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SKA—the biggest radio telescope in the world!

Wednesday, May 25, 2011 from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM (GMT+1000)

Bendigo, Victoria

SKA—the biggest radio telescope in the world!

Ticket Information

Type End     Quantity
Planetarium tour at 6:15pm Ended Free  
Planetarium tour at 6:45pm Ended Free  
Planetarium tour at 9:15pm Ended Free  
Lecture presentation 7:30-9pm Ended Free  

Event Details

Find out what all the excitement is about as former Bendigo local and current Deputy Director of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy, Professor Steven Tingay, returns to town to present a fascinating evening of astronomy. Professor Tingay is one of the country’s leading experts on radio astronomy and the world’s biggest radio telescope project—the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). Don’t miss this chance to hear about Australia's bid to host the SKA, the precursor telescopes being built in remote WA, and what the SKA will mean for future scientific discovery.

There’ll be something for everyone with free planetarium tours, and star gazing (weather permitting).

Free BBQ commences at 6.00pm with optional 30 minute planetarium tours available at 6:15pm, 6:45pm and 9:15pm (book to avoid disappointment).

Professor Tingay’s presentation will be in the auditorium between 7.30 -9pm (booking essential).

For more information about Professor Tingay's presentation click here.

 

This event is supported by Victorian Government and is in collaboration with Discover SKA, Bendigo District Astronomical Society, and Discovery Science and Technology Centre.

 

When & Where



Discovery Science & Technology Centre
7 Railway Place
Bendigo, Victoria 3550
Australia

Wednesday, May 25, 2011 from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM (GMT+1000)


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RiAus brings science to people and people to science. It creates real and virtual spaces in which people can listen, talk and think about science in all its shapes and forms, and develop innovative and accessible ways of engaging the general community. It sets out to raise scientific awareness and the level of debate on critical issues around science and technology. RiAus strives to highlight the importance of science in everyday life.