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Issue 17: Autumn 2023

We hope you had a wonderful start to the year - it really has been quite busy already.

I've been hearing all about the Shire's incredible work in pulling together next month's festival, which promises to be a lot of fun. There are also many fibre projects in the area from a couple of organisations, and the SKAO is beginning construction of the telescope, with the first earthworks happening with observation by Wajarri Yamaji monitors.

We are so excited to welcome Kirsten's new baby girl to the team - she is just adorable and I send my congratulations to Kirsten, hubby Ben and big sister Lottie.

Enjoy all the updates from across Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara, our Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory. Until next issue,

Bec

Bec's Blog

Australian SKA Office update

Shanan Gillies takes this opportunity to introduce herself, reflect on what we have all achieved together, and welcome Canada to the SKA project.

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SKA-Low update

Ant Schinkel tells us about the new groundworks taking place onsite, as construction of SKA-Low begins.

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ASKAP update

Aidan and Rachel share a new image of our galaxy - the best yest from radio telescopes - that shows the beautiful places of star births and deaths.

MWA update

MWA project officer Mia Walker explains a different mode of MWA operation, and a new survey looking at the strangest stars in our sky - pulsars.

AusSRC update

Kate Holmes shares with us the frantic beginning to 2023 for the team, with international visitors and participation in the Stargirls STEM Camp.

Pawsey update

Mark Stickells tells us about the educational tours that have happened at Pawsey, all supporting STEM career and study paths, as well as an update on Pawsey's sustainability nomination.

Meet Tilly

We are excited to welcome the newest member of the team, who is joining us as Kirsten's little assistant!

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What's up? The solar eclipse, 20 April 2023

Rob Hollow shares some insider knowledge on the upcoming solar eclipse - the celestial highlight of the year!

We acknowledge the Wajarri Yamaji as the Traditional Owners and native title holders of Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara, our Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory site.