Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

Discover the art of ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY with Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory Chief Astronomer, Richard 'Rick' Tonello.

Learn Astro-Scape, Wide Field + Deep Sky shooting techniques, and how to:
- capture motion through time lapse imaging
- get the best out of your gear + explore upgrades
- calibrate, stack + process shots

**Next Course Starts: 3 November 2026**

Book online at >>>>

https://gravitycentre.rezdy.com/696164/astronomia-photographica-2026?_ga_data=e30%253D

29/09/2026

"Reach for the Stars" - Girl's Only Night
Tuesday, 6th October 2026.

Is your daughter a budding astronomer/ astrophysicist/ scientist?

What if your love of the night sky could become your career?

Reaching for the Stars is an inspiring evening for girls and young women aged 8yrs to 18yrs who are passionate about astronomy, astrophysics, space and STEM.

Meet four inspiring women scientists at different stages of their STEM journey — from Masters in Astrophysics students and graduates to pursuing a PhD in their selected fields. Hear their stories, discover how they found their way into STEM, and learn that a career among the stars could be within your reach too.

Then, step outside under the night sky at the GDC Observatory. Our four scientists will be stationed at the observatory telescopes, ready to guide you through the Universe, share their knowledge and answer your questions.

Come with your curiosity. Meet your future role models. Look through the telescopes. And start imagining where your own journey could take you.

The stars are waiting — perhaps your future is among them.

Booking open Now
What if your love of the night sky could become your career?

Reach for the Stars is an inspiring evening for girls and young women aged 8yrs to 18yrs who are passionate about astronomy, astrophysics, space and STEM.

Meet four inspiring women scientists at different stages of their STEM journey — from Masters in Astrophysics students and graduates to pursuing a PhD in their selected fields. Hear their stories, discover how they found their way into STEM, and learn how a career among the stars could be within your reach too.

Then, step outside under the night sky at the GDC Observatory. Our four scientists will be stationed at the observatory telescopes, ready to guide you through the Universe, share their knowledge and answer your questions.

Come with your curiosity. Meet your future role models. Look through the telescopes. And start imagining where your own journey could take you.

The stars are waiting — perhaps your future is among them.

https://gravitycentre.rezdy.com/781304/reach-for-the-stars-girl-s-only-night?_ga_data=e30%253D

28/09/2026

September School Holiday Activities at Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory
Book online at gravitycentre.com.au

17/09/2026

ATTENTION ALL ASTRO GEEKS!

Chief Astronomer Rick here...

You may have noticed a star slowly getting closer to the Moon this evening.

The star in question was Antares - the rival of Mars (Ant-Ares/ Anti-Ares).

After this evenings Adults Only Date Night Observatory session, our trusted vollie Jed and I stayed back to catch an image of Antares skimming past the horn of the Crescent Moon.

A pair of binos or a small telescope would have shown you this pretty cool vista.

As a point of interest, the Moon is ~402783 Km away while Antares (a Red Super-Giant star) is ~550Lys distant.

A bit of a difference...

As usual, I managed to capture the view through one of our Observatory telescopes for your viewing pleasure.

Don't forget this Saturday is International Observe the Moon Night!

Clear skies and Hail Sagan.

Chief Astronomer Rick

15/09/2026

It was great to see the images shared by so many of you of the recent Moon Venus conjunction...

To step outside and look up - collectively - brings a wonderful feeling of connection here on our third rock from the Sun.

On that note, this Saturday 19 September is International Observe the Moon Night - a global initiative of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, encouraging Everyone, Everywhere to celebrate our nearest celestial neighbour 🌙 🌔

Join the Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory (and Lunar-tics from all over the world) in looking up at our International Observe the Moon Event, tickets online >>> gravitycentre.com.au

14/09/2026

Thankyou to the amazing Teams that rolled up their sleeves, slogged out the hours and worked up a sweat over the weekend.

From the extended site family of The University of Western Australia, Ozgrav, AIGO and Einstein's First to Curtin University, contributing Staff + Board volunteers and amazing members of our Community - you guys rock!

Special thanks to Adam Shields (Shields Realty Gingin), Gingin Hotel, IGA Local Grocer Gingin Andrew plantation shutters and blinds for your generous support of one very Busy Bee.

There is so much more to come and we can't wait to welcome you to our Space at the Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory soon :)

14/09/2026

**ATTENTION ALL ASTRO GEEKS!!**

Chief Astronomer Rick here...

Go outside NOW and check out the cool (but not rare) Crescent Moon and Venus conjunction.

The Solar System occasionally likes to show off...

17/05/2026

Discover the art of Astrophotography with Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory Chief Astronomer, Richard 'Rick' Tonello.

Book online at >>>>

https://gravitycentre.rezdy.com/696164/astronomia-photographica-2026?_ga_data=e30%253D