The following is a list of the amateur societies in Australia. A common philosophy within these organisations is the emphasis they place on public education. Enquires from anyone with an interest in astronomy are most welcome. Where given, annual fees are subject to change. We are keen to keep the information in this section 'evergreen'. It would be appreciated if any significant change occurs (especially new organisations) that the society contact Quasar Publishing.
Please note that a number of the societies now have Internet home pages. These can be excellent sources of information such as latest astronomical discoveries, society events and connections to other astronomy sites on the Web.
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Astronomical Society of Coonabarabran
meets on the third Wednesday each month at 7:30pm at the Imperial Hotel, John Street, Coonabarabran.
The club's 15cm Dobsonian reflector is available for members to hire.
Address: c/- AAO Private Bag, Coonabarabran NSW 2357
Fees: $1 joining fee plus $20 annual subscription
Contact: Paul Cass (02) 6842 2994
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Astronomical Society of NSW
holds meetings twice per month. Our usual meeting venue (CSIRO, Division of Radio Physics, Pembroke Rd (cnr Vimera Rd), Marsfield, is currently undergoing major renovations and will be unavailable for a few months. During this time, ASNSW meetings will be held at the Epping Creative Centre, Dence Park, at 26 Stanley Road, Epping. Please check their website for current details.
At ordinary meetings, professional astronomers are invited to talk. The technical meetings are less formal, where members often run discussions. The society runs two observing sites. One an observatory at Bowen Mountain, near Richmond, west of Sydney (housing a 16 inch telescope). The other is their dark sky property Wiruna, near Ilford. This site includes accommodation, amenities and a 17.5 inch telescope. A monthly magazine Universe is also published.
Address: GPO Box 1123, Sydney NSW 2001
Fees: $60 full, $20 junior (under 18), $45 student (18 to 25), $55 associate, $85 overseas. Discount if monthly magazine taken by email. A $20 joining fee applies.
Contact: Adrian Saw (02) 4572 1568
Web: http://www.asnsw.com
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Astronomical Society of the Hunter
meets at Keay Southern Cross Observatory (near Kurri Kurri) on the 1st Friday each month at 7:30pm.
The Observatory houses a 16 inch telescope and a 13.1 inch Newtonian. They also have a club 6 inch refractor and a portable telescope which is used for school, scouts, service club productions and 'Meet The Astronomers' nights.
Address: PO Box 69, Kurri Kurri NSW 2327
Fees: $20 adult, $25 family
Contact: Col Maybury (02) 4937 4664 (ph/fax)
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Canberra Astronomical Society
meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month starting at 8pm. (A beginners group starts one hour before the main meeting.) The venue is usually the Duffield Lecture Theatre, Mt. Stromlo Observatory, Weston, ACT.
Meetings regularly feature guest speakers from both the amateur and professional communities. The society has a broad range of programs to support the beginner through to the very experienced amateur astronomer. Membership includes the CAS monthly newsletter 'Southern Cross' and access to the society's telescopes including its Meade LX200 14" on Mt. Stromlo.
Address: PO Box 1338, Woden ACT 2606
Fees: $15 student; $30 full, individual; $40 families
Contact: John Howard (02) 6248 0552
Web: http://www.mso.anu.edu.au/cas/
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Central West Astronomical Society Inc (Parkes)
meetings are held on the first Friday of the month at the Parkes Observatory Discovery Centre, commencing 7:30pm, visitors welcome.
Public viewing nights are organised and regular observing nights are held twice a month.
Address: PO Box 819, Parkes NSW 2870
Fees: $30 adults, $20 students
Web: http://www.cwas.org.au
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Coffs Harbour Astronomical Society Inc
meetings are held first Tuesday each month at 7pm at the William Bayldon Public School, Toormina Road, Toormina.
Address: 11 Yarad Place, Boambee, NSW 2450
Contact: Win Howard (02) 6653 2742
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Grafton Astronomical Society
meets on the first Wednesday each month at 7pm at the Grafton Aero Club Vere Street, South Grafton 2460.
New members are welcome.
