Stargazing at Murriyang
Tue 30 Jun '26 – Wed 08 Jul '26 (BIANNUAL event)
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Overview
Join them for a Stargazing Evening at Murriyang, located at CSIRO's Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre for a night observing the stars with the Central West Astronomical Society (CWAS).
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This is a free event with the CWAS setting up telescopes on the lawn for visitors to view the night sky. Light refreshments will be available, along with a barbecue which will create the best family friendly event for everyone! Cost applies for the barbecue.
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Join them for a Stargazing Evening at Murriyang, located at CSIRO's Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre for a night observing the stars with the Central West Astronomical Society (CWAS).
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This is a free event with the CWAS setting up telescopes on the lawn for visitors to view the night sky. Light refreshments will be available, along with a barbecue which will create the best family friendly event for everyone! Cost applies for the barbecue.
This is a dog-friendly event, however, please ensure your dog remains with you at all times and is on a leash.
The playground will be open for use throughout the evening, and the Visitors Centre and the Dish Shop will be open to purchase souvenirs or to explore the centre.
This event is weather permitting; please call them on the day to confirm the event is going ahead.
Please note that this is a radio quiet site, so please ensure all mobile and electronic devices are switched to flight mode upon arrival. You can still take photos and videos with your devices in flight mode.
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Location
CSIRO Parkes radio telescope Observatory
585 Telescope Road Parkes NSW 2870 Australia
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Accessibility
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have grab rails in the bathroom
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Train your staff in disability awareness
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting