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Few Australians are aware that their nation was once at the forefront of Space exploration and development. On the 29th of November 1967
Australia became the fifth country (third from its own territory) to launch a satellite. The WRESAT satellite was developed by the Weapons Research Establishment, Salisbury,
South Australia and the Department of Physics at the University of Adelaide in South Australia. The project took less than a year from concept to launch.
Australia is not bereft of intellectual ability and our scientists and engineers are amongst the best in the world. While we have the people
and the ability, it is a different matter to sustain an interest. In this light this site is dedicated to promoting Australian Space development.
Matthew King
Editor
02/12/2008 - Lost In Space? Setting a new direction for Australia's
space science and industry sector The recent report from the Senate Standing Committee on economics on the status of Australia in
Space.(PDF 379 KB)
 >> Click here to visit Lowdown Just For Kids. We have a number of rocket projects that you can make, using simple things around the house.
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Just for fun: Bondi
Beach probably the most famous beach in the world, this one and a half kilometres of sand and
sea is the quintessential Australian icon, and is the third most visited site in Sydney after the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
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 Editorial: | Does Australia need a space
program? | If Brazil can do it why can't we? |
We will be seeking comments and submissions (stories, pictures, etc.) from as many interested parties as possible. This input, both
historical and current will be added to the site as we receive it. For more information about this site contact Matthew King on info@lowdown.com.au
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