To support its Statement on Space, the Australian Government has also issued a Statement of Expectations to the Australian Space Agency.
It is focused on speeding up regulatory approvals and modernising the regulatory framework for emerging activities.
Latest from the Australian space sector
Latest from the Australian space sector
The latest from Aussie space
NEWS • National capability
The latest from Aussie space
3 September 2026
Here’s a recap of some of the key developments and capabilities from August that are shaping Australia’s space industry.
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From Himawari to MMX: Australia's growing space partnership with Japan
NEWS • Partnerships
From Himawari to MMX: Australia's growing space partnership with Japan
2 September 2026
The five-decade long space cooperation between the two countries is set to reach a new milestone through JAXA's MMX mission, with Martian moon samples expected to return to South Australia by 2031.
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Space Harvest Ideathon: Applications open for new space-ed initiative
NEWS • Inspiring Australia
Space Harvest Ideathon: Applications open for new space-ed initiative
25 August 2026
The Australian Space Agency is supporting a new educational opportunity giving young Australians hands-on experience in solving future food production challenges for space exploration.
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The Australian Space Discovery Centre is making more space for schools
NEWS • Inspiring Australia
The Australian Space Discovery Centre is making more space for schools
20 August 2026
From 1 September 2026, the Discovery Centre's new operating model will ensure thousands more students can access a curriculum-aligned learning experience with a space focus.
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From Australia to the Moon: Preparing our Roo-ver for 2030
NEWS • National capability
From Australia to the Moon: Preparing our Roo-ver for 2030
13 August 2026
A two-week test campaign for Australia's first lunar rover is underway at Adelaide University’s EXTERRES CRATER Facility. The testing will prove the rover's mobility in a lunar simulated environment.
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Aussie space garments providing therapy on Earth
NEWS • Industry showcase: Space spotlight
Aussie space garments providing therapy on Earth
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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