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Astronomy Australia Limited

Concentration Risk
FoundationRegistryABN 19124973584VIC
Relationships
38
Data Sources
2
Revenue
$12.7M
Contract Value
$128K
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Data as of: 19 June 2026
Found in 3 systems—ProcurementACNC CharitiesFoundations

About

Astronomy Australia Limited (AAL) is an unlisted public company that facilitates and supports Australian astronomy. It manages national infrastructure, Australia's access to international astronomical facilities, and administers grant programs for research, instrumentation development, and postgraduate scholarships within the astronomy sector.

Top Contracts (top 5)

Professional Services
The University of Queensland · Feb 2019
$100K
Anglo - Aust telescope agreement
University of Southern Queensland · Feb 2019
$28K
CONTRACTS-013942-0
Department of Industry, Science and Resources · June 2017–June 2018
$21K
CONTRACTS-012456-0
Department of Industry, Science and Resources · Aug 2016–June 2017
$20K
CONTRACTS-010620-0
Department of Industry, Science and Resources · Aug 2015–June 2016
$20K

Board Interlocks (2 shared directors)

Paul Laskyalso sits on
St Leonard's CollegeThe Trustee for St Leonard's College FoundationThe Trustee for St Leonard's College Scholarship FundThe Trustee for St Leonard's College School Building Fund
Andrew Hopkinsalso sits on
Linton and District Historical Society IncMADISON MISSIONS AUSTRALIA LTD.Microloan Foundation - Australia

Giving Philosophy

AAL's giving philosophy is rooted in strategic investment to advance Australian astronomical research and innovation. They aim to provide critical infrastructure, facilitate international collaboration, and cultivate future talent to ensure Australia remains a world leader in astronomy and astrophysics.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should typically be Australian researchers, research teams, or institutions involved in astronomy. Proposals usually require strong scientific merit, demonstrate alignment with national astronomy strategies, and show capacity to leverage national and international infrastructure. Look for specific calls related to instrumentation development, facility access, or postgraduate support communicated through academic channels.

Financial History (7 years)

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsSurplus
2023$12.7M$13.4M$16.8M$-745,197
2022$8.6M$12.2M$14.9M$-3,591,188
2021$18.0M$14.2M$22.3M$3.8M
2020$11.4M$14.1M$12.2M$-2,738,457
2019$13.6M$13.5M$17.9M$160K
2018$7.5M$7.7M$18.4M$-186,679
2017$9.8M$9.8M$9.0M$41K
Govt Revenue
$12.0M
Grants Given (AU)
$11.8M
Staff (FTE)
8.6
Volunteers
30
0

Community Evidence

External Evidence

Identity

GS ID
AU-ABN-19124973584
ABN
19124973584
Sector
research
Financial Year
2023

Focus Areas

Themes
researcheducation
Geography
AU-National
Target Recipients
universityresearch
Purposes
General Public
Beneficiaries
General Community

Board & Leadership (12)

Financials

Revenue
$12.7M
Assets
$16.8M

Method

Match Confidence
registry
Cross-references
2 datasets
Match Key
ABN
Relationships
38

Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.

Data Sources

ACNCFoundations

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External Link

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Location Intelligence

Postcode
3122
Locality
AUBURN SOUTH
Remoteness
Major Cities of Australia
SEIFA Disadvantage
Decile 10/10
LGA
Boroondara
SA2 Region
Hawthorn - South
Entities in Area
1,035
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