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Originally Posted by Nebs
Can anyone suggest some good, dark observational spots in Melbourne?............
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Sadly, no! Now you can find places without any direct lights in view, BUT the skyglow is somewhere from severe to significant, anywhere within 50km of the outskirts!
As you seem to have discovered, security can also be a significant concern.
If you want to stay within 40-50km , then you have to put the city on the opposite side to where you want to do your viewing that evening. So you really need to identify a few sites, N, S, E and W.
If you do get 50km away and get away from main roads, you can locate suitable places. There is one commercial venue and there are some club sites available.
To really enjoy the stars, you really need to drive for about an hour from the outskirts.
PM me if you want some of my humble suggestions.
Maybe others will feel I'm being too harsh on Melbourne
