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Thornlands observatory

Australia · Oceania
✦ -27.5663, 153.2667

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About this observatory

Thornlands Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Queensland, Australia, located in the Thornlands area of the City of Redland, not far from Brisbane.

About Thornlands Observatory

Public information about this observatory's history, instruments and access is limited. It sits within a residential part of southeast Queensland, roughly 25 kilometres from Brisbane.

Location & getting there

Thornlands lies within the City of Redland local government area in Queensland, within reach of Brisbane for visitors travelling from the city.

Visiting Thornlands Observatory

As detailed visiting information isn't publicly available for this site, check locally or search online for current access before planning a visit.

See your named star from here

Southeast Queensland's skies are a fine place to look for a named star, since any star's coordinates can be found from a suitable observing site. Name a star of your own, or browse the star catalogue and our observatory finder near you.

Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
It is located in Thornlands, within the City of Redland in Queensland, Australia, near Brisbane.
Detailed public visiting information isn't widely available, so it's worth checking locally before travelling.
As at any site in the region, the night sky visible depends on local conditions, and a named star's coordinates can be found from here or a similar dark-sky location.
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