Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand

Welcome to the website of the Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand.

The object of the RASNZ is the promotion and extension of knowledge of astronomy and related branches of science. RASNZ encourages interest in Astronomy, and is an association of observers and others for mutual help and advancement of astronomical science. RASNZ was founded in 1920 as the New Zealand Astronomical Society and assumed its present title on receiving the Royal Charter in 1946. In 1967 RASNZ became a Member Body of the Royal Society of New Zealand.

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RASNZ Conference 2026

Early Bird Registrations

The RASNZ is delighted to announce that Early Bird registrations for the RASNZ 2026 Conference are now open!

The annual RASNZ Conference is an opportunity to meet up with old friends, to meet new ones, and to hear about the latest news from people across the wide range of activity encompassed in New Zealand's astronomical community. The 2026 Conference will be hosted by the Omaka Observatory Trust in Blenheim, from 15 to 17 May. A registration fee of $220 is on offer exclusively to RASNZ members as well as students for the entire Conference weekend (other pricing options are available).

We look forward to seeing you there!

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