Space
The Minister for Space is proactively releasing the titles of documents received from MBIE.
The Minister for Space is proactively releasing the titles of documents received from MBIE.
Ground-based space infrastructure (GBSI) refers to the systems on Earth that interact with spacecraft.
The Xerra Earth Observation Institute (formerly known as the Centre for Space Science Technology) is contracted by MBIE for $21.7 million excluding GST to establish, build and support a research institute with a focus on earth observation data.
Young imaginations from across New Zealand are being celebrated with the announcement of the Patch to the Future winners, a competition for students in Years 1–8 to design a mission patch for the New Zealand Space Agency’s 10th anniversary.
The Kiwi Space Activator is a pilot programme which enables the testing and validation of New Zealand technologies in orbit or on high-altitude platforms.
When Ella Fasciana joined the Synthetic Aperture Radar for Search and Rescue (SAR4SAR) project, as an emerging researcher at the University of Auckland, she wasn’t planning a career in search and rescue. She was looking for a research challenge that let her solve problems, create practical solutions, and make a meaningful difference.
In 2024, the Government established 2 awards to recognise the talented people working in New Zealand's space and advanced aviation sectors and inspire young people.
We’re committed to keeping New Zealanders informed about the range of payloads launched from New Zealand and of New Zealand payloads that are launched overseas.
A bilateral Space Dialogue between the US and New Zealand governments was held in Washington, DC on 23 and 26 March.
Successful projects for the Kiwi Space Activator rounds one and two have been announced.
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