GALLERY
Explore our carefully curated image galleries showcasing the Aurora and other celestial phenomena in our local area. By actively participating in the reduction of light pollution and preserving our night sky, you contribute to ensuring the continued visibility of these extraordinary wonders. Your commitment makes a lasting impact on our ability to witness and appreciate the beauty of the cosmos.
All astronomy images copyright Brian Boyle, Antimony Observatory, Gibbston.
The Statue of Liberty Nebula
A popular nickname is "The Statue of Liberty Nebula" because of the distinctive shape in the middle of the nebula.
Scopius
The Remarkables with Scopius region rising above them in autumn.
Pylonhenge
The full moon rising behind the power pylon on Nevis Bluff, as seen from Antimony vineyard, Gibbston.
Aurora
A beautiful red aurora over Mt Rosa Lodge, with the golden zodical light captured from Antimony in October 2023.
Vela
Vela Supernova remnant, the remains of a star that exploded 12000 years ago. Passes overhead in summer.
Puaka
The sky around Piu'aka (Rigel), including the pot region of Orion.
Large Magellanic Cloud
The closest galaxy to our own, and prominent throughout the year from Kawarau Gibbston Dark Sky Park. It is 150 000 light years from us, and easily visible to the naked eye in our skies.
Dragons Egg
A star throwing off gas as part of its last stages of life.