Fees: $25 per annum
Contact: Mick Austin (02) 6643 1349 or Stephen Fletcher (02) 6643 3288
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Hawkesbury Astronomical Association
meetings are held 2nd Wednesday each month, at 7:45pm, in the Tebbutt Rooms at the The Derubbin Centre, Windsor.
They also observe on Third Quarter and New Moon weekends. The club organises several public field nights per year and presents a basic introduction to astronomy. The HAA aims to cater for the newcomer at a basic level.
Address: PO Box 670 Windsor NSW 2756
Fees: $20 adult, $30 family and $10 junior.
Contact: Adrian Saw (02) 4572 1568
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Illawarra Astronomical Society
meetings are held at the Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium on the second Tuesday each month (except January) at 8pm.
There are regular observing nights held at various sites near Wollongong.
Address: PO Box 1814, Wollongong NSW 2500
Contact: Yasmin Rittau (02) 4226 3584
Web: http://ias.ozastro.org
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Macarthur Astronomical Society
holds meetings, with guest speakers and workshops, every 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30pm at the University of Western Sydney - Macarthur, Building 21A, Room 6.
The society also publishes a monthly journal, Prime Focus, and offers dark sky observing on members sites. The MAS encourages members from novice to expert. They provide Full, Student, Pensioner and Family levels of membership.
Address: c/- Secretary, PO Box 17, Minto NSW 2566
Contact: Ian Cook 0415 915 771
Web: http://www.macastro.org.au
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Northern Sydney Astronomical Society Inc
meets at St Ignatius College at Lane Cove and conducts regular observing nights at North Turramurra Golf Club.
The society has a quarterly journal, Reflections. Monthly observing nights are held at North Turramurra golf course.
Address: PO Box 3002, North Turramurra NSW 2074
Fees: $40 adult, $20 student/pensioner and $60 family
Contact: Karl von Wootten (02) 9427-0380
Web: http://www.nsas.org.au
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Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Inc
meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month (except December) at 7:30pm at the observatory.
Open to the public on Sunday and Wednesday nights at 7:30pm (8:15pm during daylight saving) for viewing through the telescope and an astronomical presentation. Check our website for a detailed map of how to get to the observatory.
Address: PO Box 1453, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Contact: Matthew Wallace (02) 6584 9164
Web: http://www.pmobs.org.au
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Shoalhaven Astronomers
meet at the Nowra Hill School third Friday each month at 7:30pm.
The first Saturday of each month is a viewing night. They also have a monthly journal called The Astroflyer.
Address: PO Box 1053, Nowra NSW 2541
Web: http://www.shoalhavenastronomers.asn.au/index.html
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Sutherland Astronomical Society
meets every Thursday at 8pm at the Green Point Observatory near Sutherland, with the main meeting and guest speaker on the 1st and 4th Thursdays. Junior Section meets 3rd Thursdays Feb - Nov at 6:30pm.
The observatory houses a 41cm reflecting telescope, 35cm C14 with CCD camera, 20cm Dobsonian, a library and meeting hall. The society also publishes a regular journal and star nights are available for interested groups. There is also a public open night and astronomy course held annually.
Address: PO Box 31, Sutherland NSW 1499
Fees: $45 full, $35 student/associate, $20 junior/pensioners and $55 for families plus joining fee - s full/family $25, others $15 (no joining fee for juniors).
Contact: Secretary (02) 9589 1014 (voicemail phone/fax)
Web: http://www.sasi.net.au
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Sydney City Skywatchers
meet at Sydney Observatory on the first Monday of the month at 6:30pm.
At these meetings, professional astronomers are often invited as guest speakers. Regular practical workshops are also held on weekends. The society also publishes a regular newsletter called The Astronomer's Bulletin.
Address: Sydney Observatory, Watson Rd, The Rocks NSW 2000
Fees: $40 full, $20 junior/concession and there are family concessions for $60. There is a joining fee.
Contact: Elizabeth Cocking (02) 9398 9705
Web: http://www.sydneycityskywatchers.asn.au
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The Newcastle Astronomical Society
meetings are held on the last Friday each month (except December), at the University of Newcastle, Lecture Theatre GP, first floor of Linguistics Building at 7:30pm.
