Object over Brisbane.. SpaceX Falcon 9?

[jashwood (Josh)]

Just about ten minutes ago I saw a bright satellite looking 'star' moving from zenith towards the south. It was moving around the same speed that the ISS moves.
It then brightened considerably with an orange glow for a few seconds and faded again. Then continued to the south and faded..

Could this have been the FalconX burning an engine? Anyone else see it?

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

That would have been the Iridium 59 satellite. It was predicted as a -8 mag flare from my position. I expect it would probably have been the same for you too.
I got the info from http://www.heavens-above.com/

It's well worth registering, plug in your co ordinates and then you'll be able to plan ahead for further passes.

[jashwood (Josh)]

Ah awesome thanks heaps! I will be keen to see the next one!