Hi Jeremy,
Take a look at this link that I've compiled- these objects should look awesome through your telescope. Some of them won't be in the sky right now (most are), but might be an idea to hang on to this list for when they are.
Easy & Beautiful Targets for Binoculars.
And perhaps try your hand at the "Easy" section in this thread?
Suzy's Observing Targets: July/August 2012.
Go for a cruise through Crux and Carina- plenty to see there for your size scope. A few gorgeous clusters in that area come to mind that aren't mentioned in the above links:
Pearl Cluster- NGC 3766 - Centaurus
Gem Cluster- NGC 3293 - Carina
Wishing Well Cluster- 3532 - Carina
Try your your hand at
The Spiral Planetary Nebula in Musca- NGC 5189. You may be able to see the bright "S" shape in the nebula.
As for what's in the sky at the moment, take a look at this great page:
Southern Sky Watch
Enjoy!
