Welcome to your universe.
Auckland Astronomical Society was founded in 1923, and with over 600 members, is the largest amateur astronomy group in New Zealand. We are based at Stardome in Observatory and Planetarium in the shadow of Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill, and we’re passionate about sharing our love for astronomy with the people of Auckland.
Meeting on the first four Mondays of every month, the AAS is an incredibly lively and active organisation, and there is something for everyone of all ages, all experience levels and all interests. If you have a love of the night sky, and a passion about the universe around us, you’ll find a warm welcome at the Society.
Introduction to Astronomy
Learn more about astronomy with our easy to follow monthly educational sessions
Monthly Meeting
The best live speakers and recorded lectures each month on a variety of interesting topics.
Practical Astronomy
Learn about how and what to observe as well as useful information about use and maintenance of your equipment
Film Night
Sit back and watch documentaries and other films with a chance to discuss and find out more
The 2020 Burbidge Dinner
Saturday 7th November 6:30pm – 10:00pm. The Venue is the : Ellerslie Events Centre, Pakuranga Hunt RoomStart time: 7:00pm (doors open 6:30pm) Tickets: $65 pp, earlybird price of $60.00 is available […]
See AAS meetings LIVE and FREE on YouTube!
Following on from the great feedback we had from our YouTube LIVE streams during the COVID-19 Lockdown period, we’ve decided to carry on streaming as many meetings as we can […]
2020 New Zealand Astrophotography Competition
Calling all NZ Astrophotographers, it’s that time of year again, time to get your entries in for the 2020 New Zealand Astrophotography competition. The competition is fully endorsed by the […]
Results of the 2019 NZ Astrophotography Competition
This years judge Phil Plait (the bad astronomer) had the following comments SOLAR SYSTEM Winner: John Drummond, Moon and Jupiter This shot of the conjunction of Jupiter and the Moon […]
Upcoming Events
Meet the 2020-2021 AAS Council
BIll Thomas
President
Grant Christie
Vice President
Chris Benton
Membership
Steve Hennerley
Curator of Instruments
Niven Brown
Treasurer
Milina Ristic
Editor
Alastair Emerson
Secretary
Jerina McKenzie
Librarian
Brenton Faithfull
Councillor
David Britten
Councillor
Gavin Logan
Councillor
Carolle Varughese
Councillor