Schools & learning
Bring astronomy to life with an arranged visit and our Astronomy 101 programme.
Astronomy for everyone · Tauranga, NZ
Look up.
Get closer.
There’s a whole universe above us. Discover it with a friendly community of skywatchers, right here in Tauranga.
Local people. Extraordinary discoveries.Fergusson Park · Matua
Your place to explore the night sky
Your place to explore the night sky
Public club nights
Your next great discovery
starts with showing up.
Talks, astronomy and telescope viewing
7.30 pm · 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
March–November · Fergusson Park
Make a night of it
All events ↗Coming up at TAS.
See the upcoming events programme for club nights and viewing sessions.
New Zealand local times. Telescope viewing depends on the weather.
Schools · Groups · TeamsBring your people.
Bring your people.
We’ll bring the universe.
A class full of questions, a local club, or a team looking for a different kind of outing. Talk to us about arranging a visit to TAS.
Enquire about a visit
Clubs & community groups
Share an evening of astronomy with your group. All levels of curiosity are welcome.
Teams & corporate visits
Interested in an astronomy outing for your workplace? Ask us about a group booking.
Visits are arranged with the club. Tell us your group size, ages and preferred dates so we can discuss availability and a suitable programme.
Sky now · Tauranga
Explore Sky now A little more sky in your day.
The Moon, observing weather, planets and the Sun today—all in one place.
A shared sense of wonder
Small club.
Very big possibilities.
First-time visitors, families and experienced astronomers—all brought together by curiosity.
See it for yourselfObserve together.
Meet the Moon and planets through our telescopes, with people who love sharing the view.
Join a viewing nightAsk. Explore. Understand.Stay curious.
Talks, demonstrations and Astronomy 101 visits that bring space a little closer.
Schools & group visitsYour local astronomy community
You don’t need a telescope.
Just a little curiosity.
Come to a meeting, meet fellow skywatchers, learn something new and help share astronomy with our wider community.
Find your place at TAS
Discover with TAS
The sky doesn’t stand still.
Neither does our curiosity.
A moment of light.
Billions of years of history.
Explore meteor footage captured by TAS cameras and the science behind these visitors from space.
A good reason
to step outside.
Skywatching updates, satellite passes and astronomical events worth looking up for.
The people
behind the telescopes.
Meet our community and discover the observing, learning and outreach that bring us together.
First visit?
Everyone starts
somewhere.
Do I need to know anything about astronomy?
Everyone is welcome. Come along, ask questions and enjoy exploring with the club.
What happens if it’s cloudy?
Telescope viewing depends on clear skies. Club nights also include indoor presentations and activities. Always check the latest update for the specific event.
Can I bring my family or a group?
Families are welcome. Schools, clubs and other groups can enquire about an arranged visit and our Astronomy 101 programme.
How can I help the club?
Become a member or ask about volunteering. There are ways to help with events, hospitality, equipment and sharing astronomy with visitors.
The universe is better
when we explore it together.
Come for a night. Become a member. Be part of TAS.