2009 is the International Year of Astronomy |
 Click here for Perth Observatory's IYA 2009 activities. |
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Go to the Australian IYA2009 site. |
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IYA2009 is an initiative of the International Astronomical Union and UNESCO. |
Perth Observatory is Australia's oldest continuously operating professional observatory and Western Australia's premier astronomical institution. In recognition of its scientific, cultural and historical significance, Perth Observatory was entered on the State's Heritage Register in 2005.
Located 25km east of Perth, the Observatory has served the state of Western Australia for over 100 years, providing information and education services, and conducting internationally recognised research.
Perth Observatory astronomers are Western Australia's professional astronomers - all have an enduring commitment to their field and at least 10 years experience in astronomy education and public outreach, and most have extensive research experience and appropriate university qualifications.
Perth Observatory is funded by the State Government of Western Australia and
is a part of the
Department of Environment and Conservation.
Perth Observatory is a member of Astronomy WA.