Most meetings consist of a general summary of astronomy news, followed by a variety of short talks. Observing nights are held on Saturday nights following their monthly Friday night meeting. Members usually arrive around dusk to set up and observing can go on until midnight.
Address: c/- Dept. Physics, University of Newcastle Callaghan NSW 2308
Fees: Adult $25, Child/Pensioner $15, Family $30
Contact: Ghul Hussain (02) 0408 806 179
Web: http://www.nas.org.au
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University of New England and Northern Tablelands Astronomical Society
meetings are held once per month at the Kirby Observatory on Thursday evenings close to New Moon at 6:30pm EST (Dec and Jan 8pm DST).
The society has access to the UNE Physics Department astronomy and observing facilities, and caters for all levels. Meetings usually include a talk with viewing.
Address: Ms Anne Parnell, 81 Perrott St Armidale NSW 2350
Fees: $10 per year
Contact: Anne Parnell (02) 6772 1859
Web: http://www.unentas.armidale.com
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Western Sydney Amateur Astronomy Group Inc
meets 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Nepean Astronomy Centre, University of Western Sydney, Werrington Campus.
There are also regular observing nights at the Beames Observatory at Linden and a monthly newsletter.
Address: PO Box 400, Kingswood NSW 2747
Fees: $30 full, $20 student/concession, $40 family/school groups.
Web: http://www4.tpgi.com.au/users/wsaag/
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Wollongong Amateur Astronomy Club
has monthly meetings on the first Thursday of the month, at 7:30pm, at the Unanderra Community Centre, Princess Highway Unanderra. Visitors are most welcome to attend.
New Moon and Last Quarter observing nights are held at sites south of Wollongong. A monthly newsletter, Wollongong Observer, is produced.
Fees: Membership is $15 per year.
Contact: Laurie Marshall (02) 4297 1052
Web: http://www.users.bigpond.com/paul.b/
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Alice Springs Astronomical Society
holds regular monthly club meetings at 7:30pm over at the Motor Registry Office, METAL Centre, on North Stuart Hwy. Star viewing nights are held on the Saturday closest to the New Moon.
One star viewing night is held each month, at the dark sky site - Lot 4907, Chateau Rd on Saturdays closest to new Moon.
Address: Box 739, Alice Springs NT 0871
Fees: $30 annual membership dues
Web: http://www.asas.org.au
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Darwin Astronomy Group
has monthly viewing nights during the dry season as well as other activities. See web site for details.
Web: http://www.darwinastronomy.com
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Gove Amateur Astronomers
meets monthly for viewing nights on a Saturday close to the New Moon at their dark sky site on the Dhupma Road, as announced in the local paper the Arafura Times.
They have approximately sixty members in the club of all ages.
Address: PO Box 178 Nhulunbuy NT 0881
Fees: $30 family, $20 single and $15 student.
Contact: Ian Maclean 0417 601 490
Web: http://ntstargazer.blogspot.com
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Astronomical Association of Queensland
meetings are held from 4pm on the 4th Saturday of March to September, then the 3rd Saturday of October to December, at the theatrette of the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens. See their web site for details.
The club also holds regular observing nights, public field nights and publishes a monthly journal and Annual Proceedings. The AGM is held in February each year.
Address: PO Box 6101, St Lucia Qld 4067
Fees: $35 adult, $50 family, $23 student and pensioner.
Contact: Peter Hall (07) 3378 1173
Web: http://www.aaq.org.au
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Brisbane Astronomical Society
meets on the 2nd Friday of the month in 2006 at 7:30pm at Kelvin Grove State High School Library. For 2007 they are meeting on the 1st Friday from Feb - Nov.
They welcome anyone interested in Astronomy who wants to learn more about the subject in a supportive club environment. We conduct free public viewing nights from 7 - 9pm at the Mt. Coo-tha Lookout on the Saturday closest to First Quarter Moon (weather permitting). Details on all BAS events are available at their website.
Address: PO Box 15892, City East Qld 4002
Fees: $30 full, $18 pensioner, $26.50 country, $18 junior, $36 family, $32.50 country family & $50 international, also $5 joining fee.
