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Operate your  own observatory, telescope, and CCD remotely via satellite from this excellent location.

Southern Hemisphere location Dark skies protected by local government lighting code Average 65% clear nights Galactic Centre overhead in cold dry winter nights Located near Siding Spring Observatory, Australia's Premier Optical Astronomical Facility

Warrumbungle Observatory is owned and operated by Peter Starr. Peter has qualifications in Astronomy and Chemistry, and his main interest in  astrophotography, photometry, and educating people of all ages the science of astronomy and teaching them the night sky. The observatory is located 9km west of Coonabarabran, NSW, the Astronomy Capital of Australia. The area is famous for its clear, dark night skies, and of course hosts Australias Premier Optical Astronomical Facility, Siding Spring Observatory. The site is 600m above sea level. The dark skies are protected out to a radius of 200km with government restrictions on lighting for business and residential properties. The site is 450km distant from the light polluted skies of Sydney, 600km from Canberra, and 500km from Brisbane. The site boasts a high percentage of clear nights. On average 65% of the nights are totally clear. Warrumbungle Observatory is located on a 4 acre property named "Tenby". Sites are available to accommodate remote observatories controlled over satellite internet. The site has power and security. Statistics: 65% clear  nights Dark Night Sky protected by lighting restrictions at a 200km radius Located at 31 degrees altitude south, 149 degrees east. 600m above sea level. Interested? Contact Peter Starr :  email starr_peter@hotmail.com or phone 0488425112

What we do Lease you an observing site Set up your Observatory.     We recommend Sirius Observatories and can source and erect this for you.     Can help source other observatories or arrange a builder to build your own design. Connect to power and internet. Setup your mount , telescope, CCD, computer, etc Can help source equipment you need. We live on site which adds a level of security Provide ongoing support.

Setup Costs You pay for all setup expenses at cost. Ongoing Costs Annual Rental Charge Quaterly Electricity Charges Monthly internet Charges

What you will need Cement Slab Power Internet Connection Motorised Observatory Cloud Sensor Pier Mount Telescope CCD Remote focuser Computer iboot bar serial usb adapter Software to control your mount, dome, ccd, foccuser.