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Perth-Lowell Telescope Restoration

The Perth-Lowell Telescope. Image Credit: Roger Groom
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Please donate to help restore the Perth Observatory’s Lowell Telescope and bring it back to astronomical research. Originally funded by NASA and acquired by Lowell Observatory of Flagstaff, USA, the telescope was installed at Perth Observatory on a permanent loan basis. In 1977, the Perth-Lowell Telescope played a crucial role in discovering the Rings of Uranus as part of the International Planetary Patrol Program (IPPP).

With your contribution, the Perth-Lowell Telescope can continue to make significant contributions to current astronomical research, including the exploration of black holes and exoplanets. By restoring this important telescope, we can renew international astronomical research at Perth Observatory and unlock new discoveries about the universe.

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🎤✨ Big news! Our very own Matt Woods — pass 🎤✨ Big news! Our very own Matt Woods — passionate space advocate and voice of the Perth Observatory — has had his @tedx_official talk officially published! 🚀

📺 Watch it now: use the Linktree link in our profile description
🔴 Like, share, and leave a comment to show your support — and help spread the wonder of the stars!

Back in November 2023, Matt stepped onto the iconic red circle at the Quarry Amphitheatre for @tedxkingspark to share an inspiring journey through the cosmos.

He spoke about what it’s like to witness a total solar eclipse, how the 1922 eclipse over Western Australia helped prove Einstein’s theory of relativity, and how that discovery paved the way for modern technologies like GPS. He also reflected on his path in astronomy outreach and the powerful role stargazing plays in reconnecting people with the night sky.

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Thanks to everyone who sent in footage of Friday n Thanks to everyone who sent in footage of Friday night’s spectacular fireball over Western Australia!

We’ve gathered all your incredible videos to create a compilation showcasing this amazing event — and to share what NASA’s TRACE (Transition Region and Coronal Explorer) satellite was doing, and where it ended up.

Check it out!!!

Audio: Steve Jablonsky - Arrival To Earth

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Thanks to our followers, Minh Huynh and Ken Morris Thanks to our followers, Minh Huynh and Ken Morrison on the Perth Observatory's Facebook page for commenting on our last post, Jonathan McDowell's tweet about the space debris we saw last night, which was NASA's Trace Solar Observatory, which operated from 1998 to 2008 and ended up either landing in the ocean or burning up 600 kilometres off the Southwest Cape of Western Australia.

@thecityofalbanywa might want to involve its Fines Department in this matter. The last time @NASA littered over Western Australia was with Skylab in 1979, and the @shireofesperance fined them $400. That would be $2,100 in today's money, so I think it's only fair that the City of Albany fines them $4,200 for this repeat offence 🤣

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Our messages are blowing up, which means one thing Our messages are blowing up, which means one thing. The Autobots are arriving!!!!! 

Unfortunately, the fireball seen over Perth a few moments ago isn't Optimus Prime or Bumblebee, it does look like space junk. Thanks to SWWAlex and Erin Downing for the footage,it really helped in identifying it.

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On Friday, 4th of July, our very own Matt Woods ha On Friday, 4th of July, our very own Matt Woods had the honour of introducing the documentary SPACEMAN — a fascinating look at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s engineering legend, Gentry Lee — as part of the Revelation Perth International Film Festival (@revfilmfest) at Luna Leederville (@lunapalacecinemas).

After the screening, Matt set up a telescope at the Monkey Bar, giving cinema-goers and filmmakers a chance to explore the night sky — a perfect pairing of science and storytelling under the stars.

A huge thank you to Revelation Perth International Film Festival and Luna Leederville for this incredible opportunity. We’re already looking forward to teaming up again next year!

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If only Chris had been singing Sky Full of Stars a If only Chris had been singing Sky Full of Stars at that extact time!!!!

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🌟 Our lovable Buzz can't get enough of making n 🌟 Our lovable Buzz can't get enough of making new friends at Supanova every year! 🚀

The winner of the free pass to our night sky tours is Ahsoka and Anakin. You're costumers were so good, congrats!!!!

💙 We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and every person who took the time to swing by and capture a memorable photo with our beloved cut-out character.

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🌟 Our lovable Buzz can't get enough of making n 🌟 Our lovable Buzz can't get enough of making new friends at Supanova every year! 🚀

The winner of the free pass to our night sky tours is Ahsoka and Anakin. You're costumers were so good, congrats!!!!

💙 We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and every person who took the time to swing by and capture a memorable photo with our beloved cut-out character.

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🚐✨ She’s Back and Looking Out of This World 🚐✨ She’s Back and Looking Out of This World! ✨🚐

A big shout-out to @perth_stripes_signs in Malaga; they did a fantastic job.Our newly decalled Perth Observatory van has landed and she’s ready to explore the universe with us — but she’s missing just one thing… a name!

We’re calling on all stargazers, space lovers, and Observatory fans to help us name our cosmic chariot. Drop your best name suggestions in the comments below 👇 — bonus points for creativity and space puns! 🌌🪐

Let’s give our galaxy-gliding van an identity as stellar as its mission!

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We're holding Lunar Photography Workshop on Friday We're holding Lunar Photography Workshop on Friday, the 3rd of October so that you can get some great shots of the Moon through our telescopes.

To book your spots, use the Linktree link in our profile description

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Spring into Milky Way photography!!! Our workshop Spring into Milky Way photography!!!

Our workshop, held across two nights (Sept 17th & 18th), is timed so you can get ready for Milky Way season. To book your spots on the workshop, click the link in our bio.

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🚨 ATTENTION LEGENDS OF THE CLASSROOM! 🚨 Hav 🚨 ATTENTION LEGENDS OF THE CLASSROOM! 🚨

Have you ever wished for a magical potion that could boost your curiosity, supercharge your creativity and help you build a STEM-powered community? 🪄✨

Well, It Takes a Spark STEM Conference (@spark.in.steam) is basically that… but with better coffee, fewer side effects, and actual PD certificates! ☕📜

👩‍🏫 Teachers, this is YOUR chance to:
⚡️ Rub elbows with STEM Superstars like marine scientist Prof. Chandra Salgado Kent & astrophysicist Dr. Adelle Goodwin
⚡️ Get hands-on in workshops, STEM Expo & design challenges
⚡️ Learn how to actually use AI, make Maths meaningful, mix Art with STEM, and much more
⚡️ Snag ideas and resources to take straight back to your classroom

Plus, you get to:
✅ Eat snacks
✅ Network like a boss
✅ Walk away with a brain full of ideas and a heart full of inspiration

🗓️ Date: Tues, 16 Sept 2025
📍 Location: Frederick Irwin Anglican School, Mandurah
🎟️ Early bird tix close 13 August!
💻 To book, use the Linktree link in our profile description.

PS: Student & teacher presenters get perks too! 🎤👩‍🏫

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