Whakatāne Observatory - Moon

Whakatāne Observatory

The Whakatāne Astronomical Society provide night sky viewing from the nationally renowned Whakatāne Observatory.

The observatory is open, subject to weather, on Tuesday and Friday nights from 7.30pm. Other nights by arrangement. Opening times may vary according to the time of year. 

If you are keen - best reach out to Terry or Keith, details below.

Terry Gordon – gordontgjk@xtra.co.nz – 021 0239 4177
Keith Blair – quickexit@xtra.co.nz – 07 308 7467 or 027 499 0442
 

 

 

Contact Details

Hurunui Avenue
Whakatane3120
New Zealand

Adults $15 | Children $5 | Family (2+2) $35 | Students to 15 years $10

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