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 • Inspire

18 August 2025

The team reflects on its recent experience of winning the world’s largest university rocket engineering competition in Texas, United States.

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NEWS • Industry growth

14 August 2025

Waratah Seed-1 was recognised at the Small Satellite Conference hosted by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics in the United States.

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NEWS • Australian Space Agency

14 August 2025

In this episode, we meet two Australian companies headed for the Moon, as their cutting-edge technologies help shape the future of space exploration with support from our grant programs.

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NEWS • International Astronautical Congress 2025

12 August 2025

Running alongside the 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC), a suite of free space-themed experiences will be held across the city from 29 September to 3 October.

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NEWS • People in the sector

11 August 2025

When the first commercial moon lander touched down in March this year, a 26-year-old Australian was the Flight Director for the iconic endeavour.

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NEWS • Australian Space Agency

7 August 2025

The Australian Space Agency is seeking information on current space-related business, investment and collaborative partnerships with international partners.

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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.