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2027 Astronomy Calendar

$19.95

AstroFest Celebrates Outstanding Astrophotography at Parkes Observatory

The Central West Astronomical Society (CWAS) recently hosted its annual Festival of Astronomy, AstroFest, drawing astronomy enthusiasts and visitors from across Australia and the local region. A highlight of the festival was the presentation of the prestigious David Malin Awards, which recognise excellence in astrophotography.

As part of the celebrations, an exhibition featuring the winning David Malin Awards images was officially opened in the Bowen Room at the Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre. The display showcases some of the finest astrophotography produced in this year’s competition, offering visitors a spectacular view of the night sky through the lenses of talented photographers.

To commemorate the awards, a special Astronomy Calendar 2027 has been produced featuring a selection of the winning images. The calendar is available for purchase from the Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre.

Astronomy Calendar 2027

The Astronomy Calendar 2027 includes a curated collection of award-winning astrophotography and serves as both a practical calendar and a stunning visual celebration of the cosmos. It provides astronomy enthusiasts with an opportunity to enjoy some of Australia’s best astrophotography throughout the year while supporting the ongoing promotion of astronomy and astrophotography. The calendar can be purchased from the Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre.

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Adults - Periodic Shirt

$27.95

The Periodic table of the chemical elements is a Tabular method of displaying the chemical elements, first devised in 1863. The layout of the table has been refined and extended over time, as new elements have been discovered, and new theretical models have been developed to explain chemical behaviour. The current standard table contains 117 confirmed elements as of late 2006 (while element 118 has been synthesised, element 117 has not). This table is displayed on this t - shirt.

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Apollo 11 restored video (DVD)

$19.95

In July 1969, six hundred million people, one-sixth of mankind at the time, witnessed the historic Apollo 11 moonwalk live on TV.

This DVD contains the complete 2009 restoration of the historic TV broadcast, produced by NASA for the Apollo 11 40th anniversary. It includes newly discovered footage not seen by the public since 1969.

"This restored video is a valuable contribution to space exploration and space communication history" - Neil Armstrong.

Running time: 185 minutes. Region: 0 (all regions)

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Cosmic Collection

$24.95

Cosmic Collection is a stunning polished gemstones representing the Sun, Earth and the Moon in this compact desk set.

The Cosmic Collection is represented by:

Sun: Poppy Jasper

Earth: Sodalite

Moon: Rock Crystal

Please Note: Yours will look different as the gemstones used are unique and no two are the exact same.

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Freeze Dried Ice Cream

$9.95

Astronaut ice cream is an out of this world treat. Originally developed for space travel, our creamy-sweet, freeze-dried astronaut ice cream will give you a taste of outer space right here on Earth!

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Moonphase Maps

$19.95

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The Solar System

$24.95

A Thrilling Voyage Through Our Vast Solar System

Our place in space is occupiced by planets, dwarf planet, moons and many more fascinating objects all orbiting our sun. Featuring 30 beautifully illustrated cards, The Solar System is a guided tour of our cosmic neighbourhood, suitable for space enthusiasts of all ages. 

Dr Vienna Tran is a medical doctor, writer, musician and space medicine researcher. She spent many nights during her childhood gazing up at the stars and planets. She is researching how humans can stay healthy in space as we explore the Solar System.

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