Arrangements with international partners
21 October 2019
The Australian Space Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Italian Space Agency to explore cooperative projects in areas including space policy, law and regulation, space weather, space education and health care.
The Australian Space Agency is the heart of space in Australia, working to advance the country's position in the global space economy.
NEWS • Space activities
30 January 2026
Australia welcomes Varda’s W-5 capsule as momentum builds in the national space sector and the orbital economy.
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
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.
NEWS • National capability
20 January 2026
New funding strengthens national capability in space and space‑adjacent industries.
NEWS • National capability
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.
NEWS • Inspiring Australia
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.
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
7 January 2026
This year will mark some key milestone moments for Australia and the global space industry.
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.