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Australia-NZ space research to boost land management
Clean technologies

Australia-NZ space research to boost land management

The New Zealand Space Agency and SmartSat CRC unveil four new space research projects to boost environmental and agricultural management across both nations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Australia-New Zealand to launch joint space research projects
EduTech

Australia-New Zealand to launch joint space research projects

Australia and New Zealand are set to launch four joint space research projects aimed at tackling environmental challenges, commencing August 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Lt Gen Larry James joins SmartSat & Monash University
EduTech

Lt Gen Larry James joins SmartSat & Monash University

Monash University and SmartSat have appointed ex-NASA leader Lt Gen Larry James to boost their space research, leveraging his extensive expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Fleet Space demonstrates satellite-enabled push-to-talk
Space Technologies

Fleet Space demonstrates satellite-enabled push-to-talk

Fleet Space Technologies, with SmartSat support, illustrated their satellites' capability to provide high-quality, in-orbit Push-to-Talk voice capabilities.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024
SmartSat CRC invests in Canberra's new space agenda
Unified Communications

SmartSat CRC invests in Canberra's new space agenda

Australia's space research centre, SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), has increased its investment in ACT to over AUD $7 million.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2023
SmartSat launches $7m strong project to develop spacecraft tech
EduTech

SmartSat launches $7m strong project to develop spacecraft tech

Australia's space research centre, SmartSat, has launched a $7m project to develop autonomous spacecraft using artificial intelligence (AI).

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2023
Emeritus Professor Roy Green Joins SmartSat CRC Board
Management

Emeritus Professor Roy Green Joins SmartSat CRC Board

Emeritus Professor Roy Green appointed as Non-Executive Director of SmartSat CRC, Australia's leading space research centre. #innovation #spaceindustry.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Jun 2023
SmartSat sends doctoral students to NASA JPL for internships
EduTech

SmartSat sends doctoral students to NASA JPL for internships

Two SmartSat CRC PhD students have been selected for a SmartSat-led internship program at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory to kickstart their aerospace careers.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2023

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Australian consortium to build LEO satellite for space research
Optus

Australian consortium to build LEO satellite for space research

An Australian consortium will build and operate a Low Earth Orbit satellite by 2028 to enhance national space connectivity and domain awareness.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Australia's Kanyini satellite sends first images from space
Space Technologies

Australia's Kanyini satellite sends first images from space

Australia's first state-funded satellite, Kanyini, has successfully captured initial images from space, marking a significant milestone for the nation's space mission.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
SmartSat CRC & Hellenic Space Centre unite for space tech advancements
Unified Communications

SmartSat CRC & Hellenic Space Centre unite for space tech advancements

SmartSat CRC and the Hellenic Space Centre have signed a deal to enhance cooperation in space science and technology between Australia and Greece.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
South Australia's Kanyini satellite launched via SpaceX mission
EduTech

South Australia's Kanyini satellite launched via SpaceX mission

South Australia's Kanyini satellite has successfully launched via SpaceX's Transporter-11 mission, marking a groundbreaking achievement for the state's space sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sun, 18th Aug 2024
Australian AI cube satellites to revolutionise bushfire detection
Artificial Intelligence

Australian AI cube satellites to revolutionise bushfire detection

Australian scientists have developed AI-equipped cube satellites that can detect bushfires 500 times faster than traditional methods, promising quicker response and potentially saving lives and properties.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
SmartSat funds $2.3m project for Australian in-orbit satellite servicing
Space Technologies

SmartSat funds $2.3m project for Australian in-orbit satellite servicing

Australia's space research centre, SmartSat, kicks off a cutting-edge $2.3m project to advance robotic satellite technologies for in-orbit repairs and upkeep.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024
New space scholarships announced for Earth observation
EduTech

New space scholarships announced for Earth observation

Australia's SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre and The Andy Thomas Space Foundation have announced a scholarship for Earth Observation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2023
New program to develop Aussie agriculture from space
EduTech

New program to develop Aussie agriculture from space

Australia's SmartSat CRC has launched the Maya Nula research program to develop satellite Earth Observation technology for the agriculture industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2023
SmartSat unveils CHORUS prototype aiding communications
Space Technologies

SmartSat unveils CHORUS prototype aiding communications

The prototype has been developed in Australia by the Defence Science and Technology Group and industry and academic partners, following three years of research.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023