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Southern Launch signs with South Korean space company<\/p>\n

Southern Launch has signed with South Korean launch service provider INNOSPACE to conduct space missions from the Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex and the Koonibba Test Range.<\/p>\n

The deal would allow INNOSPACE to conduct missions that include orbital satellite launches and suborbital technology demonstrations set to commence in 2026.<\/p>\n

Southern Launch said the agreement would strengthen SA\u2019s position as an emerging global hub for space innovation.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis partnership reflects our shared commitment to advancing space access and delivering flexible, reliable launch solutions for global customers,\u201d Southern Launch CEO Lloyd Damp said.<\/p>\n

Nominations open for\u00a040 Under 40 Awards 2026<\/p>\n

South Australia\u2019s most ambitious and impactful young leaders are invited to step forward, with nominations now officially open for InDaily\u2019s 40 Under 40 Awards 2026.<\/p>\n

The awards recognise exceptional business leaders under the age of 40 who are making a significant impact across their industries, shaping the future of the state\u2019s economy and community.<\/p>\n

Joel Abrahams, chair of the judging panel and seasoned business leader, highlighted what makes the program so unique:<\/p>\n

\u201cThe 40 Under 40 Awards celebrate ambition, resilience and leadership at a formative stage of people\u2019s careers. I was drawn to the opportunity to recognise individuals who are not only achieving commercial success, but are also creating positive impact through their leadership, innovation and values.\u201d<\/p>\n

Nominations close Wednesday 11 March. For more information and to submit a nomination, visit solsticemedia.com.au\/40-under-40-sa\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Australia\u2019s first electrified trailer launches<\/p>\n

Australia\u2019s first commercially available electrified trailer system has been officially launched by SA company VE Motion.<\/p>\n

The VE Motion Powered Trailer System electrifies the trailer rather than the prime mover, reducing diesel use by up to 50 per cent, improving vehicle performance and reducing emissions.<\/p>\n

The powered trailer systems are built and assembled in Murray Bridge with VE Motion having invested more than $4 million into research, development, engineering and prototyping.<\/p>\n

We wanted to build something useful \u2013 equipment that cuts fuel use, reduces emissions and improves performance, without adding headaches. The industry does not want disruption. It wants gear that works,\u201d VE Motions CEO Dean Panos said.<\/p>\n

Major development site hits the market\"\"Image: supplied.<\/p>\n

An expansive Thebarton landholding has been brought to market, presenting one of Adelaide\u2019s most significant development opportunities.<\/p>\n

The 9,571sqm site at 1-13 Light Terrace in Thebarton, situated adjacent to the $3.2 billion new Women\u2019s and Children\u2019s Hospital, is positioned on the north-western fringe of the CBD and has prominent Port Road frontage.<\/p>\n

Colliers said the site offers exceptional flexibility with dual zoning to support a range of uses including residential, aged care, healthcare and retail.<\/p>\n

\u201cThebarton\u2019s proximity to the new Women\u2019s and Children\u2019s Hospital and other major infrastructure projects positions it perfectly for healthcare, retirement living and aged care development,\u201d Colliers national director of healthcare and retirement living Justin Hazell said.<\/p>\n

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New funding for cutting-edge medical research<\/p>\n

$815,000 in seed funding has been announced to support cutting-edge health and medical research across the Flinders Medical Precinct.<\/p>\n

33 research projects to be led by Flinders University and Southern Adelaide Local Health Network researchers span a broad range of illnesses, diseases and social challenges.<\/p>\n

Each project is provided with up to $25,000 in funding, made possible from donations from the Flinders Foundation supporters, and aims to \u201ccreate positive change\u201d within the community and around the world.<\/p>\n

Some of the research projects include looking at new drugs to stop the spread of Glioblastoma brain cancer and memory preservation in ageing brains through the study of worms.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese grants give researchers the space to test bold ideas, build evidence, and take those critical first steps toward larger-scale impact,\u201d Flinders Foundation Executive Director Ross Verschoor said.<\/p>\n

SA grain producers recognised at Industry Awards<\/p>\n

The top grain producers and industry leaders across SA have been awarded at the 2025 SA Grain Industry Awards held at Adelaide Oval.<\/p>\n

Hosted by Grain Producers SA, the Grain Industry Awards were officially opened by Premier Peter Malinauskas in front of a sold-out crowd of 430 people.<\/p>\n

It was the second time the awards had ever been presented, following last year\u2019s inaugural awards ceremony.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe winners announced tonight are a strong reflection of the broader grain industry \u2013 professional, forward-looking and prepared to invest in the future, even through challenging seasons,\u201d GPSA CEO Brad Perry said.<\/p>\n

List of 2025 South Australian Grain Industry Award winners:<\/p>\n

Grain Producer of the Year (sponsored by Elders): Ben Wundersitz \u2013 Yorke Peninsula<\/p>\n

Young Grain Producer of the Year (sponsored by PIRSA): Sam and Tayla Przibilla \u2013 Mid North<\/p>\n

Women in Grain Award (sponsored by Bunge): Sharon Starick (Murraylands)<\/p>\n

Innovation Award (sponsored by Bayer): Mark Schilling (Yorke Peninsula)<\/p>\n

Industry Impact Award (sponsored by Cargill): Professor Andrew Barr (Adelaide Plains)<\/p>\n

Sustainability Award (sponsored by the SA Drought Hub): Grant Pontifex (Kangaroo Island\/ Yorke Peninsula)<\/p>\n

Hall of Fame inductees:<\/p>\n

Historic Inductee: John Daniel Custance<\/p>\n

Modern Inductee: Andrew Inglis AM<\/p>\n

Modern Inductee: The late Professor Tony Rathjen<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Southern Launch signs with South Korean space company Southern Launch has signed with South Korean launch service provider…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":467802,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[23],"tags":[64,63,128,285],"class_list":["post-467801","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-space","tag-au","tag-australia","tag-science","tag-space"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/467801","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=467801"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/467801\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/467802"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=467801"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=467801"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=467801"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}