The article discusses plans for a new spaceport in Weipa, Australia. The proposed location offers several advantages due to its geographic location, including proximity to the equator, open airspace, and low population density. The spaceport aims to cater to domestic and international organizations for small, medium, and large launch missions, including deep space activities. The project is still in the design and environmental analysis phase, and consultations with traditional owners in the region are ongoing. The initiative is expected to create up to 300 permanent jobs and inject $100 million into the local economy yearly. Negotiations are underway with the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility, and the project has been completely self-funded up to this point. The site is set to begin small-scale launches by the end of 2026 and large-scale operations by 2029. Federal MP Warren Entsch believes that the unique equatorial location and type of work will guarantee its success, making it a valuable addition to Australia’s sovereign capability.