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Space Startup Collapses, Owes NT Government $5M

Australian space startup that launched NASA rockets from the Northern Territory has collapsed into liquidation, leaving a $5 million debt to the local government.

The space startup, once hailed as a future leader in Australia's space industry, has ceased operations and entered liquidation proceedings. The company had previously successfully launched NASA rockets from the Northern Territory.

The collapse leaves the Northern Territory government owed $5 million, highlighting the financial risks associated with supporting space startups in the region.