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Keynote Speakers

Professor Jonti Horner

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University of Southern Queensland

Astrophysicist and Astrobiologist

Dr. Martin George

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Hive Tasmania

Astronomer/Science Communicator

​The EARLY BIRD PRICES are only available until Friday 24th April.

Full price registration after that will be $260 (RASNZ Members and Students) and $300 (non-members).

  • 15 May 2026, 6:00 pm – 17 May 2026, 6:00 pm
    Scenic Hotel Marlborough, 65 Alfred Street, Blenheim Central, Blenheim 7201, New Zealand

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15 - 17 May 2026

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

65 Alfred Street

Blenheim

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

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Prepare for the highlight of 2026 - the RASNZ Conference in Blenheim! Gather with leading astronomers and passionate enthusiasts to discuss, share, and expand knowledge in astronomy and related sciences.

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On Friday night (15th May) there is a mini book auction – click here for more information.​

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The Omaka Observatory Trust proudly hosts the 2026 Conference, offering a platform for dialogue and collaboration among astronomers, astrophysicists, and related professionals and amateurs.

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What's on?​

  • NZ Astronomy Research 

  • Conference Dinner

  • Student Presentations

  • Poster Displays

  • Fellows' Lecture

  • Mini Book Auction

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Cook Voyage astronomers' tent observatories at Queen Charlotte Sound, February 1777 

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Aurora New Zealand (Courtesy John Burt)

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Mt John Observatory and Lake Tekapo  (Courtesy John Hearnshaw)

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