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Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg.

SpaceCommentsAstronaut & Australian of the Year on WA’s space future

Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the first person qualified as an astronaut under the Australian flag and 2026 Australian of the Year, says WA is getting gold stars for critical contributions to space exploration.

Eliana Hullett

In an undated image from the Department of Defense, an image of a UFO resembling a football-shaped body near Japan that the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command reported. The Pentagon on Friday released online what it called “new, never-before-seen” files, dating back decades, related to unidentified flying objects. (Department of Defense via The New York Times) — NO SALES; FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY

SpaceVideoComments‘New, never-before-seen’ UFO files finally released

It includes a strange sighting by Buzz Aldrin of a bright light source during the Apollo 11 moon mission.

Michael Levenson

Comet C2025-R3 PanSTARRS captured over Lake Clifton in the Shire of Waroona.

Out of this worldPremiumStargazers jump at chance to shoot once-in-a-lifetime comet

Comet C2025-R3 PanSTARRS was visible over the South West sky last week, with several photographers flocking south for a chance to snap the celestial visitor

Craig Duncan

Comet (C/2025 R3) off the coast at the moment. Is not a naked eye object, but it can be seen with binoculars. Pictured is an image taken by an automated telescope with a 9 minute exposure time. Supplied

SpaceCommentsRare comet to pass through WA skies this week

West Australians have an opportunity to witness a piece of space history this week when an ancient comet passes through. Here’s how to see it.

Tegwen Bescoby

Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch has melted hearts after she shared a heartwarming video of her and her dog, Sadie, reuniting after her historical journey into space.

SpaceVideoCommentsSo cute! Artemis II astronaut’s adorable reunion with dog

Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch has reunited with her dog, Sadie, after a mammoth journey to the moon and back.

Kellie Balaam

A young boy wearing an astronaut costume cheers next to a woman waving a flag as they watch a live broadcast of the return of the Artemis II crew members to Earth.

World NewsCamera IconSEE THE PICS: How world reacted to Artemis II’s return

The raw emotion on the faces of space fans could be seen far and wide following the return of Artemis II to Earth after a spectacular 10-day journey around the moon.

Kellie Balaam

The crew fielded questions from journalists.

SpaceVideoCommentsArtemis II crew share huge concerns for boiling ‘re-entry’

From up in space, the Artemis II crew have detailed their concerns about their re-entry into Earth.

Eloise Budimlich

A photo provided by NASA shows an Earthset, captured by the Artemis II crew from the Orion Integrity spacecraft during their flyby around the far side of the Moon on Monday evening, April 6, 2026. On the sixth day of the mission, 248,655 miles from Earth, four people — NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen — ventured farther from home than any human being who has ever lived. (NASA via The New York Times) — NO SALES; EDITORIAL USE ONLY—

SpaceVideoCommentsAstonishing photos from historic Moon flyby

SEE THE PICS: During their historic lunar flyby, the astronauts of the NASA mission Artemis II were working hard to identify and photograph features on the far side of the moon.

Katrina Miller

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SPACEPremiumESO exit puts Australia’s science ambitions at risk: expert

A group of distinguished scientists have slammed the government’s withdrawal from a major European space observatory over concerns it could sideline Australia from astronomy research.

Ria Pandey

The astronauts on the Artemis II are leaving Earth’s orbit.

SpaceVideoCommentsArtemis II mission starts engine burn, next stop the Moon

The NASA Artemis II mission has started leaving Earth’s orbit, passing a critical milestone, now officially headed toward the Moon.

Katrina Miller

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NEWSPremiumWhen Australians can see rare ‘blood moon’

A rare “blood moon” is set to grace the skies of Australia in the coming days. Here’s the best times across the country to watch the spectacular show.

Abisha Sapkota

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NEWSPremiumAussie hypersonic aircraft soars on US rocket

An Australian-built hypersonic aircraft has soared into space, flying aboard a rocket in a US suborbital test mission.

Andrew Hedgman

Direct-entry recruitment will open on Monday for a Space Operations Officer and a Space Operations Specialist with the ADF. NewsWire Handout

NewsPremiumAussie Defence recruits for space roles

A challenging strategic environment has the Australian Defence Force looking to “new frontiers”.

Nathan Schmidt

Researches say the discovery is “really exciting”. Thomas Roell/Shutterstock

NEWSPossibly habitable ‘Earth-like’ planet found

Australian researchers have made a discovery of a potentially habitable planet 150 light years away - but there’s a catch to the conditions on the Earth-like twin.

Phoebe Griffiths

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UPDATED‘Uplifting’: Aussie of Year to be announced

Anthony Albanese has heaped praise on the Australian of the Year finalists, describing Sunday night’s awards ceremony as his favourite event as PM.

Phoebe Griffiths

Aurora Australis seen from Werribee. in Victoria. Image: Maddie Lewis.

NEWSRare light show to grace Aussie skies

A severe solar storm has triggered a rare and spectacular light phenomenon that is expected to light up Aussie skies.

Emma Kirk

SpaceX Dragon undocking from the Harmony Node of the International Space Station.

SpaceCommentsSpaceX Dragon undocks: Rush to get astronauts back to Earth

SpaceX, along with NASA, is returning a crew of four astronauts from the International Space Station after one of them experienced an unspecified medical issue. 

Max Corstorphan

The Geminid meteor shower seen at the top of Niubei Mountain in Ya'an, Sichuan Province, China.

SpaceCommentsResidents to witness best meteor shower tonight in Perth

Known as one of the most reliable celestial spectacles of the year, the Geminid meteor shower is set to peak across Australia tonight. Here’s how you can watch it!

Taylor Renouf

The Geminids meteor shower will be lighting up our skies this weekend.

PerthCommentsSpectacular meteor shower to light up Perth skies on weekend

The ‘natural fireworks show’ will be visible from several iconic places around Perth.

Katherine Kraayvanger

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SPACEPremiumWhen to watch Aus meteor shower

Australians will have a rare chance to witness the Geminid meteor shower as it peaks under near-perfect lunar conditions. Here’s the best times to watch the spectacular show.

Pamela Rontziokos

The aurora pictured from Mundaring Weir.

SpaceCommentsStunning pictures from WA’s aurora light show

West Australian stargazers have been treated to a dazzling light show thanks to a spectacular aurora illuminating the night sky on Wednesday evening. SEE THE PICS.

Jessica Evensen

A previous Aurora Australis over West Beach, Esperance.

Light showCommentsPerth to witness ‘best aurora event in years’ tonight

Perth is set to experience its biggest aurora light show in years, which is tipped to be so impressive, some photographers have taken the day off in a bid to capture it.

Natalie Richards

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SciencePremiumAussies treated to stunning meteor shower

The Leonids meteor shower will light up the Aussie night sky throughout November.

Emma Kirk

Pictures from the Resources Technology Showcase 2019 Perth at the Perth Convention Centre.

EnergyPremiumNext mission for former Woodside Energy exec

Former Woodside new energy executive Jason Crusan has jumped in the pilot’s seat of a non-profit seeking to accelerate WA’s fledgling space industry.

Matt Mckenzie