Vaious news sources are now announcing a return of la Nina, or as we in the Eastern States would refer to as cloudy, non astro friendly.
Only 2-3 weeks ago neutral conditions were prevalent, however things appear to be changing and quickly.
http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/product.../ensodisc.html
The last 12 months have really been woeful as far as clear skies go, it seems a trend that will continue. Particularly where I live south of the great divide.
For queenslanders that means cyclones, more flooding, perhaps Perth might become the new astro centre, clear skies for months on end.