The Alpha Centaurid meteor shower (also spelled α-Centaurid) was likely first observed from Sydney, in February 1889. However, they weren’t recorded again until 1938, when they were observed from South West Africa. The meteors were only formally recognised in...
Taurus is a fantastic constellation. The bright red star of Aldebaran marks the eye of the bull and a pair of horns extend out into space. Early in the morning on 9th August, there’s a great opportunity to see which stars mark the tips of the horns of Taurus....
Light Pollution is a captivating collaboration between several partners, including Astrotourism WA. Scitech’s new gallery is spotlighting how light pollution affects Western Australia’s wildlife and night sky. Part of Scitech’s Here, There and Everywhere gallery, the...
Night sky over Glenfield Homestead Ruins in the Shire of Northam, Western Australia Western Australia is making history for protecting our country’s precious dark night skies. Astrotourism WA and DarkSky International are helping communities in Western Australia...
It’s comet hunting time again! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to witness a comet from the depths of the solar system. With some planning and preparation, you may be able to catch a glimpse of your target comet C/2022 L2 and add this celestial spectacle to...
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