The New Zealand Space Agency has signed a space science and technology partnership agreement with Australia’s leading space research organisation, the SmartSat Co-operative Research Centre.

NZSpaceTalk keeps you updated on developments in the sector - including new technologies, what NZ researchers and students are up to, and guest pieces from thought leaders and industry.

The below summaries are for all payloads and other licences approved between 1 April and 30 June 2024.

We’re committed to keeping New Zealanders informed about the range of payloads launched into space, from New Zealand.

The government is calling for applications for the inaugural Prime Minister’s Space Prizes.

We are the front door for space activity in New Zealand – the lead government agency for space policy, regulation and sector development.

Our international engagement programme includes visits to, and discussions with other national space agencies, potential investors and entrepreneurs and other government regulators.

As part of the global effort to combat climate change, New Zealand is participating in the MethaneSAT space mission.

The Government has announced 2 new awards to recognise the talented people working in New Zealand’s space and emerging aviation sectors and inspire young people.

In a first for New Zealand, research hardware is on its way to the International Space Station.