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Hi Nick,
Welcome to the forums.
Typically, observing nights are held on the weekend closest to the new moon, normally on a Saturday night, that is the easiest night to get out and about.
I'm sure that there are a couple in the Newcastle area, and even closer or your way. We have one up at Mangrove Mountain, west of Gosford that you guys are more than welcome to attend. As the others have said, check in the Star Parties section for more information. We normally have between 5 and 10 scopes running on any given night, and everyone there is generous with views, and equipment (and sometimes whiskey and apple charlotte).
Also... If you have any questions at all, please ask them. It is the best way to get quick and accurate answers without a lot of heartaches and headaches! Been there, done that.
Enjoy your new scope. There is so much to see out there!
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