One giant leap for man is about to be taken by an Aussie. That’s right. An Aussie is heading into space … kind of. The country’s first ever Moon rover, aptly nicknamed Roo-ver, is headed for big ...

Developing domestic launch capabilities will be key for Australia to stay competitive in the increasingly crowded space ...

Gilmour Space said Nov. 5 it received a license from the Australian Space Agency for the first launch of its Eris rocket. Credit: Gilmour Space/Zaid Dillon WASHINGTON — Australian launch vehicle ...

The list of countries to achieve their own successful orbital space launch is a short one, almost as small as the exclusive club of states that possess nuclear weapons. The Soviet Union was first off ...

The Eris small launch vehicle developed by Gilmour Space ahead of its first launch. Credit: Gilmour Space WASHINGTON — Australian company Gilmour Space is targeting the middle of March for the first ...

Australia's SpIRIT nanosatellite has snapped its first "selfie" from space, marking a successful start to its mission. SpIRIT — formally known as the Space Industry Responsive Intelligent Thermal ...

Australia’s SpIRIT nanosatellite has successfully completed the initial phase of its mission, marking a milestone achievement for Australia’s place and reputation in the global space industry. Led by ...

Australia is known for great beaches, top-tier coffee, and a laidback approach to life that really doesn’t square with all the rules and regulations that exist Down Under. What it isn’t known for is ...

Hosted by Space Connect, the awards celebrate the companies, institutions and individuals driving the rapid growth of Australia’s space industry. With submissions already flowing in, organisers are ...