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THE NIGHT SKY, WITH ITS AMAZING ARRAY OF STARS AND OTHER ASTRONOMICAL WONDERS, IS SLOWLY DISAPPEARING DUE TO AN INCREASE OF LIGHT POLLUTION FROM URBAN SPRAWL
Fortunately Australia has some of the darkest skies on Earth and we need to take advantage of them before we lose our views of the sky forever Light pollution also has an effect on our wildlife, disturbing nocturnal patterns of many native animals By preserving our night skies we are also helping to preserve our native wildlife |
WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW WHERE THE BEST PLACES ARE TO SEE THE STARS?
Recognised Australian Dark Sky Sites are a Nationwide network of locations that provide great views of the night sky and which are accessible to everyone. They have been nominated by local groups, organisations, or towns as ideal Dark Sky sites to see the stars.
The list of Recognised locations allows you to be sure that you will actually be in a Dark Sky location without having to travel into Australia's outback or far away country towns in search of suitable dark sites. You can be confident that each site, by being recognised by its darkness level, is the best in your area to see the night sky for Astronomical Observations or Astrophotography.
Recognised Australian Dark Sky Locations are listed in 3 levels:
BRONZE - Good Dark Sky - suitable for general Observing
SILVER - Very Good Dark Sky - suitable for deeper Observing
GOLD - Excellent Dark Sky - suitable for Deep Sky Observing and Astrophotography
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE A LOCATION RECOGNISED AS AN AUSTRALIAN DARK SKY SITE OR TOWN?
The sites or towns nominated as a Recognised Australian 'Dark Sky Site' or a 'Dark Sky Town' must meet a special criteria to be recognised and registered. Membership is free.
-Recognised Australian 'Dark Sky Sites' will have no nearby interfering street lighting, with good clear views of the sky that aren't blocked by buildings or trees, and a plan to prevent further Light Pollution at the nominated site.
Certain Astronomical objects must be visible from your location (see Criteria).
-Recognised Australian 'Dark Sky Towns' will have little or no Light Pollution and a proven attempt to decrease current Light Pollution and evidence of a plan to control future Light Pollution in the township.
The township will contain areas of suitable darkness for astronomy with public access and facilities.
Certain Astronomical objects must be visible from areas within the Town (see Criteria).
To nominate a site or a town please read the 'Criteria' then use the 'Nomination' forms.
-Recognised Dark Sky members can display ADSR signage and use the ADSR Logo on their websites and literature.
Artwork Files are available for download for members use only:
Dark Sky Register Member Logo for Websites and Printed matter:
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Dark Sky Site sign artwork:
(artwork is in PhotoShop format)
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Dark Sky Town sign artwork:
(artwork is in PhotoShop format)
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SAMPLE IMAGES OF ADSR ARTWORK
ADSR is a voluntary organisation founded in January 2015 with the aim to improve on and promote the preservation of the environment and the night sky through efforts by individuals, groups and communities to reduce light pollution caused by bad lighting practices.
ADSR Staff: Ken James, Dean White
Admin: Eva Maxwell
ADSR Staff: Ken James, Dean White
Admin: Eva Maxwell
