SmartSat and NASA partner to develop new astronaut search and rescue tech
First announced in 2020, the strategic collaboration between NASA and SmartSat CRC will advance satellite-based emergency communications to ensure astronaut …
One giant leap for Kanyini
With its 2023 launch announced by the South Australian government, here’s a look inside the Kanyini CubeSat. It’s the multi-million-dollar …
New research centre to revolutionise next-gen of space food
The Australian Research Council (ARC) has announced funding for a new Adelaide-based research centre for Excellence in Plants for Space …
CGI touches down at Defence and Space Landing Pad
Global IT and business consulting services firm CGI has established its new Space, Defence and Intelligence Hub at Lot Fourteen’s …
New program to launch next generation into space
The Andy Thomas Space Foundation and the Australian Space Agency have teamed up with Makers Empire to deliver the Australian-first space …
Kanyini booked to blast off in 2023
South Australia’s first home-grown satellite, Kanyini, has been booked to blast off on a Space X Transporter mission in 2023. …
GRAVITY Challenge 05 applications take off
Applications are now open for the global space innovation community to help solve real-world challenges using space technology through GRAVITY …
South Australia: Advancing frontiers for Earth Observation
Earth Observation (EO) satellites and the data they provide have a meaningful impact on the lives of Australians, from enabling …
Rocket scientist surges into dream career in South Australia’s space sector
As a young boy James dreamt of being an astronaut and his fascination with space has led to an exciting …
A new frontier in space weather forecasting
Life is now sunnier at Lot Fourteen with the opening of the Bureau of Meteorology Australian Space Weather Forecasting Centre. …
Catalyst program looking for space industry start-ups
Learn, build, reiterate. That was the mantra Raj Gautam, founder and chief executive of start-up company QL Space, learned when …
Southern Launch sign Australian-first agreement with US Space Command
Southern Launch has become the first Australian commercial space launch provider to sign a Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Sharing Agreement …
Airbus lands at Lot Fourteen
Global aerospace company Airbus Defence and Space will open its first Australian office dedicated to space at the Defence and …
Expressions of interest open for Australian Space Park
Expressions of interest are being sought for a partner to operate the Common User Facility (CUF) within the Australian Space …
Local space sector starring at IAC
Major players in South Australia’s innovative space industry have taken to the stage at the world’s premier and longest running …
Leading space company touches down in South Australia
In yet another endorsement of the state’s innovative and supportive approach to space, Equatorial Launch Australia (ELA) has announced it …
Fleet Space on track to launch 3D printed satellites
Fleet Space Technologies has unveiled a new state-of-the-art 3D printer at their expanded manufacturing facilities in Adelaide, that will bring …
Uni students reach out to regional SA to inspire space careers
University of Adelaide students have taken their passion for STEM to the road as part of a new initiative aimed …
New scholarship inspires Pt Lincoln students towards space careers
The Andy Thomas Space Foundation (ATSF) and City of Port Lincoln have joined forces to launch a new scholarship program …
Inspiring the next generation of space stars
Students in Golden Grove High School’s disability unit are being inspired to pursue a career in space this National Science …
SA companies join mission to launch
Two South Australian companies will take their first leap into manufacturing for the state’s growing space industry after successfully winning …
Funding secured for Australia-India space collaboration
The University of South Australia’s start-up incubator, the Innovation & Collaboration Centre (ICC), has secured a grant from the Australia-India …
Young female engineer reaches for the stars
Farisha Jamal has been working in the South Australian space industry for under a year, but is part of a …
Fleet’s expansion gains altitude
In another major success for South Australia’s growing space ecosystem, South Australian-based company Fleet Space Technologies is expanding its Adelaide …
