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News & Events
Astronomy Night at the Observatory - January 7th, 8th & 9th (Fri, Sat & Sun)
The Astronomical Society of the South West (Inc) will be holding public astronomy nights at their Observatory at Keble Heights, College Grove, Bunbury over three nights during the January School Holidays. The Observatory will be open on Friday 7th, Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th of January each night from 8.00pm to 10:30pm, weather permitting. Come along to see the bright stars of the Summer skies, including the planets Jupiter and Saturn, Star Clusters, Nebula and much more. Cost: - Adults $15.00; Children $10.00; Family - $45.00. BOOKINGS ARE RECOMMENDED as sales at the gate may not be available. Vouchers/Gift Certificates can also be purchased. For further information, please enquire here or email us at enquiries@assw.org.au. |
Astronomy Night at the Observatory - October 8th, 9th & 10th (Fri, Sat & Sun)
Please note the change in date to October 8, 9 & 10 due to weather conditions. The Astronomical Society of the South West (Inc) will be holding public astronomy nights at their Observatory at Keble Heights, College Grove, Bunbury over three nights during the October School Holidays. The Observatory will be open on Friday 8th, Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th of October each night from 7.00pm to 9:30pm, weather permitting. Come along to see the bright stars of the Spring skies, including the planets Jupiter and Saturn, Star Clusters, Nebula and much more. Cost: - Adults $15.00; Children $10.00; Family - $45.00. BOOKINGS ARE RECOMMENDED as sales at the gate may not be available. For further information, please enquire here or email us at enquiries@assw.org.au.  |
Astronomy Night at the Observatory - April 16th, 17th & 18th (Fri, Sat, Sun).
The Astronomical Society of the South West (Inc) will be holding public astronomy nights at their Observatory at Keble Heights, College Grove, Bunbury over three nights during the April School Holidays. The Observatory will be open on Friday 16th, Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th of April each night from 7.00pm to 9:30pm, weather permitting. Come along to see the bright stars of the Autumn skies, Star Clusters, the Great Orion Nebula and much more. Cost: - Adults $15.00; Children $10.00; Family - $45.00. BOOKINGS ARE RECOMMENDED as sales at the gate may not be available. For further information, please enquire here or email us at enquiries@assw.org.au. |
Astronomy Open Night at the Observatory - Friday 15th, Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th January
The Astronomical Society of the South West (Inc) will be holding public astronomy nights at their Observatory at Keble Heights, College Grove, Bunbury over three nights during the January Summer School Holidays. The Observatory will be open on Friday 15th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th of January each night from 8.00pm to 10:00pm, weather permitting. Come along to see the bright stars of the summer skies, star clusters, nebulas and much more. The planets Mars, Uranus will also be visible. Cost: - Adults $15.00; Children $10.00; Family - $45.00. BOOKINGS ARE RECOMMENDED as sales at the gate may not be available. For further information, please enquire here or email us at enquiries@assw.org.au. |
Astronomy Open Nights at the Observatory - October 9th, 10th & 11th
 The Observatory will be open on Friday 9th, Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of October each night from 7.00pm to 9:30pm, weather permitting. This time we're featuring Jupiter and Saturn, plus Nebulas, Star Clusters, and other objects in the Southern Skies. Cost: - Adults $15.00; Children $10.00; Family - $45.00. Please note the new arrangements this year. Tickets are limited and there will be no cash sales at the gate. All bookings must be made online. If you are unable to book through the link provided, please contact us at enquiries@assw.org.au The Bunbury Observatory is located at the end of Keble Heights in College Grove, behind the Aqwest site. For further information please contact enquiries@assw.org.au |
Astronomy Beginners Course - Feb 19 to Mar 25
The Astronomical Society of the South West will be conducting Astronomy Classes for Beginners at their Observatory, Keble Heights, College Grove, Bunbury, for six consecutive Wednesdays commencing on Wednesday the 19th of February 2020 at 6.00pm, and following weeks at 6.30pm. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL! If you are interested please message us by email: enquiries@assw.org.au This is a perfect opportunity to jump in and learn about astronomy and all there is to know for viewing the night sky. Each night will feature a different topic with talks and a DVD presentation, followed by viewing outside with members and like-minded people to chat with. Topics covered include:
The usual duration of each night is 90-120 minutes, depending on clear weather and if any catch-up is needed from bad weather previous weeks. For more information download the course outline. FEES
BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL There is a limited number of places available. For bookings please download the registration form. For any help or questions, please enquire. |
New Members and BYO Telescope Night - Friday 31st January
 If you have a telescope but aren't sure how to use it, or would you like a few tips on how to get the most out of it, this is for you. If you're thinking about buying one, then we can help point you in the right direction.
Of course, you don't need a telescope, you can always join the club and share ours :-)
Previous BYO Scope nights have been so popular that we've had to limit numbers, so please use this link to book your spot, or contact the ASSW at enquiries@assw.org.au
Cost is $10 per telescope, or family group, CASH ONLY on the night. Bookings are ESSENTIAL.
The club operates a large telescope in the Observatory in Bunbury, plus a range of portable scopes. In addition to Public Nights, we run viewing nights for members at the Observatory and at remote dark sites in the South West.
Contact enquiries@assw.org.au
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Public Viewing Nights - October 4th, 5th & 6th
 The Observatory will be open on Friday 4th, Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of October each night from 7.00pm to 9:30pm, weather permitting. This time we're featuring The Moon, plus Jupiter and Saturn are well placed for some great views. Come and look through the many telescopes at the wonderful objects in our beautiful southern night skies including star clusters, nebulas and much more. Cost: - Adults $12.00; Children $8.00; Family - $35.00. CASH ONLY, at the gate. No Booking Necessary. The Bunbury Observatory is located at the end of Keble Heights in College Grove, behind the Aqwest site. For further information, please enquire here or through our website: http://www.assw.org.au/contact-us |
Public Nights April 26-28th 2019
 The Observatory will be open on Friday 26th, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th of April, each night from 7:00pm to 91:30pm, weather permitting. This is a great time to view deep sky objects such as nebula, open clusters and globular clusters. There will be a range of club and member telescopes available, plus the large 20" telescope under the dome. Cost: - Adults: $12.00; Children: - $8.00; Family: - $35.00. CASH ONLY. No Bookings Required. For further information, please enquire.
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Final BYO Telescope & New Members Night - Friday 15th March
 If you have a telescope but aren't sure how to use it, or would you like a few tips on how to get the most out of it, this is for you. Or, Thinking about buying a telescope, but aren't sure what type to get, perhaps we can point you in the right direction. On the other hand, if you're just interested in Astronomy and would like to know more about what we do, and get involved in club activities, this would be an ideal time to come along. No telescope necessary! The club operates a large telescope in the Observatory in Bunbury, plus a range of portable scopes. In addition to Public Nights, we run viewing nights for members at the Observatory and at remote dark sites in the South West. Bookings for the night are essential, contact the club at enquiries@assw.org.au Gold coin donation for tea/coffee. |
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