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Toner Stevenson
Sep 25, 20241 min read
Assoc Prof Milena Radnovic: The beauty of geometry in astronomy, Monday 4 November, 6:30pm.
In this illustrated talk mathematician, Milena Radnovic, will explore how astronomy and geometry developed together by ingenious human minds
Janette Brenan
Apr 24, 20241 min read
Astronomers' Bulletin April to June '24
Our quarterly magazine features significant events in astronomy, members observations and tips for amateur astronomers. Download and read...
Elizabeth Cocking
Aug 13, 20231 min read
Did You know? All about Helium.
This month is the 155th anniversary of the discovery of Helium, the second most abundant element in the universe. Helium was first...
Toner Stevenson
Apr 15, 20233 min read
Ningaloo Solar Eclipse chasing
Toner Stevenson, vice president Sydney City Skywatchers, Saturday 15 April 2023. Experiencing a total solar eclipse is a spectacular and...
Toner Stevenson
Feb 11, 20232 min read
Eclipse Chasers : remarkable expeditions in Australia and the Pacific
Presented by Nick Lomb and Toner Stevenson 6:30pm Monday 6 March Experiencing a total solar eclipse is a visceral experience, involving...
Toner Stevenson
Dec 31, 20224 min read
The passing of three significant figures in astronomy
We end 2022 on a sad but important note, commemorating the contribution made and lives of Professor Jay Pasachoff, solar eclipse...
Elizabeth Cocking
Oct 29, 20222 min read
Did you know? Lunar Eclipses
A total Lunar Eclipse is due on Tuesday 8 November, 2022. It will be visible from Sydney and most of Australia and New Zealand. Lunar...
Ross Mitchell
Aug 8, 20181 min read
Eclipse Party images
On 28 July Sydney City Skywatcher members, Ross and Trish, held a Lunar Eclipse party at Blues Point Park, North Sydney. They took some...
Dr Toner Stevenson
Jul 28, 20182 min read
Long Lunar Eclipse + Opposition of Mars
This morning's total lunar eclipse as observed from Sydney, Australia, was a rare and spectacular event. Like many other keen Sydney City...
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