Science / Space

Space submissions being sought by MBIE

13:15 pm on 8 September 2022

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The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is seeking public input on the future of space science in New Zealand.

Specific areas they're looking for consultation on include a strategy for building our aerospace sector, the use of satellites, security, and space exploration,

The resulting 'Aerospace Strategy' will aim to further grow our aerospace sector into a thriving internationally competitive one.

Professor Richard Easther form the University of Auckland's Department of Physics talks to Jesse about what MBIE are looking for from the public.

Photo: ESA/Hubble, CC BY 4.0