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A telescope is often used to observe objects from large distances. Telescopes were first invented at the beginning of the 17th century in the Netherlands. Telescopes are now often employed by hobby astrologers

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TRACK THE EGYPTIAN

on the town

Footpath Astronomy Where Outside the Retreat Hotel, 226 Nicholson St, Abbotsford; Thurs-Sat (clear nights only)

Celestial scoop: best sky photos ever

IS IT astronomy or is it art? The boundaries between the two merge with the Powerhouse Museum's new exhibition, From Earth to the Universe, opening to the public today.

Small glimpse led to massive new vision

AS HE raised the instrument to his eye the astronomer made a confession. "It is amazing how little you can see through it."

The centre of the Milky Way

A teapot, clusters and more are within the constellation of the archer. By Perry Vlahos.