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Space startup folds after NASA rocket launches

An Australian space startup that launched NASA rockets from the Northern Territory has collapsed into liquidation, still owing the government $5 million.

The space startup, once billed as the future of Australia's launch industry, has folded with significant debts remaining unpaid to the Northern Territory government. The company had previously achieved success by launching NASA rockets from its NT facility.

The liquidation comes despite previous enthusiasm for the company's role in developing Australia's space capabilities. The $5 million debt to the Northern Territory government remains unpaid following the company's collapse.