Welcome to the Astronomical Society of Victoria

The society was originally founded in 1922 in Melbourne has now expanded to many regional centres around Victoria. With nearly 2000 members, the ASV membership has a very diverse range of astronomical interests, ages, experience and membership also includes schools and several institutions.

ASV membership includes access to two dark sky sites, featuring onsite accommodation and use of premium equipment such as our 40” SDM, our All-Abilities, and remotely accessible telescopes.

We have a comprehensive library, regular meeting nights and multiple special interest sections, such as Astrophotography, Radio Astronomy, Dark Sky, Space Exploration, Juniors, etc.

The ASV is the largest such astronomical organisation in the southern hemisphere.
Membership is open to all with a general interest in astronomy or space.