A New Era Begins at Port Macquarie Observatory: Installing a Cutting-Edge Telescope Setup Port Macquarie Observatory has entered an exciting new chapter with the installation of a state-of-the-art telescope setup, replacing the MyT C14 system that served the facility for...
It's all to do with different orbits.... Here on Earth we complete orbits around the Sun more quickly than Solar System planets that are further away, such as Mars, Saturn, Jupiter etc. Think of it as being like the inside...
One of the more exciting releases for astrophotographers is the the new QHY miniCAM8 system. It's a handy way to add a compact imaging setup to an existing rig and a perfect step up for those start to get serious...
UPDATE: 13th January - Movie of C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) looping around the Sun as it passes through Perihelion. Seems intact and no major signs of breakup or disintegration. Things are looking good for a decent show in the early evening Australian...
January 20th 2025 - Update: it's not just the 25th of January - no need to rush! We've had quite a few folks contact us up about this planetary alignment, how to see it and when it will be visible....
2024 was a very special year for BINTEL First of all, we celebrated 40 years since the shop first opened in 1984 in the Wynyard Station arcade. It’s been an amazing journey and can only thank our customers, suppliers and...
Happy Summer Solstice - Why is the Sun One of the delights of summer in Australia is enjoying the longer days as the Sun sets later and later. The reason why the days vary in length throughout the year is...
The largest planet in the Solar System as close as it will come to Earth in 2024 right now and it's the perfect time to view and photograph Jupiter. During closer approaches when the Earth and Jupiter are the same...
It's not long until Christmas and binoculars are always popular gifts for exploring nature, enjoying summer and for close up views at sports or event concerts. Here's some of our suggestions for 2024 Under $300 The Nikon Aculon Range of...
