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Meet Earth’s new mini-moon
Earth is getting a tiny new mini-moon for a few weeks. It won’t be the first – or the last.
Tag: moon
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Don’t miss the last supermoon for 2022. But what is the Sturgeon supermoon and when can you see it?
Tonight’s full Sturgeon Moon will be the last supermoon of the year!
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Don’t miss the super June Moon
The full Moon in June will be a supermoon. Set your sights on the night sky on Tuesday 14 June for a spectacular spectacle.
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Planetary parade one-in-1000-year event
The bright string of lights in the morning sky this month is thought to be a one-in-1000-year event. Australia’s astronomer at large, Professor Fred Watson, explains why and where you can watch it.
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Don’t miss tonight’s conjunction of Venus and Mars in the evening sky
This evening, Venus and Mars will appear so close together, you can spot them with a pair of binoculars or a telescope.
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An evolutionary explanation for why we see faces in everything
A University of Sydney study has looked at the phenomenon of face pareidolia, or seeing faces in inanimate objects.
Science & Environment
Why is the Moon so bright right now and how long will the full Moon last?
If you’re being kept awake at night by the brilliance of the current full Moon, here’s why according to an astronomer.
History & Culture
The iconic Dish is set to play a new role in moon exploration
Australia’s Parkes radio telescope, affectionately dubbed the Dish, is about to play a new lead role in moon exploration.
History & Culture
Back to the Moon: Australia’s mining expertise at forefront of new era of space exploration
Australia’s mining expertise is at the forefront of a new era of space exploration that’s looking to the Moon and beyond.
History & Culture
Now is the perfect time to enjoy the night sky from the comfort of your home
With planets viewable to the naked eye and some exciting astronomical events coming up, now’s the time to turn your eyes to the sky.