The waxing crescent moon makes a close approach to the Pleiades star cluster below the constellation of Taurus in the north-western sky from sunset. Until about 9.30pm, the moon and the Pleiades (also known as the Seven Sisters) are close enough to fit within the view...
Antares is a super giant red star and the 15th brightest star we see in the the Southern Hemisphere’s night sky. On the night of September 10th, the Moon will pass in front of Antares and the view should be spectacular, especially when the action starts. From...
Watching Jupiter’s moons through a telescope is fascinating! You can see their movement over an hour or so. Sometimes you’ll see a transit or an occultation of Jupiter’s moons. This happens regularly. A transit is when one astronomical body passes in...
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...
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...
It’s comet hunting time, and your astronomy target is Comet C/2021 S3/PanSTARRS. When to look: From shortly after midnight in the morning of January 1, getting steadily later as the weeks progress until the beginning of April. You can see comet C/2021 S3/PanSTARRS all...
The International Space Station (ISS) makes regular appearances in the West Australian sky! The ISS is an amazing sight to see in the night sky and you don’t need a telescope or binoculars to see it. When and where to look: Sunday the 11th of December...
May’s eclipse of the Moon is what’s known as a penumbral lunar eclipse. These are not as spectacular as a total lunar eclipse, but if you’re keen there are a few things to note. A penumbral lunar eclipse is when the Sun, Earth and Moon are imperfect...
It’s always worth checking out an eclipse. This partial lunar eclipse won’t be the most spectacular but for the keen stargazers, it’s definitely something to see! When to look: Partial eclipse begins at 2.00am, 29th October. Maximum eclipse is reached at...
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