RASNZ

02/06/2026

The RASNZ Newsletter for June 2026.

01/06/2026

Some images from the RASNZ Conference in Blenheim at the Scenic Hotel, 15-17 May 2026. A special thanks to the RASNZ Standing Conference Committee and Local Organising Committee of the Omaka Observatory Trust for putting on such a fantastic conference.
NZ IAU Astronomy Outreach IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach

01/06/2026

This Givealittle page is to raise funds for the secondary school students that make up the national team representing Aotearoa New Zealand at the International Olympiad for Astronomy and Astrophysics in Hanoi, Vietnam 25 September - 5 Oct, 2026 https://www.ioaa2026.vn/en

All funds raised through this page will be directly used to support the New Zealand national representative team, covering the necessary expenses to help them travel and compete in the IOAA international finals. Your contribution ensures that our talented students have the opportunity to represent Aotearoa New Zealand on the global stage. Please give a donation to help support the NZOAA team https://www.nzoaa.com/
NZ IAU Astronomy Outreach IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach

We built this page for our subordinate section, the NZOAA, to raise funds for the national team representing New Zealand at the IOAA.

14/05/2026

For anyone wanting to check out the conference schedule in advance it is on the conference website. Registrations remain open for the $25 online streaming option until tomorrow. https://www.rasnzconference.org.nz/event-details-registration/2026-rasnz-conference

05/05/2026

The RASNZ Conference in Blenheim is in a week and there is still time to register. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still attend the talks via the livestream and it will only cost $25. Register for the livestream through the link below and a separate Zoom link will be sent to you.

https://www.rasnzconference.org.nz/event-details-registration/2026-rasnz-conference

22/04/2026

Just over three weeks to go until the RASNZ Conference. Early bird conference pricing is valid until midnight Friday 24th April so get in quick.
https://www.rasnzconference.org.nz/event-details-registration/2026-rasnz-conference

15/04/2026

13/04/2026

This week 13 - 20 April is International Dark Sky week. International Dark Sky Week is a global celebration of the night.

Aotearoa New Zealand has two internationally accredited dark sky reserves, including other dark sky sanctuaries, parks and communities.

From the darkness needed for a restful night’s sleep to the activities we enjoy beneath the stars, the night is filled with wonder and importance. Dark nights sustain critical wildlife ecosystems, strengthen the well-being of our communities, enable scientific discovery, and preserve shared cultural knowledge and traditions.

Join us this April as we “go dark” to explore the night and take action to protect dark skies worldwide.
DarkSky International NZ IAU Astronomy Outreach IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach

International Dark Sky Week kicks off TODAY and excitement is building around the world.

We’re already seeing incredible momentum, with over 200 events registered globally, from star parties and night hikes to community gatherings and virtual talks. This is what it looks like when people come together to celebrate and protect the night.

We can’t wait to see what you get up to this week!

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Learn more about International Dark Sky Week here: https://idsw.darksky.org

29/03/2026

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