Thanks acropolite :-) I have been looking at the Skywatcher Star Adventurers, as there is a place up here that has them at a really good price, and my current tripod is capable of providing a steady platform for it. I did notice that a member on here has a HEQ5 Pro for sale in Brisbane, and I am considering that but wanting to read up a little more before committing to a purchase. I do see this as being something more than just a once in a few months kind of thing, so I do want something decent in quality but I do need to try and keep the cost down as I have already frustrated my wife with my spendings on camera equipment lately
