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Step into the fascinating world of Woomera, Australia, where Len Beadell once charted paths in the outback, enabling rocket tracking and recovery. Explore the Woomera Rocket Park, and discover the significance of historical launches like the ELDO's Europa vehicles. Delve into the Australian International Space School at Adelaide University, uncovering advancements in laser optics and astrophysics. Join us in celebrating the legacy of innovation, exploration, and inquiry that defines Woomera and its impact on space science!
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2004 Australian International Space School
Len Beadell put Woomera on the map in 1947. He surveyed and made roads in outback SA and WA so rockets could be tracked and recovered when fired from Woomera. Len Beadell Straight gunbarrel roads 15/10/1953, Emu, SA, first atom bomb in Aus.
Woomera Rocket Park
Day-time astronomy: Alpha Centauri and Venus
LA9 Zuni Launch 3 Oct 2004
The launch site for ELDO's Europa launch vehicles. Two launch pads were built on the shore of dry Lake Hart. Launcher 6A, in the foreground, was the only one completed and used for launches. (circa 1966)
2004 AISS Staff L2R: John Hisco, Malcolm Schapel, Tony Virgo, Kimberley Clayfield, Mike Roach, Olivia Samardzic, Susan Cockshell