Contact: BAS Infoline (07) 3321 8511 (recorded club information service)
Web: http://www.bas.asn.au
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Bundaberg Astronomical Society
meetings are held at Alloway Observatory every Friday at 7:30pm. The first Friday of the month are general meetings and are not held in January.
Regular field nights are held as required.
Address: PO Box 4221 South Bundaberg Qld 4670
Fees: $30 adult and $15 student, no joining fee required
Contact: Mac Jonsen (07) 4153 6469
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Bundaberg Skywatchers
meets every Friday night at 7pm, two field nights and one training night each month.
Address: 534 Moorlands Road, Bundaberg Qld 4670
Fees: $15 per year
Contact: Karlene Galway (07) 4159 9674
Web: http://www.interworx.com.au/users/karlene/
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Mt. Isa Astronomy Group
meets at their dark sky observing site at the Lions Youth Camp on Lake Moondarra (17km outside of Mount Isa). Meetings are held monthly, usually near the New Moon.
They have a Roll off Roof observatory at the camp that houses 250mm and 150mm telescopes. There is also an adjacent observers lounge and over night accommodation nearing completion 8/05). Public star parties are held annually. Interested persons should contact Len Fulham for membership details and a list of observing dates.
Address: PO Box 1556, Mount Isa Qld 4825
Fees: $40 per year
Contact: Len Fulham (07) 4743 5385 (AH), fax (07) 4743 3381
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Redlands Astronomical Society
meets at Ormiston College, Ormiston (27km SE of Brisbane) on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
This is a small but keen society in the Brisbane area also meeting on another Tuesday for skywatching.
Address: PO Box 2048, Wellington Point Qld 4160
Fees: $30 single, $45 family, $20 student (under 18)
Contact: Ross Spence (07) 3822 5545
Web: http://www.ras.org.au
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South East Queensland Astronomical Society
meets third Tuesday of the month at Chermside Library from January to November. Meetings commence at 7:30pm.
They have a monthly newsletter Universal Times and a library. Telescopes are available to members, including assistance in constructing their own. Public field nights, 'Urban Observers' are held at Indooroopilly High School, on the first Sunday of each month and at Holland Park State Primary, Abbotsleigh St Holland Park, on the third Sunday of each month. Dark sky visits and residential weekends are organised monthly.
Address: PO Box 60, Everton Park Qld 4053
Fees: $25 for adults and concession $15, no joining fees are applicable.
Contact: Julie Straayer (07) 3325 2479
Web: http://www.seqas.org
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Southern Astronomical Society
has monthly meetings at Pimpama State School, at Hotham Creek Road, Pimpama, on Saturdays (dates vary with Moon phase), at 7pm.
Meetings include observing through telescopes. The society holds monthly astrocamps at a dark sky location. It also produces a bi-monthly newsletter.
Address: PO Box 867, Beenleigh Qld 4207
Fees: $35 adult $20 student, discount for additional family members
Contact: Kevin Dixon (07) 5537 3852
Web: http://www.sas.org.au
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Townsville Astronomy Group
observe on the Saturday closest to New Moon or the following Saturday if conditions are not suitable. Viewing site is at Bluewater, 30 km north of Townsville (see website for details).
Address: 6 Halstead St, Gulliver Townsville 4812
Fees: nil
Contact: Charles Mitchard (07) 4775 7253
Web: http://www.members.iinet.net.au/~charlesmitchard/Observing%20Group/tog_info.html
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Tropical Stargazers
has three branches - Mackay, Whitsunday, and Hamilton Island. Mackay and Whitsunday each meet every second month with monthly viewing nights - see web for details. The Hamilton Island group operate the Great Barrier Reef Observatory between April and November.
Tropical Stargazers have two branches: The Hamilton Island based group meets regularly during April to December and operates the Great Barrier Reef Observatory. Contact as below. The Mackay section holds regular meetings and viewing nights.
Address: PO Box 40, Hamilton Island Qld 4803
Contact: Michael Benedetti (Mackay) (07) 4955 1376; Dawn Byrne (Whitsunday) (07) 4945 1146; Ray Johnston (Hamilton Island) 0412 478 935
Web: http://www.tropicalstargazers.org
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Astronomical Society of South Australia
meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday each month (except January) at the University of Adelaide, North Terrace Campus.
