A recent development by a neighbour has pretty much put an end to my backyard observing (6 Kms west of Sydney).
The neighbour to the rear of me built a garage about 18 months ago, not a problem in itself, but about 2 weeks ago, he decided that a light was necessary to illuminate the 1 metre or so between the garage and my fence.
I've now idea why this was necessary as there is no door through the back of the garage nor is there anything stored there.
Perhaps he decided that I'm a shifty looking character as I spend time in the backyard with binoculars.
On a brighter note, I was recently in Tasmania, about 40 Kms south of Hobart and the skies were magnificent!
Pity baggage restrictions prevented me from taking my binoculars with me
