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Latest news from Australia’s space sector
Latest news from Australia’s space sector

Roo-ver Research: Swinburne University
NEWS • Space spotlight
Roo-ver Research: Swinburne University
12 June 2025
Based in Melbourne’s east, Swinburne University is making a two-pronged contribution to Australia’s first lunar rover – by tackling the threats of dust and radiation on the Moon.

Australia's largest spacecraft manufacturing facility announced
NEWS • Industry growth
Australia's largest spacecraft manufacturing facility announced
10 June 2025
Space Machines Company and the University of Technology Sydney to establish an industry-scale site, which will be operational later this year.

New 20-metre-high space mural at Lot Fourteen
NEWS • Cultural Space
New 20-metre-high space mural at Lot Fourteen
10 June 2025
The Australian Space Agency unveiled the major new mural that communicates the critical role space plays to everyday life on Earth, promote STEM and inspire the next generation.

Australian Space Agency visits Japan, advancing its space partnership
NEWS • Partnerships
Australian Space Agency visits Japan, advancing its space partnership
4 June 2025
Through a series of engagements the Australian Space Agency promoted the Australia's space sector and deepened space cooperation with Japan.

Second commercial space capsule lands in Australia
NEWS • Conducting space activities
Second commercial space capsule lands in Australia
14 May 2025
Varda’s spacecraft, Winnebago-3, re-enters Earth and lands at Southern Launch’s Koonibba Test Range in regional South Australia.

Over 400 Australian space studies to be showcased at IAC 2025
NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025
Over 400 Australian space studies to be showcased at IAC 2025
14 May 2025
The Congress’s International Programme Committee accepted 4,100 abstracts and Australia ranks second in the number of abstracts selected

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