Changing the shape of a rocket’s nose cone, fuselage, and fins can change the way a rocket flies.
In this activity, you’ll think like engineers as you design, test and improve paper rockets.
Activity
S.C.R.A.P.
19 September 2025
Latest from the Australian space sector
Latest from the Australian space sector
A stellar start for IAC 2025 in Sydney
NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025
A stellar start for IAC 2025 in Sydney
29 September 2025
The 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025) is underway in the city's scenic Darling Harbour.
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Aussie SpIRIT completes first phase of its mission
NEWS • Industry growth
Aussie SpIRIT completes first phase of its mission
23 September 2025
The Australian Space Agency funded SpIRIT nanosatellite successfully completed the commissioning stage of its mission, which includes rigorous testing of technologies in space.
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Agency joins global forum to make space environment safer
NEWS • Australian Space Agency
Agency joins global forum to make space environment safer
23 September 2025
The Australian Space Agency has become the newest Associate Member of the Inter-Agency Space Debris Coordination Committee.
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First Nations speakers from Australia, New Zealand, and Canada to deliver landmark session
NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025
First Nations speakers from Australia, New Zealand, and Canada to deliver landmark session
15 September 2025
The Host Plenary at the world’s leading space event will explore how Indigenous knowledge systems can help shape the global space sector.
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From the archives: Australian Space Agency announced at IAC 2017
NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025
From the archives: Australian Space Agency announced at IAC 2017
10 September 2025
With IAC 2025 just days away, let’s revisit the last time Australia hosted the world's largest space event on its shores.
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From Ryugu to Earth: Bringing Hayabusa2 home
NEWS • Inspire
From Ryugu to Earth: Bringing Hayabusa2 home
5 September 2025
Join us in-person or virtually for a special event at the Australian Space Discovery Centre on Tuesday 7 October, where we unveil a new exhibit featuring a sample from asteroid Ryugu.
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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.