A Sky Quality Meter device measures the brightness of the night sky. Western Australia has some of the darkest night skies in the world and we’ve been out and about measuring just how dark they are! The Sky Quality Meter is sensitive to visual light and...
The local community in Wongan Hills often gathers at the Airport to watch special astronomical events such as Lunar Eclipses and you’re also very welcome to use it for stargazing. It’s only 2kms from the centre of town and is very easy to get to. It’s away from street...
Wongan Hills became an Astrotourism Town in August 2018. The first visit on 10 August 2018, included meeting staff at the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu and committee members from the local tourism association. There was a great discussion on various locations to use for...
Lake Ninan (pronounced knee-nun) is 11kms south west of the town of Wongan Hills is a lovely location for astrophotographers. The Lake Ninan Rest Area is a large open area on the south side of the lake. The shore of the lake is easy to access by foot. It’s easy...
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