Hi, my names Shane and Im up in Karratha in WA. I've just decided that after spending many hours just looking at the sky when camping that I want to see things a bit closer, so Im going to buy a telescope. I'm lucky up here because I dont have to drive very far at all to get complete darkness. At the moment I'm doing my homework as to what is some good equipment to buy. I will be down in Perth in November so I have plenty of time to decide what I want
. Wheres a good place to buy telescopes in perth? Is there any good website's about choosing a telescope that you recommend? What do you guys use?
Firstly I guess I'll be looking at the planets, being the closest objects to see and all. Then I wouldnt mind having a look into deeper space. I have no objection paying for quality equipment, because I dont want to be selling after realising what I brought was crap
. Lastly(I think
) whats a good star map/atlas. Anyway, I look forward to your replies.