Physics and Astronomy
Macquarie University Observatory
Macquarie University Association for Astronomy and the Department of Physics and Astronomy invite you to observe the cosmos with your own eyes at the Macquarie University Astronomical Observatory. You will be guided through the night sky by professional astronomers and Astronomy students. We welcome beginners as well as more experienced visitors.
Session Times
Independently of the day of the week, below are the observing session times:
| Daylight Saving Time | Outside Daylight Saving Time |
|---|---|
| 8:30pm to 10:00pm 1st Mar to 1st Apr 2011, 3 Oct to 30 Nov 2011 |
7:30pm to 9:00pm 4th April to 30th Sept 2011 |
Location of the Observatory
Learn more about the Observatory
Other Association for Astronomy public activities
- Take a peak through telescopes and take part in many more activities on Astronomy Open Nights (next Open Night: 29 October 2011)
- Book the planetarium to come to your school or event
Observing Status
Public Observing
Friday 18 November -
observing is on.
The weather looks good.
Decisions about whether observing are made around 5:00 PM on the day of observing. All bookings should be made before 4 PM, when we last check the messages.
