Overview 

The Australian Government welcomed the opportunity to respond to the report of the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation, Science and Resources’ inquiry into developing Australia’s space industry. 

The inquiry report was tabled on 2 December 2021.

Latest from the Australian space sector

JAXA astronaut Furukawa Satoshi performs "Starfish exercise for Microgravity" proposed by students from Thailand for Asian Try Zero-G 2023. Credit: JAXA/NASA

Registrations open for Asian Try Zero-G 2027

NEWS • Inspiring Australia

16 October 2026

Led by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, this educational program is supported by the Australian Space Agency and will be delivered by One Giant Leap Australia. Applications close on Monday 30 November 2026.

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Young Torres Straight islanders holding signed postcards of Katherine

Shaped by the Torres Strait: Reflections from our Aussie astronaut

NEWS • Space history and culture

12 October 2026

The Torres Strait Regional Authority recently invited the 2026 Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg to visit Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait). In this feature, Katherine briefly shares the lessons she learnt during her four-day visit.

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Anna Riddell Supervising maintenance of the 26 m radio telescope at the Mt Pleasant Observatory, Hobart. Credit: Lucia McCallum, University of Tasmania

Space Talk: Anna Riddell

NEWS • People in the sector

9 October 2026

To mark Earth Science Week 2026, Anna shares in this feature how looking to space helps us better understand, protect and navigate the place we call home.

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Katherine Bennell-Pegg with students at Charlesville

Aussie astronaut’s outreach program inspires thousands across the nation

NEWS • Inspiring Australia

8 October 2026

Since March, the 2026 Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg has been touring states and territories, empowering students and communities, and promoting Australia's space sector.

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Next evolution of Roo-ver – Australia’s first lunar rover

Australia’s Moonshot: New Roo-ver model unveiled

NEWS • National capability

7 October 2026

To mark World Space Week, the next evolution of Australia’s first lunar rover was unveiled today. Roo-ver is set to make history when it goes to the Moon with NASA in 2030.

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A group photo of the NISA 2026 cohort that will travel NASA along with industry partners

National Indigenous Space Academy 2026: Expanding talent and access to the global space sector

NEWS • Inspiring Australia

2 October 2026

Eight First Nations STEM scholars will participate in the 10-week overseas space education program, led by Monash University with support from the Australian Space Agency.

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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.