From GPS to weather forecasts: the hidden ways Australia relies on foreign satellites

Canberra, Australia (SPX) May 15, 2025

You have probably used space at least 20 times today. Satellites let you buy a coffee with your phone, book a rideshare, navigate your way to meet someone, and check the weather. Satellites are also essential for monitoring floods, cyclones and bushfires, and supporting the people they affect. Farmers depend on satellite data, too, as does everyone trying to understand and tackle climate c