[Star_Geezer (Ben)]

Cheers for the prompt replies fellas. Colin, I reckon that whole Melton area is a bit busy with light pollution as it has turned into Lego land for builders in the last few years.
I had never heard of Mt Samaria but just looked it up on Google maps. I could imagine that being a cracking spot Steve, with even smallish towns a bit of a drive away. I holiday in Bright a couple of times a year so will be sure to check it out!
I was wondering though if there was some good quality skies a bit closer? Maybe just an hour or so from the Essendon side of town? I find the hardest thing close to Melbourne is finding a good spot that's not someone's property or on a footy oval with the odd light and sprinklers!!