About this group

The Phoenix Astronomical Society (located in the lower North Island of New Zealand) is an extremely active and enthusiastic society whose aim is to make astronomy accessible to everyone whatever their level of interest and knowledge; to increase public awareness of astronomy and related sciences, and to share with others the mysteries and wonders of the universe of which we are all a part.

The secure member area of the website allows you to access special membership benefits such as early notices of events, an online forum, wiki, access to past newsletters, minutes and photos, and the ability to pay for special events and your subs by credit card or paypal.

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Website: www.astronomynz.org.nz
Contact Name: The Phoenix Astronomical Society of New Zealand
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Upcoming events

  • Wairarapa Society Meeting

    Today, 17th May 2012 at 7pm - 9pm, Thursday, 19th July 2012 at 7pm - 9pm, Thursday, 20th September 2012 at 7pm - 9pm, Thursday, 18th October 2012 at 7pm - 9pm
    Location: Carterton Events Centre, Holloway Street in Carterton

    RSVPs not necessary

    Hear an update on the lastest astronomy news, listen to a…

  • Telescope viewing evenings

    Saturday, 19th May 2012 at TBD, Saturday, 21st July 2012 at TBD, Thursday, 20th September 2012 at TBD, Saturday, 20th October 2012 at TBD

    Viewing is weather dependant and start time vary depnding on sunset, but the earliest start…

  • Third International Starlight Conference, Lake Tekapo, June 2012

    Monday, 11th June 2012 at TBD

    The Third International Starlight Conference, is being hosted in Tekapo village by the…

  • RASNZ Conference 2012, Carterton, 15-17 June 2012

    Friday, 15th June 2012 at TBD

    We are very pleased to be hosting the RASNZ conference for 2012!

    The conference…

  • Alban Arthan (Winter Solstice) Celebration

    Saturday, 23rd June 2012 at TBD
    Location: Stonehenge Aotearoa, Carterton

    Ancient Celtic Celebration of the Summer Solstice. Bookings Essential.

    This event…

  • Annual General Meeting

    Thursday, 28th June 2012 at 7pm
    Location: Turnbull House, 11 Bowen St, Wellington

    Council elections will take place and any Society matters decided upon. This is your…

  • Wellington Society Meeting

    Thursday, 12th July 2012 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm, Thursday, 13th September 2012 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm, Thursday, 11th October 2012 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm, Thursday, 8th November 2012 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
    Location: Turnbull House, 11 Bowen St (opposite the Beehive)

    RSVPs not necessary

    Receive un update on the latest astronomy news, listen to a…

  • Winter Astrocamp, Foxton Beach, 18-20 August 2012

    Saturday, 18th August 2012 at TBD

    We will be invading our Foxton colleagues!

    This will be a great opportunity to…

  • Equinox Spring Fair

    Saturday, 22nd September 2012 at 12pm - 6:30pm
    Location: Stonehenge Aotearoa, Carterton

    An old fashioned country fair with musicians, dancing, games, food and craft stalls. Everyone…

  • Ostara - Spring Equinox Celebration

    Sunday, 23rd September 2012 at TBD
    Location: Stonehenge Aotearoa, Carterton

    The ancient Celtic ceremony and celebration of the Spring Equinox at Stonehenge…

  • Christmas Star Party, 15 December 2012

    Saturday, 15th December 2012 at TBD

    Put this one in your diary. Details will follow.

  • Stardate 2013

    Friday, 18th January 2013 at TBD
    Location: Tukituki Youth Camp, Tukituki Valley, near Havelock North, Hawkes Bay
    Stardate is an annual event held during the month of January with as much hands on observing as…

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