CWAS AstroFest "David Malin Awards"

[iceman]

It's getting that time again..

The CWAS AstroFest "David Malin Awards" are almost upon us.. a bit over a month to go to get your entries in.

Last year saw some fantastic entries and winners.. you can read/see them here (http://www.parkes.atnf.csiro.au/events/astrofest/awards/).

I'd like to take a trip out to Parkes for the event this year.. I've never been to "the dish" and would love to see it!

[gary]

Hi Mike,

John Sarkissian, CSIRO and CWAS graciously accomodated Mai and I there over
a memorable weekend in Oct 2005. You are in for a treat.

Good luck to everyone with their photos.

Best Regards

Gary Kopff
Managing Director
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[iceman]

It was great catching up with John Sarkissian at SPSP last month, observing through Rod's 20" SDM. John was like a kid in a candy store. He had some delightful views.

I hope to catch up with him at CWAS.

[ballaratdragons]

Do they have a section for Modified Webcam Images? :whistle:

[Outbackmanyep]

I will be going this year!
Sent my entry in yesterday....
Just have to book a place to stay......
Anyone from IIS going?? Would love to catch up with anyone from here thats going!

Cheers!

[iceman]

I'm hoping to go, but i'm not sure yet. I've gotta get my entries in soon!

It's too far for a daytrip so I'll have to figure out accommodation too.

[higginsdj]

Yep - I'm going and giving the 'Lazy Astronomer' presentation on the Sunday morning at the Dish.

Cheers

[iceman]

I'm definitely going. I've told my wife Kate and they'll probably come along too. I had to invite them along - gave me more chance of getting out there :)

I'm not sure i'll register for the conference as I'll probably spend the time sight-seeing with my family. I'd love to attend the presentation of the David Malin Awards though.

Speaking of which, my entries were sent yesterday :prey: Hope Australia Post don't lose them! ;)

[iceman]

Alright we're booked in.

Staying Saturday night in Parkes and Sunday night at Dubbo. We'll go visit the Western Plains Zoo on Sunday/Monday. We're a zoo-friend at Tarango, so can get in to Dubbo Zoo for free as well!

I'll be at the CWAS Astrofest for the presentations on Saturday arvo and hopefully one of the talks on Sunday morning.

[spacezebra]

David is tickled pink

"
It is my pleasure to inform you that one or more of your entries in this year's "David Malin Awards" has been chosen for inclusion in the touring exhibition. The exhibition will commence on Friday, 29 June, at the CSIRO Parkes Observatory Visitor's Centre where it will remain for the entire month of July:eyepop:.


Cheers Petra

[h0ughy]

Unbelievable - surely not an astrophoto of a comet is it???????????:whistle:

Well Done Dave.......Petra you will never ever out live this one, he will prattle for a generation on this tid bit:lol:

[iceman]

Fantastic! I was in the touring exhibition last year and went to the launch of it at the Sydney Observatory last July. Was great fun.

Well done David!

[Garyh]

Congrads on your entry!!!....:thumbsup:

Hey I got a email the same too!!...:D:D:D
So I think I shall be going to the CWAS astrofest after all!! and meet some of you guys!!
Have to book somewhere to stay now..
cheers

[iceman]

Congrats Gary - I absolutely love your widefield shots. Can't wait to see your entry.

I look forward to meeting you there. My family and I are staying at the "Best Western Moonraker Motor Inn". It's about $115/night.

[h0ughy]

Look out for James Bond.......

so how many entered?

[Garyh]

Thanks Mike!!....I shall introduce myself....:thumbsup:
I had two last year in the exhibition, one widefield and one deepspace..
Put in 5 this year.
OH forgot to read the other email from John...
:eyepop::D.

[iceman]

Congrats Gary! :D

[iceman]

Only a few days to go!

Who else is heading out there this weekend?

It'd be great to catch up with some fellow IIS'ers.