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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NEWS • Industry showcase: Space spotlight

11 August 2026

Human Aerospace has spun its International Space Station-proven skinsuit technology into a brand of revolutionary custom-fit compression garments for everyday use.

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NEWS • People in the sector

10 August 2026

To mark National Science Week 2026, plant scientist Gunya Malhotra shares how she is using space agriculture to develop resilient crops and sustainable food systems for Earth and beyond.

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NASA astronaut and Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman peers out of one of the Orion spacecraft's main cabin windows, looking back at Earth, as the crew travels towards the Moon. Image Credit: NASA

NEWS • National capability

7 August 2026

Here’s a recap of some of the key developments and capabilities from July that are shaping Australia’s space industry.

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Head of the Australian Space Agency Enrico Palermo speaking at the 19th Australian Space Forum

NEWS • National capability

28 July 2026

Backed by the Australian Space Agency, the latest edition of the Forum put the spotlight on Aussie space innovations and Indo-Pacific partnerships.

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Australian astronaut and 2026 Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg holding a Mission Sprouts kit

NEWS • Inspiring Australia

26 July 2026

Expressions of Interest opened for the program's kits with the aim to get the space seeds experiment into 1 in 10 Australian schools.

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NEWS • Australian Space Agency

21 July 2026

The Australian Government is backing Australia’s space industry to capture the growing opportunities of the global space economy while strengthening the capabilities that underpin our economic resilience and national security.

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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.