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SUMMARY:Introduction to Astronomy April 2022
DESCRIPTION:Measuring Distances In Space\nPart 1: Principles & Methods\nDescriptions of most astronomical objects such as planets\, stars and galaxies usually include how far away from Earth they are. The quoted distance may involve millions of kilometres\, light years or parsecs. \nTonight’s talk is Part 1 of 2\, discussing the principles and methods used to measure distances across space. First\, we cover what light years and parsecs refer to and when astronomers use them\, followed by the principles of geometric trigonometry\, standard candles\, spectral redshifts\, standard sirens and standard rulers. We will then review the numerous methods involving those fundamental principles. \nIn May\, Part 2 will discuss how scientists use the cosmic distance ladder to calibrate these measurements and maximise precision. We will also discuss the Hubble tension and offer a solution. \nPart 1 is solely online at our AAS YouTube Channel \nhttps://www.youtube.com/c/AucklandAstronomicalSociety
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/introduction-to-astronomy-april-2022/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Young Astronomers - The phases of the Moon.
DESCRIPTION:We will be exploring the phases of the moon in preparation for Matariki. This meeting will also include some time inside the planetarium as well. Clear Skies! \nPlease register via \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/young-astronomers-meeting-tickets-311341489777 \nThis is so we know the numbers. \n 
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/young-astronomers-2/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Young Astronomers
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SUMMARY:Special General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A Special General Meeting of the Auckland Astronomical Society will be held at 7:45 PM on Monday 11th April 2022. The venue will be either online\, or at the Stardome Observatory depending on the pandemic conditions. We will advise closer to the time. \nReason for meeting. \nLast year the Auckland Observatory and Planetarium Trust Deed was amended to bring it up to date. One of the changes was requested by the Society council. The change involved the method of appointing the two Trustees representing the Society. Previously the Deed stated that the Society President\, Treasurer and their successors would be ex officio Trustees of the Auckland Observatory and Planetarium Trust. The Society Council felt that the position of Treasurer was encumbered with a lot of administration work and it shouldn’t be a requirement for the Treasurer to also serve as a AOPTB Trustee. The Deed was therefore amended such that the Society can appoint a second representative Trustee of their choice. The President (and successors) remain as an ex officio Trustee. This requires a method to appoint the second Trustee. Note that the change does not preclude the Treasurer being nominated and elected as a Trustee. Therefore the following addition to rule 12 is proposed: \n12 e) In accordance with the Auckland Observatory and Planetarium Trust Deed\, two members of the Society shall be appointed to the Trust Board as Society representatives. One of these representative Trustees will be the ex officio appointment of the Society President. The second member will be elected by the membership for the ensuing year. If for any reason the elected representative Trustee is unable to complete their term\, the Society Council may appoint a replacement representative to serve as a Trustee until the following Annual General Meeting. Nominations for the position of elected representative Trustee shall be in writing\, signed by the member proposed\, the member proposing and the member seconding the proposal and shall be deposited at the registered office of the Society at least fourteen days before the AGM. Such nominations shall not preclude proposals being accepted at the meeting to fill the position of elected representative Trustee if no nominations have been received by the due date. \nThe meeting will be held at Stardome Observatory but it will be possible to join online via Microsoft Teams. The Teams link will be circulated.
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/special-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:SGM
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SUMMARY:Practical Astronomy - Telescopes - what you need to know.
DESCRIPTION:In this meeting we will be discussing telescopes. We will talk about how they work and the different types commonly used by amateur astronomers. Along with some information on care and maintenance. \nThe talk will be in person at the Stardome. We have limited numbers with the social distancing requirements\, namely 45 attendees in the Space room and up to 20 in the Matariki room for any overflow. The talk will also be streamed online via the AAS youtube channel. \nhttps://www.youtube.com/c/AucklandAstronomicalSociety \n  \n 
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/practical-astronomy-telescopes-what-you-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:AAS Meetings,Practical Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220418T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220418T200000
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SUMMARY:Astrophotography Group April
DESCRIPTION:The Astrophotography group will be holding a general catchup meeting on the first return to the Stardome for several months. There will be discussion on imaging ideas for the winter season.
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/astrophotography-group-april/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:AAS Meetings,Astrophotography Group
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SUMMARY:2022 Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Notice of Annual General Meeting \nMembers are encouraged to attend the meeting. The meeting will be held at the Stardome Observatory and Planetarium. \nWe will be presenting: \n Society Reports\, Stardome Report\, Astronz Ltd report to the Society. \nElection of Officers \nElection of AOPTB Appointments Committee representative. \nElection of AOPTB representative Trustee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/2022-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:AGM
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