The heart of space

The Australian Space Agency is the heart of space in Australia, working to advance the country's position in the global space economy. 

We have cooperative partnerships with international space agencies and Australian states and territories that benefit the national space sector. We also broker deals and deliver initiatives to drive investment and global opportunities for Australia in space.

Australia: Your partner in space

Our nation has desirable geography and specialised capabilities across as wide range of areas, while also being home to world class research institutions and state-of-the-art infrastructure to deliver important space based programs and services.

"The Australian Space Agency continues to take its role as the front door for the world to engage with Australia in space very seriously – forging deals and generating opportunities through our convening power and space expertise."

~ Enrico Palermo, Head of the Australian Space Agency

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International partnerships

We are the gateway for the global space industry to engage with Australia in space, fostering strong international partnerships for our national sector.

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States and Territories

Australia is home to a range of unique and world-renowned space capabilities across eight states and territories. 

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Blue Ghost Mission 1 snapped Australia from space during its journey to the Moon. Image credit: Firefly Aerospace

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

18 December 2025

Explore the year's major milestones for the Australian Space Agency and the nation's space industry with our interactive image gallery.

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Australian space technology ALEPH-1

NEWS • Space activities

12 December 2025

Aiming to grow plants in space and help address sustainability challenges on Earth, ALEPH-1 mission is scheduled for the Moon in 2026.

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Australian astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg at an event

NEWS • Inspire

12 December 2025

From classrooms to communities, here's how we spread the message about space across the nation.

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Pip Spence, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Aviation Safety at CASA along with Head of the Australian Space Agency Enrico Palermo

NEWS • Australian Space Agency

2 December 2025

The two agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance and maintain spaceflight and air navigation safety.

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NEWS • People in the sector

1 December 2025

Developing our understanding of national space monitoring capabilities.

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Australian Space Agency Head Enrico Palermo and Officer in Charge of the Philippine Space Agency, Dr Gay Jane Perez at APRSAF-31 Cebu, Philippines

NEWS • Partnerships

27 November 2025

Through a series of engagements in the Philippines, the Australian Space Agency promoted the national space sector and deepened space ties with its Asia-Pacific partners.

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Main image photo credit: CSRIO

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.