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Sky Stories - Presentation + Telescope

Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 7:30PM

(changing to 8PM from 1st October due to daylight savings)

Enjoy an evening travelling to different parts of the universe with presenter-led slide show and talk followed by guided viewing of the planets and stars in our night sky through our 14” telescope.

Proudly operated by the Port Macquarie Astronomical Society, The Observatory has been inspiring stargazers and fostering a love for astronomy amongst the local community for decades.

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WEATHER NOTE

Telescope viewing is weather sensitive.

Telescope only bookings:

If there is a strong likelihood of poor visibility, we will notify you before 4 pm on the day and refund your money.

Presentation + Telescope bookings will proceed regardless of poor visibility but patrons will be given the option of a telescope voucher to return on an other night or a 20% refund on your tickets

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Upcoming Events


Wednesday 1st October, 2025

School Holidays Program at the Observatory

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Kids Ages 5YO to 12YO

Looking for an engaging and educational activity for the kids during these holidays?

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Thursday 2nd October, 2025

Telescope Only night

8.15 pm

Visit the Port Macquarie Observatory and learning about tonight's sky with our telescope operators

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Thursday 9th October, 2025

Telescope Only night

8.15 pm

Visit the Port Macquarie Observatory and learning about tonight's sky with our telescope operators

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Sunday 21st June 2026

Winter Solstice Celebrations

Families: 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Grown-ups: 8.00 pm - 10.00 pm

Theme: Antarctica

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  • Quizzes
  • Colouring & Drawing
  • Learn about & make a solar system
  • Playing with the 'gravity well'
  • Make a planet!
  • Look through the solar 'scope
  • Fun with magnets
  • ...and more

Places are limited, so book early.

$10 per child, adults free

1st October 10am to 11:30am
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Have any questions about our events?

Get in touch with us today, we’re happy to help with any enquiries about upcoming programs at the Port Macquarie Observatory.

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