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Under the outback stars with an astronaut

In June 2025, Outback Astronomy hosted a very special guest: astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg. Around a warm fire beneath the pristine night sky of Broken Hill, we shared stories about space, science, and the outback spirit. This rare and intimate evening was a powerful reminder of why astro-tourism matters—connecting people not just to the stars, but to inspiring role models who help spark curiosity and ambition. It’s nights like this that make the universe feel just a little closer to home.

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How to Experience the Total Lunar Eclipse at Outback Astronomy, Broken Hill

What to Expect, Why It’s Special and How to Book Your All-Nighter Are you wondering if the outback is really the best place to witness a total lunar eclipse? And what makes a middle-of-the-night sky show at Outback Astronomy truly worth the journey and the lost sleep? Short Answer: Yes, Broken Hill’s vast, unfiltered sky offers a rare chance to witness a lunar eclipse in deep darkness, surrounded by likeminded sky-watchers. The Outback Astronomy team

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June Stargazing: Upcoming Events at Outback Astronomy to Enjoy as the Galaxy Centre Climbs

June stargazing in dark skies kicks off from around 15 June after the full moon mid month departs. Note that the full moon’s light swamps the evening skies surrounding 11 June so we are lightly scheduled on the calendar during this time. On Sunday 15 June we are back in full swing. We welcome guests to our gentle instructional sky show called The Sky Tonight. The knowledge and skills you can learn during this event

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Outback Astronomy welcomes student Ida to Broken Hill during July 2025

From Stargazer to Astrophysicist: Ida’s Outback Astronomy Journey Comes Full Circle

There’s a special kind of stargazing anticipation that grows as July draws near in the Australian outback. The days settle into crisp clarity. The night sky, arguably, prepares its grandest canvas for us mortals to view. For many, the highlight of July is the chance to sit beneath the Milky Way’s dazzling sweep, letting curiosity and wonder take over. But this July, there’s a new layer to the story. Outback Astronomy is welcoming back someone

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Put the Milky Way Galaxy at the heart of your winter holiday

When most people picture the outback, they imagine sweeping red earth and endless horizons. But there’s something quietly stirring in Broken Hill every July as the Milky Way Galaxy rises overhead. This is the time of winter – the season when the night sky deepens, the air turns crisp and everyday routines take on a new rhythm. The starry sky transforms as the thick hazy band of the galaxy moves higher and higher overhead. Out

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Hubble view of Mars

Winter stargazing experiences at Outback Astronomy celebrate 35 years of Hubble Space Telescope

On 24 April 1990, the world changed forever. NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) launched the Hubble Space Telescope, a revolutionary window into the cosmos. Now, 35 years later, Hubble’s breathtaking new anniversary images — from icy Mars to distant galaxies — remind us of the wonders that lie beyond our skies. During this winter stargazing season with Outback Astronomy, you can also celebrate Hubble’s extraordinary legacy. View some of the same objects via

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Western horizon in Broken Hill during November

Why “seeing” matters when stargazing in Broken Hill

When people visit us in Broken Hill for a spot of stargazing and, crucially, to experience gazing up at the huge and humbling outback sky with us at Outback Astronomy, they notice stars look sharp and steady high, compared to what they see down low on the horizon. Teenagers talk of “party lights” and twinkling. Their Nans and Pops might not notice this so much. Most people do, however, observe differences in clarity of stars

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Don’t miss the Unearthed! Sausage Sizzle & Sky Show – a heritage celebration this Easter Sunday 2025

Outback Astronomy invites you to a mix of food, its property history and stargazing this Easter Sunday. As part of the Australian Heritage Festival, we’re hosting a special event – Astronomy Unearthed! Sausage Sizzle & Sky Show – on Easter Sunday (20 April 2025), giving you the chance to learn about our property’s history over a delicious sausage sizzle, before settling in for our popular Milky Way Hangout sky show. Learn more about the Australian

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experience the outback by visiting the line of lode miners memorial

3 Ways to Experience the Outback Before Breakfast in Broken Hill

On the morning after your Outback Astronomy sky show, if you’re keen to experience the outback before breakfast here’s our pick of the top three. We’ve gone for wide open spaces, panoramic views and a mining history gem. If you’re a city traveller getting your first taste of the semi-arid landscape, or a seasoned explorer eager to stretch your legs, these low-cost, self-drive activities allow you to experience the outback before hitting the highway. Here

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