The society maintains four sites. Stockport Observatory, the Society's premier dark sky observatory, is located 80km north of Adelaide (houses 0.5m, 0.48m and 0.45m telescopes). The Heights Observatory at Heights School, Modbury, houses a 300mm telescope. The southern observing site is located at Tooperang, and a Whyalla site is located in Middleback Station. Public education is important to the ASSA with various lectures and observing nights. The society publishes a monthly newsletter. Monthly public field nights are held at The Heights Observatory, and Stockport Observatory hosts a quarterly Star Party.
Address: GPO Box 199, Adelaide SA 5001
Fees: Full $45, country, student or concession $35, residential $25
Contact: (08) 8338 1231
Web: http://www.assa.org.au
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Woomera Astronomy Group
meets when needed.
The town get 6 out of 7 nights clear, and there is usually a fire tin nearby for keeping warm when CCD photographing during the winter (port optional). School groups with prior notice, school group accommodation can be arranged.
Address: PO Box 161 Woomera SA 5720
Contact: Rob Dillon c/o the Woomera Post office or Woomera Heritage Centre.
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Astronomical Society of Tasmania
has general meetings at either the Canopus Observatory site at Cambridge or the Hutchins School conference centre, Sandy Bay on the last Tuesday each month except December.
Public Open Nights & Astronomy Classes are held at the Canopus Observatory, including weekly observing nights for members. Visitors welcome.
Address: Secretary, Mr Mark Rough, GPO Box 1654, Hobart Tas 7001
Fees: Full membership $55 (individual or household) and $38 publications only (excludes the full membership privileges of access to the telescopes at Mt. Canopus and the AST library). All AST members receive a subscription to Sky and Space magazine as part of their subscription.
Contact: Hobart 0419 305 722, Launceston - Karenne Barnes (03) 6344 7100 or Devonport - Peter Sayers (03) 6424 2588.
Web: http://ast.n3.net
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Astronomical Society of Albury Wodonga
meets regularly on the first Wednesday of each month (except January) at Victory Lutheran College, Drages Road, Wodonga at 7:30pm.
Viewing takes place before and after meetings, weather permitting. Regular projects include telescope construction, grazing occultations and deep sky viewing.
Address: PO Box 1500, Lavington NSW 2641
Fees: $25 Single, $30 Family and $15 Student/Concession
Contact: David Thurley (02) 6040 3704
Web: http://www.asaw.org.au
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Astronomical Society of Geelong
meets every Friday at 8:30pm at the ASG Club Room, Geelong Showgrounds, Breakwater Road, Geelong.
Address: PO Box 1799, Geelong Vic 3220
Fees: $50 adult, $25 junior/concession.
Contact: Frank Baker 0407 345 070
Web: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~asog
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Astronomical Society of Melbourne
has monthly club nights and viewing sessions in Melbourne, plus deep sky viewing from their outstanding dark sky site uniquely located just over one hour from Melbourne in Gippsland.
Australia's fastest growing and the friendliest society in our region. Beginners to this fascinating field are our speciality, as we will train you in the night sky - all you need to bring is your enthusiasm.
Address: PO Box 92, Bentleigh Vic 3204
Contact: Chris Ellis 0412 318 125
Web: http://www.astromelb.i.net.au
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Astronomical Society of Victoria
has general meetings, held at 8pm on the 2nd Wednesday each month, except January, at the National Herbarium, Birdwood Ave, South Yarra. ASV specialist sections also hold regular meetings.
The society holds beginner courses in astronomy and in telescope making. The ASV has 2 properties, their Burwood premises (housing a 0.5m telescope) and a dark sky site near Heathcote with a 0.64m telescope. Heathcote is the venue for the annual Star Party and Star-Be-Cue events. Membership advantages include: their bi-monthly newsletter Crux, the Yearbook, email news, members' nights at Melbourne Observatory, loan telescopes, a library and computer facilities.
