Our nation’s fast-growing commercial space industry and world-class research institutions are making their mark on the global space economy. 

Through their innovations – many of which our Agency has proudly invested in – Australia’s domestic capability and international reputation are rapidly expanding. 

Read about the technologies and services making it happen here.

Putting a spotlight on Australia’s space industry

Explore our feature articles that tell the stories of Australian space technologies, both funded by the Agency as well as others, that are enabling us to explore the universe and advance our Earth-based industries.

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"Australian engineers are incredibly creative, and have a real thirst for learning and expanding their capability... we are bringing experience from a whole range of areas."

~ Katie Doyle, Roo-ver Technical Director at Lunar Outpost Oceania, which co-leads the Roo-ver consortium developing Australia's first lunar rover.

Headshot of Katie Doyle, Roo-ver Technical Director at Lunar Outpost Oceania

Space capabilities with big impact

Explore our range of case studies showcasing projects funded through the Agency's programs that are making waves here at home and across the globe.

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Main image caption: Associate Professor Francis Bennett working on the telescope the ANU Quantum Optical Ground Station providing space-to-ground communications in Canberra.

This project received $4.5 million funding from the Australian Government through the Australian Space Agency’s Moon to Mars Demonstrator Mission Grant program.

It had directly contributed its specialised capabilities and expertise to NASA's historic Artemis II mission.

Credit: Nic Vevers/ANU

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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.