Andromeda is in our galactic neighbourhood of local galaxies. It’s 2.5 million light years away and yet it’s the most distant object visible to the human eye. With the weather warming up, now is a great time to get out under a dark sky and explore your Universe....
Noongar people are the traditional owners of the south-west of Western Australia and have been for over 45,000 years. In the Noongar calendar, the months of April and May bring the season of Djeran. Mainstream education teaches the four seasons of Spring, Summer,...
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...
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...
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