Address: GPO Box 1059, Melbourne Vic 3001
Fees: Metropolitan $67.50 (family $77.50); junior (under 18) $50; country/interstate $50 (family $55); seniors/pensioner $50. A joining fee of $20 applies to all categories except Juniors.
Contact: Linda Mockridge (Public Relations Officer) (03) 9888 7130
Web: http://www.asv.org.au
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Ballaarat Astronomical Society
holds a general meeting the 2nd Friday each month.
Membership is open to anyone over the age of ten years. They have a quarterly Bulletin and run 'Introduction to Astronomy Courses' in Autumn and Spring. The Society is the custodian of the Ballaarat Municipal Observatory (see also Places section).
Address: PO Box 284, Ballarat Vic 3353
Contact: (03) 5332 7526 (society info.)
Web: http://observatory.ballarat.net
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Latrobe Valley Astronomical Society
meets each month (except Dec and Jan) at the Wirilda Park and Conference Centre, Tyers, call for details.
They have a bi-monthly newsletter, Nebulous News. The LVAS is active in education, current phenomena and public viewing nights
Address: PO Box 1298, Traralgon BC Vic 3844
Fees: $25 Adult, $19 Full-time Student, $13 Junior, $13 Distant Member (members living more than 50km from Morwell) and $38 Family.
Contact: Gavan Dinsdale (03) 5174 6453
Web: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~lvas/
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Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society
meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month (except December) at 8pm, at the modern senior school theatrette, Peninsula School, Wooralla Drive, Mt Eliza. Visitors are welcome with the venue able to seat 135 comfortably.
The MPAS have: a bimonthly newsletter, an email newsgroup, a library of books, magazines, videos, CD ROMs, telescopes, and binoculars to borrow, specialist sections, regular social events, and regular viewing nights at the society's dark sky Briars Historic property on the Mornington Peninsula (an observatory is under construction).~
~The MPAS caters for all ages and levels of experience. Regular monthly public viewing nights are held on the first Friday of each month at 8pm at the Briars Visitors Centre, Mt. Martha. The society is renowned for its Astronomy on the Move viewing nights and presentations for schools and community groups, which are available upon request. It also conducts viewing nights for members every Friday and Saturday at the Briars Observatory site (an ASA designated optical observatory). The MPAS conducts educational courses during the year in astronomy, and has been a leading contributor of astronomy events in Victoria during National Science Week for a decade. It has hosted several state and national conventions of amateur astronomers over the years and actively champions these conferences for promoting excellence in Australian amateur astronomy.~
~The MPAS co-ordinates the southern Australasia aurora alert network, a phone and Yahoo Group forum, spanning all the Australian states and New Zealand, to alert participants when the coloured lights of the aurora Australis are in progress. This is open to all sky observers, and includes amateurs, professionals, and others not even affiliated with any astronomy group.
Address: PO Box 596, Frankston Vic 3199
Fees: $50 adult, $45 concession, $35 student, $65 family, $60 family concession, $22 newsletter only, $70 international.
Contact: Peter Skilton 0419 253 252
Web: http://www.mpas.websyte.com.au
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Oasis Stargazers Club Mildura Inc
conduct regular viewing nights, which are open to the public, and once a month have a public activity night.
They are also available for community and school groups for star nights.
Address: PO Box 378CP, Mildura Vic 3500
Contact: Mark Vorwerk (sec) (03) 5024 5316 or Kerry Needs 0414 535 122
Web: http://mc2.vicnet.net.au/home/astrogroup/web/index.html
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Snake Valley Astronomical Association
meet and observe at the SVAA Clubroom and observing field, Snake Valley Recreation Reserve on the 3rd Friday of each month.
