Hi Iain, im sure someone in this Astronomy Club in Hervey Bay can help you.
The Wide Bay Astronomical Society is Based in Hervey Bay area at Takura
http://www.wbastro.org/index.htm
Sanctuary Hills Observatory
214 Sanctuary Hills Rd, Takura QLD 4655
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