On 18 August 2021, the two organisations signed a Statement of Strategic Intent and Cooperation (SSI)
Arrangements with space companies
The Australian Space Agency and Viasat Australia
18 August 2021
The latest from the Australian space sector
The latest from the Australian space sector
Space talk: Edward Robinson
NEWS • People in the sector
Space talk: Edward Robinson
25 July 2025
How does it feel to be one of the youngest CEOs in the Australian space sector?
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Skykraft 4 mission a milestone for space-enabled Air Traffic Management network
NEWS • Space activities
Skykraft 4 mission a milestone for space-enabled Air Traffic Management network
24 July 2025
Australian company's satellites were launched into orbit with SpaceX, joining Skykraft's growing constellation to transform air traffic control.
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The foundational years of the Australian space sector
NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025
The foundational years of the Australian space sector
23 July 2025
As we inch closer to IAC 2025, let's revisit some of Australia’s early space activities that contributed to the growth of the global space sector.
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National Science Week 2025: Scitech's virtual excursions brings space into Aussie classrooms
NEWS • Inspire
National Science Week 2025: Scitech's virtual excursions brings space into Aussie classrooms
21 July 2025
Primary school students across the nation can learn from space experts, including Australian astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg and retired NASA astronaut Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger.
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Consortium to build Aussie-made LEO satellite
NEWS • Industry growth
Consortium to build Aussie-made LEO satellite
14 July 2025
Announced today, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite will be built, launched, and operated by an Optus led consortium. The technology will be designed to amplify Australia's space communications and observation capabilities.
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First Nations advisors craft first-of-its-kind session at IAC 2025
NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025
First Nations advisors craft first-of-its-kind session at IAC 2025
10 July 2025
The Host Plenary at the world’s leading space event will explore how Indigenous knowledge systems can help shape the global space sector.
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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.