We are fortunate to have very dark country sky in Snake Valley, which makes our viewing nights quite spectacular. The benefits of membership, apart from the obvious friendship, is the ability to observe the night sky with more experienced amateur Astronomers willing to help newcomers, and to share knowledge with other experienced Amateurs.~
~Members are more than happy to give assistance and advice on different telescopes and accessories when newcomers wish to purchase such items and can give tips on better viewing techniques.~
~We also have a library for members to use containing Astronomy books and magazines, Telescopes, Binoculars and Telescope accessories, and we conduct Astronomy programs in local schools.~
~We also hold Snake Valley Astronomy Camps at the Snake Valley Camp each March and November, which have had a great response from amateur astronomers across Australia.~
~We meet and observe as a group on the 3rd Friday of each month at 7:30pm, but members and visitors are welcome to come along any Friday night. Please call first to make sure a member will be there on the alternate Friday nights: 0418 425 207.~
~We are located at the Snake Valley Recreation Reserve, Chepstowe Road Snake Valley. The clubroom is very comfortable and helps take the chill out on those very cold country air nights. Visitors are always made welcome on our observing nights and at our Camps.
Address: Snake Valley Astronomical Association, c/o Snake Valley Post Office Vic 3351
Fees: Fees For 12 Months - s single $15, couple $25, family of 3 $35, family of 4 or more $10 each.
Contact: Ken James 0418 425 207
Web: http://snake-valley-astro.homelinux.org
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The Astronomical Society of East Gippsland
meetings are held at Bairnsdale and Perry Bridge. Dark sky site near Bairnsdale airport.
This is a small group which operates in Bairnsdale and the surrounding districts.
Address: 53 Riley St, Bairnsdale Vic 3875
Contact: Mike Finn (03) 5153 2802, 0422 904 238
Web: http://www.geocities.com/asegastronomy/Home.html
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The Bendigo District Astronomical Society
meets at Eaglehawk Secondary College, BDAS Club Room at 7:30pm on the fourth Wednesday each month (excluding December & January).
A monthly newsletter is published and regular field nights are held around Bendigo. Weekly radio broadcasts on Radio KLFM 96.5 Bendigo and 106.3 Castlemaine can be accessed at www.bdas.net
Address: PO Box 164 Bendigo Central Vic 3552
Fees: $30 adult, $20 concession, $40 family.
Contact: Graeme Knight (Pres) (03) 5441 5461
Web: http://www.bdas.net
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Astronomical Group of WA (AGWA)
meets at 7pm on the first Tuesday of every month (see address below), visitors are welcome.
The AGWA was formed to meet the needs of amateur astronomers and people interested in the night sky, with or without their own telescopes. Activities include: Field trips, seminars by astronomers, workshops and special events and an Annual AstroFest. The AGWA is sponsored by the Binocular, Telescope and Optical World.
Address: Unit5 Malaga Centro, 41 Holder Way, Malaga WA 6090
Contact: Keith Williams (08) 9249 6825
Web: http://www.btow.com.au/agwa.shtml
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Astronomical Society of the South West
has observing nights at their observatory south of Bunbury on the two Fridays before the New Moon.
There is an active junior group which meets twice monthly. Astronomy camps (and more informal evenings) are held during the year at dark sky sites. Membership is open to anyone. A six evening astronomy course for beginners is conducted each year in March/April. Nights for the general public are held during school holidays. Community groups are welcome to book for special nights.
Address: PO Box 1100, Bunbury WA 6231
Web: http://www.assw.org.au
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The Astronomical Society of WA Inc
meets at 8pm on the second Monday of every month (except January) at the South Perth Bridge Club, cnr Brittain Street and Barker Avenue, Como. Visitors most welcome.
Established in 1950, the Astronomical Society of WA strives to promote and popularise astronomy - as both a modern-day science and an exciting and rewarding hobby, providing many activities for members and the public - particularly encouraging beginners. The monthly General Meeting with guest speaker at 8pm is preceeded by classes and the Radio Astronomy group meeting at 7pm. Special interest groups - Deep Sky observing at 2 sites, Lunar observing, Workshops, a nght at a central observatory with viewing and speakers, Club nights with speakers also meet monthly, with at least twice yearly Astro-camps held at locations with dark skies and accommodation. ASWA also promotes public awareness by holding regular observing nights and offering viewing/speakers to schools and community groups. The Society offers members the use of its library and equipment. The ASWA has a bi-monthly journal, The Sidereal Times.
Address: PO Box 421 Subiaco WA 6008
Fees: Ordinary member: $25 nomination $50 subscription with discounts for associate, junior, student and country membership.
Contact: Val Semmler (08) 9299 6347
Web: http://aswa.info
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