The AST provides observing facilities for members, educational lectures for members and the public, and we assist members and the public in selecting, using telescopes and accessories.

The AST maintains liaisons with interstate and international groups, participates in national conventions, and contributes to international observing programmes. Individual and group projects are encouraged, and the Society provides a forum for the presentation of observations and results and the sharing of ideas at a wide variety of levels.

Full Membership of the AST offers you the following privileges:

• Annual Subscription to Australian Sky & Telescope Magazine
• A copy of the Society's bi-monthly Bulletin.
• Access to the Society's observatories and telescopes at the Canopus Hill Observatory site.
• Lending rights at the Society's library.
• The opportunity to participate in Society events and projects.
• Voting rights at the Society's AGM.
• Discounts on selected astronomical publications available through the Society.
• Entitlement to join the various AST special interest Sections.

The Bulletin contains Society news and details forthcoming events.

Members may borrow Books, Journals, Software, Slides, Posters and Videos from the Society's library.

AST Brochure
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AST Membership Subscription Rates and Application Form

Membership application forms and further information can also be obtained from:

The Secretary
The Astronomical Society of Tasmania Inc.
GPO Box 1654
Hobart 7001
Tasmania, Australia