Hi Craig, welcome to the hobby and IIS
I'm sure you'll enjoy your 'journey'
I'm in Perth, I don't know if you have checked out the astronomy clubs but in case you haven't I know of these ones :
Astronomical society of wa (Aswa)
Astronomy group of wa (AGWA - I belong to this one)
And I think there is a group in bunbury but I can't remember their name.
Aswa has a web site with more info.
AGWA has a Facebook group - it is closed so you'll have to got to the Facebook group and ask to join - no biggie. Once in the group you can see posts and ask whatever questions you have , much like here but everyone is in wa/Perth AGWA has meetings once a month and these are at the Ballajura until the end of the year and then we're moving to Bassendean. Bit far from man duras but if you're up in Perth on the night you might like to come along - membership is free
Maybe I see you around
