Story: WA Spaceport
Episode: 2
Presenter: Christina Morrissey
Air Date: 14th April 2024

Australia's Aerospace Industry into the Future.

• April Walker, an engineer, highlights the importance of sovereign launch capability for scientific advancement and economic growth. Currently, Australia relies on countries like the USA, Russia, China, and India for satellite launches.
• April Walker and her team have been working on the ambitious Albany Spaceport project for several years. The project aims to provide a commercial spaceport alternative to government-controlled launch sites internationally.
• The spaceport will offer launch services to Australia and other countries and industries, emphasizing its commercial nature. The project is ready to commence construction pending final government approval in 2024.
• The chosen site outside Albany offers proximity to essential infrastructure like ports, rail, and airports, making it convenient and cost-effective. It's also far enough from populated areas to ensure safety.
• The local community is supportive of the project, anticipating economic benefits and opportunities for growth. Mayor's interview highlights excitement and optimism about the spaceport's potential impact on Albany.
• April Walker's team has also developed rocket fuel used on moon landers, which will power the rockets launching satellites into orbit.

For more information, head to:
https://www.waspaceport.com.au/