Winners 2023 Astrofest Astrophotography Competition
The winners of the 2023 Astrofest Astrophotography Competition and Exhibition were announced at last month’s Astrofest held at Curtin University in Perth. The winner of the Best Astrotourism WA Nightscape Award was Virat Shah for his image entitled “Desert Dreams”....
Best Stargazing in 2024
Embark on a celestial journey with us as we explore the wonders of the night sky and the best stargazing in 2024. Discover the magic of constellations, planets, and meteor showers in settings that elevate the art of stargazing. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or a casual observer, these celestial spectacles offer awe-inspiring moments that transcend the ordinary. Join us in anticipation as we unveil the best stargazing in 2024, where the universe unfolds its mysteries.
TAFE Students Put Regional WA on Dark Sky Tourism Path
Students studying Travel and Tourism at Perth’s North Metropolitan TAFE have worked with five Astrotourism Towns in regional WA to develop innovative visitor packages. The Dark Sky Tourism Product Development Project is an initiative between North Metropolitan TAFE...
Astrofest Astrophotography Exhibition Opens for Entries
Entries to the 2023 Astrofest Astrophotography Exhibition have opened and will culminate with an Awards ceremony at the popular Astrofest event to be held in Perth on 18th November. All West Australians interested in photographing the night sky are encouraged to...
2023 Astrofest Astrophotography Competition Open for Entries
Have you got a GREAT astrophoto in your collection? The 2023 Astrofest Astrophotography Competition and Exhibition is open for entries! The competition is open from 28th July and closes at midnight on 13th August 2023. There are a variety of competition categories you...
Kids in Space Win
Two primary schools from WA’s Astrotourism Towns communities have exhibited 3D modelling designs that create innovation for sustainable space development. Gascoyne Junction Remote Community School displayed concepts for the reduction of light pollution to ensure...
Stargazing Discovery Tour to promote dark sky tourism to eclipse chasers
Astrotourism WA has released a series of 22 dark sky stargazing events to celebrate the Ningaloo Total Solar Eclipse and promote Western Australia’s world-class night sky to eclipse chasers and visitors from around the world. The Eclipse Discovery Tour dark sky...
Starry Coast to Outback Adventure | 17 Days | Gascoyne
Breathtaking outback and coastal adventures await in the amazing Gascoyne region. The stars sparkle overhead, and the spectacular landscape will take you to another world. There is lots on offer for visitors – from gourmet produce and fun in Carnarvon, to outback 4WD...
Winners 2022 Astrofest Astrophotography Competition
The 2022 Astrofest Astrophotography Competition and Exhibition was a huge success! There were 380 entries from 76 different entrants and the winners of seven awards were announced at Astrofest on 29 October 2022. Astrotourism WA sponsors the trophy for the Best...
Star Way | 10-12 Days | Pilbara
The wide-open starry night sky landscapes across the Shire of Ashburton in the Pilbara will take your breath away. Hit the open road and discover sunrises, sunsets and everything in between across Western Australia's North West. From the protected boating waters...
Rocks Stars | 14 Days | Murchison
Murchison brilliant starry night skies and ancient rock formations will captivate your every sense. The night sky and land have a connection like nowhere else on Earth. Time stands still and you can feel the ancient wisdom of the world’s first astronomers, Aboriginal...
WA Eclipse One Year Countdown Begins
One year from now, Western Australia will be the best place on the planet to witness a total solar eclipse. On 20 April 2023, the area around Exmouth and the Mackerel Islands will be buzzing with visitors read to see one of nature’s most incredible shows. Tens of...