’s global space opportunities

NEWS • Industry growth

24 October 2025

By aligning with the European Cooperation for Space Standardization initiative, Australia is positioning its space sector for stronger international collaborations, while fostering innovation.

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