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VISITOR INFORMATION

OPEN DAY AND NIGHT BY APPOINTMENT

PHONE (07) 5533 5200 (Springbrook Homestead)
Book at 5.30pm for night viewing to check weather conditions.
Viewing time approximately 45 min.

Cost: Adults $10.00
Children $5.00
Family 2 Adults 2 children $25.00
Groups of 20 or more $5.00pp

HOW TO FIND US

Exit off highway through Mudgeeraba and follow the Springbrook signs for 23 klm (approx 20min) till you see the Springbrook Homestead (restaurant) sign. Next on the left is Springbrook School, and the next driveway is the Observatory.
You can also go via Nerang on the Murwillumbah Road. Through Nerang until you pass over the Nerang River, then a turnoff on the left to Springbrook. Follow the road to the T junction and turn right to Springbrook.

ASTRO INN
FOR ASTROPHOTOGRAPHERS


We welcome Astrophotographers from all Countries to stay at Springbrook, and take advantage of the dark skies. Your equipment can be piggybacked on the robotic telescopes available.
There is self contained accommodation very close to the Observatory, and Springbrook is only 45 min. drive from Surfers Paradise.

Web sites of suitable accommodation:
www.selfhelpretreat.com.au
www.lyrebirdoutlook.com.au
www.smchalets.com.au

The Observatory is available from Dusk to Dawn. A computer office attached to the Observatory is air-conditioned for cold nights. Tea and coffee making facilities are available. Meals are available at Springbrook Homestead.
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