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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.

>> 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.

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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The editorial content of this site is the opinion of the editor, Mr Matthew King. News items, submitted items and items of public interest will be identified as such and are subject to standard journalistic practices.

Any submissions relating to technology and the political process are more than welcome. The current Lowdown logo has been taken from the WRESAT project.