Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg Was Named Australian Of The Year

Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg has been named Australian of the Year, marking a historic milestone for the nation’s space journey.

As Australia’s first officially recognised astronaut, Katherine represents curiosity, courage, and the power of dreaming big. From studying space engineering to training with international space agencies, her journey proves that Australians belong not just on Earth—but beyond it. Credit / read more at: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/astronaut-katherine-bennell-pegg-named-australian-of-the-year/g1kf5jm87