First black hole ever detected is more massive than we thought
February 19, 2021New observations of the first black hole ever detected have led astronomers to question what they know about the Universe’s most mysterious objects.
Moon to Earth: WA to host space communications station
October 12, 2020An optical communications station capable of receiving high-speed data transmissions from space is set to be built in Western Australia. The advanced communications ground station will be able to receive data from spacecraft anywhere between low-Earth orbit and the surface of the Moon. It has the potential to support ground-breaking space projects, including NASA’s Artemis mission to land the first woman and next man on the Moon by 2024.
Exhibition explores the night sky through cultural interpretation
September 23, 2019A new exhibition at the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery will explore the concept of the night sky from cultural, scientific and artistic perspectives. Astronomy and…
