Welcome to the Astronomical Society of Victoria
The Society is based in Melbourne, Australia and includes city and country members, as well some in other states and overseas. It attracts people with a wide range of astronomical interests, ages, abilities and experience. Originally founded in 1922, it is the largest such organisation in the southern hemisphere.
Membership is open to all with an interest in astronomy.
The Astronomical Society of Victoria would like to say that In the spirit of reconciliation we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Astronomy for the people
Astronomy for the People is an ASV service providing telescopes for schools and public demonstrations. Image by David RolfeMore Info
Membership
Anyone with an interest in astronomy can join the Society. Membership gives you access to the loan telescope program, ASV meetings and our pristine dark sky property.Join now
Image Gallery
View astronomical images taken by members of the ASV - everything from the moon and planets to nebula and far away galaxies.View images
Astrophotography
Our Astrophotography section meets regularly at ASV lodge and has monthly field trips to our dark sky site. The section is very active and new members are always welcome. Read more
Radio Astronomy
Radio Astronomy is a study of the Universe by detecting electromagnetic radiation at different wavelengths. The Radio Astronomy section explores all types of science related topics. Read more
EV Scope Retro Raffle
$5 Per Ticket!!
Buy a ticket to our “EV Scope Retro Raffle” and go into the draw for your chance to win this amazing EV Scope!
Level up your astronomy with live stacking to your smart device.
Prize Kit comes with the following:
EV Scope (GoTo - Version 1).
1 x Training Session (Provided By ASV Member Diego Colonnello)
Raffle Value $5,000. Prize includes fully insured courier delivery.
Funds raised will go towards the ASV (Remote Observatory Project)
Raffle open to Australian residents only.
Raffle to be drawn at the ASV Sea Lake Astro Fest Q&A Panel Dinner Event at The Juke in Sea Lake on the 30th October 2022 at Approx. 7:00pm.
Winner will be notified by email.
Raffle Link: https://evscoperetroraffle.floktu.com
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Sea Lake AstroFest 2022
In conjunction with Buloke Shire Council and the Sea Lake community,
the Astronomical Society of Victoria would like to announce the Sea Lake Astro Fest 2022.
Kicking off over the Melbourne Cup weekend, the Astro Fest aims to bring science & astronomy
to regional Victoria with a weekend full of activities and events for people of all ages.
Date: Saturday 29th October – 31st October 2022 at Sea Lake, Victoria
Check out the program and book your tickets for the events at www.sealakeastro.asv.org.au
Get in quick as tickets to each event are going fast!!
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Gift Certificate
Looking for that unique present to buy a loved one or friend? Well, look no further.... share the universe with a gift a one-year membership to the Astronomical Society of Victoria. Contact us via email
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Crux Magazine
The latest edition of Crux is now available for downloading by Members.
Crux Extra!
Crux Extra comes out weekly with articles on Astronomy and related areas.
Visit the Members Area and go to Downloads.
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Events 
The ASV runs a large number of events to cater for a broad range of astronomy related interests. Check the website on a regular basis for the latest updates. The next 14 events are listed below - view the calendar page for a full listing of planned events.
Sat 24 September - Sun 25 September
Galactic Centre Star party - Members Only
3.00pm Sat 24-Sep - 11.00am Sun 25-Sep
Please see CRUX Extra for more information.
Sun 25 September
ASV Library (Members Only)
2.00pm - 4.00pm
Location: Birdwood Ave., Melbourne
+ Monthly Meeting - before 6.00 to 7.45pm and after from approx. 10:00 to 10:45pm
+ Last Sunday of month - 2pm to 4pm
The Library is now in the old Government Astronomers’ Office which is in the north-west corner of the main building at Melbourne Observatory.
There are currently a large number of books and magazines, surplus to the Library’s needs, for sale. The sale is on-going whenever the Library is open.
For further information contact Angela Nesic at librarian@asv.org.au
Fri 30 September
Club Section meeting
8.00pm - 11.00pm
Club Section meetings are informal and take place on the first and last Friday of the month (public holidays excepted) between 8:00 – 11:00pm at the ASV Lodge.
Come along for a chat, all members welcome.
Tue 4 October
ASV Committee meeting
8.00pm - 10.00pm
Wed 5 October
Cosmology and Astro-Physics Section Meeting
8.00pm - 10.30pm
Discuss current news in Cosmology and Astro-Physics
Topic:
Location: ASV Lodge
“All Welcome – Bring an Open Mind”
Note: ASV members only
Contact: Ross Berner, Section Director
Mobile: 0403 167 004
Email: cosmology@asv.org.au
Thu 6 October
Space Exploration Section Meeting
8.00pm - 10.00pm
For more information, contact Section Director: Kate Green
Email: space@asv.org.au
Fri 7 October
Club Section
8.00pm - 11.00pm
Club Section is the perfect place to meet other ASV members, share your passion and learn about the basics of astronomy in an informal setting. Ideal for new members and long term members and a great way to meet others. Should skies be clear we will open the Lodge observatory roof and use the 20" (500mm) diameter telescope, in addition to the smaller 10”(250mm) diameter Dobsonian telescope to view the heavens.
Meetings are held at the ASV Lodge on the first and last Friday of the month between 8:00pm – 11:00pm.
You are welcome to drop in for as short or as long a visit as you like, during these hours.
Sun 9 October
Astrophotography Section meeting
2.30pm - 4.30pm
Topic: TBA
Presenters: TBA
Location: ASV Lodge or Zoom
For more information, contact Section Director: Tom Fowler
Tue 11 October
Women in the ASV virtual get together
7.30pm - 9.00pm
Wed 12 October
Library (Members Only)
6.30pm - 7.45pm
Location: Birdwood Ave, Melbourne
+ Monthly Meeting - before 6.30 to 7.45pm and after from approx. 10:00 to 10:45pm
+ Last Sunday of month - 2pm to 4pm
The Library is now in the old Government Astronomers’ Office which is in the northwest corner of the main building at Melbourne Observatory.
There are currently a large number of books and magazines, surplus to the Library’s needs, for sale. The sale is ongoing whenever the Library is open.
For further information contact Angela Nesic:
Wed 12 October
ASV AstroTalk
8.00pm - 10.00pm
Location: Mueller Auditorium, National Herbarium, Birdwood Ave., Melbourne
Fri 14 October
Junior Section
7.30pm - 9.00pm
For further information contact Section Director: Chris Rudge on
Sat 15 October
Instrument Making Section
2.00pm - 5.00pm
Location: ASV Lodge
For further information contact Section Director: Mark Justice
Mon 17 October
Radio Astronomy (via Zoom)
7.45pm - 10.45pm
Location: Online Via Zoom
For further information contact Section Director: Phil Costigan
More events: Calendar