# The federal government has announced $65 million to enhance Australia's role in space.

*aerospace · news · 2022-02-25 · ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)*

## Key points

- The Australian government is investing $65 million to boost Adelaide's Australian Space Agency and spaceports.
- Up to three new or upgraded space port sites will be developed using $32.3 million of the funding.
- The investment will help local companies access global space supply chains and lower barriers for space technology testing.
- A key objective of the funding is to secure Australia's next astronaut, ending a 16-year hiatus.

**Countries:** Australia, United States

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