2026 Southern
Space Conference

11-12 August / QT Canberra

Leading Australia’s Space Future for
Our Strategic Advantage

Southern Space 2026 brings together decision-makers who set the direction for Australia’s space sector. It is a high‑impact forum for serious policy, capability and investment discussions across civil and defence space.

Date:
11-12 August 2026

Location:
QT Canberra,1 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601  See on map.

Questions?
For additional support or queries please contact operations@spaceindustry.com.au
+61 476 358 611

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Featured Speaker

Katherine Bennell-Pegg

Australian Astronaut
Australian of the Year 2026
Former Director of Space Technology, Australian Space Agency

Katherine Bennell-Pegg is an Australian astronaut and aerospace engineer, recognised as Australian of the Year 2026 for her leadership in advancing Australia’s space capability. In 2023, while at the Australian Space Agency, she was selected by the European Space Agency to undertake astronaut training in Germany, becoming the first astronaut trained under the Australian flag.

Strategic Conversations That Matter

The program addresses the strategic issues shaping Australia’s space future, including national capability, supply chains, defence integration, and international collaboration, with sessions designed to support informed dialogue across the sector.

Policy and Industry Dialogue

Southern Space provides a dedicated forum for government, defence, and industry leaders to discuss the policies, partnerships, and capabilities needed to strengthen Australia’s space sector.

Tickets

Member Ticket

For SIAA Corporate &
Foundation Members only.

  • Corporate members: max 2 tickets.
  • Foundation members: max
  • 4 tickets.
  • Membership will be verified.
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Individual Member Ticket

For current SIAA
Individual Members only.

  • Full conference access at member rate.
  • Membership will be verified.
$936 + GST & FEES
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Government Ticket

  • Available exclusively to State and Federal Government employees with a valid government email address.
  • Eligibility will be verified.
$855 + GST & FEES
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Non Member Ticket

  • Standard conference ticket for non-members.
  • Includes full access to all sessions, networking, and catering.
$1,170 + GST & FEES
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