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Restoring a Legacy: Thank You to the Brian Mason Trust Fund

Restoring a Legacy: Thank You to the Brian Mason Trust Fund

At the heart of our observatory stands a piece of history, a beacon of astronomical heritage - the Brashear Telescope. ...

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A Dark Sky Legacy: 20 Years Beneath the Stars

A Dark Sky Legacy: 20 Years Beneath the Stars

This year, we’re proud to mark a major milestone - 20 years of guiding manuhiri beneath the world’s darkest skies. ...

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Starlit Legacy: Celebrating Matariki with NZ Post

Starlit Legacy: Celebrating Matariki with NZ Post

At Dark Sky Project, we’re proud to celebrate te ao Māori, the natural world, and the wonders of our night sky - and this year, we’re thrilled to partner with… ...

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Tātai Aroraki: Māori Astronomy and the Stories Written in the Stars

Tātai Aroraki: Māori Astronomy and the Stories Written in the Stars

For Māori, the night sky is a roadmap – rich with meaning and direction...

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What Is a Dark Sky Reserve: And Why Does It Matter?

What Is a Dark Sky Reserve: And Why Does It Matter?

What exactly makes our location so special? The answer lies in our surroundings – we’re located...

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Why Takapō (Tekapo) is the Best Place in the World for Stargazing

Why Takapō (Tekapo) is the Best Place in the World for Stargazing

As one of the few places in the world designated as a Dark Sky Reserve, Takapō offers a truly...

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