Astronomer, Writer, Science Communicator, Illustrator
Fred says he's spent so many years working in large telescope domes that he has started to look like one. He is Australia’s first Astronomer-at-Large in the Commonwealth Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources, having worked at both of Britain’s Royal Observatories before joining the Australian Astronomical Observatory as Astronomer-in-Charge in 1995.
If you don’t have the time or the inclination to volunteer but would like to be part of a vibrant organisation and enjoy free entry to Open Nights and discounts for other events, become a “Donor Member”.
Donor Members are valuable members of the Association and are entitled to vote.
Ordinary Membership is for members who want to be an active part of our volunteering workforce by volunteering to assist with Open Nights, School and Group visits, or assisting the Association in other ways such as being part of our speaker programme, administration, fundraising, grant applications, event co-ordination, building maintenance, astrophotography, constructing the dark sky site, marketing or any other aspect of the Association which suits you and your skillset.
Ordinary members are able to attend Open Nights for free and receive discounts on other events .
Ordinary members must be over 18 years, are entitled to vote and eligible to serve on the Committee.
Youth membership is for young people who have an interest in astronomy and science that they want to develop in their spare time.
A “Cassini Group” for youth members to enjoy astronomy and science is available depending on demand. Youth Members are entitled to attend Open Nights for free and to attend other events at a discount.
Youth members must be under 18 years on joining or renewing membership and can vote on matters related to youth members
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