The Maleny Observatory conducts telescope observing evenings each month on dates that best fit with the cycles of the Moon. Some evenings are reserved for BAS members only, while others are open to the general public. All events are subject to weather conditions, and more recently, COVID-19 restrictions. Upcoming event dates are listed in our calendar below. Status updates on specific events are posted on our Facebook page closer to the date – please check Facebook for cancellation notices.
July
No Events
August
03aug5:00 pm8:00 pmMaleny Observatory – Sunshine Coast – Public Telescope Night
Event Details
These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and get to observe some amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes. The Maleny Golf Club’s street
Event Details
These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and get to observe some amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes.
The Maleny Golf Club’s street address is: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny QLD, 4552 More detailed directions HERE
Please adhere to strict dark sky light protocols:
Telescope owners to be set up before the end nautical twilight.
Only telescope and equipment owners to park in Maleny Golf Club car park.
Any visitors to park in Porter’s Lane and then walk to the club house.
Headlights to an absolute safe minimum within site of the Golf Club.
Red or orange lights only, directed down, within 100metres of Golf Club.
Mobile phones to be dimmed, and preferably dark adapted.
more
Time
August 3, 2024 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
September
31aug6:00 pm5:00 amMaleny Observatory – Sunshine Coast – BAS Member’s Dark Sky Night
Event Details
These evenings are conducted for the benefit of BAS Members at the Maleny Golf Club. This is not an event open to the general public night. The Maleny Golf Club’s street
Event Details
These evenings are conducted for the benefit of BAS Members at the Maleny Golf Club. This is not an event open to the general public night.
The Maleny Golf Club’s street address is: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny QLD, 4552 More detailed directions HERE
This is an opportunity for BAS members to enjoy deep-sky observing and astrophotography under a good dark sky.
We will be operating under current Queensland Covid-19 Restrictions.
Please adhere to strict dark sky light protocols:
Telescope owners to be set up before the end nautical twilight.
Only telescope and equipment owners to park in Maleny Golf Club car park.
Any visitors to park in Porter’s Lane and then walk to the club house.
Headlights to an absolute safe minimum within site of the Golf Club.
Red or orange lights only, directed down, within 100metres of Golf Club.
Mobile phones to be dimmed, and preferably dark adapted.
more
Time
August 31, 2024 6:00 pm – 5:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Location
Maleny Golf Club
15 Porters Ln, North Maleny QLD 4552
Maleny Golf Club
07sep5:00 pm8:00 pmMaleny Observatory – Sunshine Coast – Public Telescope Night
Event Details
These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and get to observe some amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes. The Maleny Golf Club’s street
Event Details
These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and get to observe some amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes.
The Maleny Golf Club’s street address is: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny QLD, 4552 More detailed directions HERE
Please adhere to strict dark sky light protocols:
Telescope owners to be set up before the end nautical twilight.
Only telescope and equipment owners to park in Maleny Golf Club car park.
Any visitors to park in Porter’s Lane and then walk to the club house.
Headlights to an absolute safe minimum within site of the Golf Club.
Red or orange lights only, directed down, within 100metres of Golf Club.
Mobile phones to be dimmed, and preferably dark adapted.
more
Time
September 7, 2024 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
28sep6:00 pm5:00 amMaleny Observatory – Sunshine Coast – BAS Member’s Dark Sky Night
Event Details
These evenings are conducted for the benefit of BAS Members at the Maleny Golf Club. This is not an event open to the general public night. The Maleny Golf Club’s street
Event Details
These evenings are conducted for the benefit of BAS Members at the Maleny Golf Club. This is not an event open to the general public night.
The Maleny Golf Club’s street address is: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny QLD, 4552 More detailed directions HERE
This is an opportunity for BAS members to enjoy deep-sky observing and astrophotography under a good dark sky.
We will be operating under current Queensland Covid-19 Restrictions.
Please adhere to strict dark sky light protocols:
Telescope owners to be set up before the end nautical twilight.
Only telescope and equipment owners to park in Maleny Golf Club car park.
Any visitors to park in Porter’s Lane and then walk to the club house.
Headlights to an absolute safe minimum within site of the Golf Club.
Red or orange lights only, directed down, within 100metres of Golf Club.
Mobile phones to be dimmed, and preferably dark adapted.
more
Time
September 28, 2024 6:00 pm – 5:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Location
Maleny Golf Club
15 Porters Ln, North Maleny QLD 4552
Maleny Golf Club
October
05oct5:00 pm8:00 pmMaleny Observatory – Sunshine Coast – Public Telescope Night
Event Details
These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and get to observe some amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes. The Maleny Golf Club’s street
Event Details
These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and get to observe some amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes.
The Maleny Golf Club’s street address is: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny QLD, 4552 More detailed directions HERE
Please adhere to strict dark sky light protocols:
Telescope owners to be set up before the end nautical twilight.
Only telescope and equipment owners to park in Maleny Golf Club car park.
Any visitors to park in Porter’s Lane and then walk to the club house.
Headlights to an absolute safe minimum within site of the Golf Club.
Red or orange lights only, directed down, within 100metres of Golf Club.
Mobile phones to be dimmed, and preferably dark adapted.
more
Time
October 5, 2024 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
26oct6:00 pm5:00 amMaleny Observatory – Sunshine Coast – BAS Member’s Dark Sky Night
Event Details
These evenings are conducted for the benefit of BAS Members at the Maleny Golf Club. This is not an event open to the general public night. The Maleny Golf Club’s street
Event Details
These evenings are conducted for the benefit of BAS Members at the Maleny Golf Club. This is not an event open to the general public night.
The Maleny Golf Club’s street address is: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny QLD, 4552 More detailed directions HERE
This is an opportunity for BAS members to enjoy deep-sky observing and astrophotography under a good dark sky.
We will be operating under current Queensland Covid-19 Restrictions.
Please adhere to strict dark sky light protocols:
Telescope owners to be set up before the end nautical twilight.
Only telescope and equipment owners to park in Maleny Golf Club car park.
Any visitors to park in Porter’s Lane and then walk to the club house.
Headlights to an absolute safe minimum within site of the Golf Club.
Red or orange lights only, directed down, within 100metres of Golf Club.
Mobile phones to be dimmed, and preferably dark adapted.
more
Time
October 26, 2024 6:00 pm – 5:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Location
Maleny Golf Club
15 Porters Ln, North Maleny QLD 4552
Maleny Golf Club
November
No Events
December
No Events
January
No Events
February
No Events
March
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April
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May
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June
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