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Old 22-02-2007, 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by astroron View Post
The Flinders Rangers in South Australia were on the list for the AAT but where just pipped by Sidings Spring Mountain.
If I had lots of money that's where I would be.

I understand that Coonabrabran was chosen not so much for its having pristine dark skies (it doesn't) but for having dark skies convenient to a major city, as it is only a few hundred kms from Sydney.

Outback SA was possibly considered for the same reason, ie it is reasonably proximate to Adelaide, in terms of only being a few hours drive. I understand that it is a lot darker than the Warumbungles.
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