Hi all

It's only just over a day until the Total Lunar Eclipse, which starts at approximately 6pm AEST (Penumbral Phase). It's worth remembering that the penumbral phase is quite difficult to observe, and you may not notice any change in brightness until the Partial phase begins - just before 7pm AEST. So don't give up!

It's very positive to hear of many groups getting together to observe the eclipse, including scout groups, kayakers, etc. It's a great chance to get outside with your family and friends and observe a fairly rare event. The next Total Lunar Eclipse visible for Australians isn't until December 2010!

I'd like to take this opportunity to welcome all of the new IceInSpace members who have found us while searching for information on the eclipse. We hope you enjoy your stay at IceInSpace, and find the information useful. IceInSpace has a lot to offer if you're interested in space and astronomy, the night sky and buying a telescope. So we hope you come back and visit often and don't hesitate to ask any questions.

For guests, if you take the time to register with IceInSpace and enter your coordinates and time zone, you'll get personalised information about the eclipse in the eclipse pane in the left column, including the time and altitude at each stage of the Eclipse. You'll also get personalised information about moon and sun rise and set times at the Moon Phase page, and much more.

Registration is free and easy, and only takes 30 seconds.

Good luck with observing and photographing the eclipse tomorrow, and keep an eye on IceInSpace for all the images that will start appearing following the eclipse.

Thanks