A favourite yearly publication and almanac for Australians is the Astronomy Yearbook, and like clockwork, the 2012 version is now available for sale.

Astronomy 2012 Australia is an astronomy yearbook produced by Quasar Publishing (Glenn Dawes, Peter Northfield and Ken Wallace). It's a must-have yearly almanac with tonnes of info about observing the night sky during 2012. It contains star charts and other ephemeris, dates and details of important astro events during the year and much more.

In addition to the usual features, this year’s book includes information and articles about the rare Transit of Venus, and the Total Solar Eclipse.

The yearbook has been designed for anyone who looks at the night sky whether they are using just their eyes, a pair of binoculars or a telescope. The book has something for everyone from the basic novice up to the advanced amateur astronomer. This includes those with a casual interest who might just want to know, "what is that bright star next to the Moon?"

IceInSpace has organised a bulk order of the Astronomy 2012 Yearbook, and you can now order your copy online for only $27 each which includes postage to your door (within Australia). You will receive a 10% discount if you order 2 or 3 yearbooks in the same order.

IceInSpace AstroCamp 2011

The IceInSpace AstroCamp is now just over 2 weeks away! I'm really looking forward to catching up with friends and other members that we usually only interact with online - and making a bunch of new friends too.

It's never too late to register for the camp. Fill in the booking form online at the IceInSpace AstroCamp 2011 Info Page.

Keep your fingers crossed for fine weather and clear skies, and I look forward to seeing you there!