Star charts and calendars. Free apps and websites that tell you what's in the sky above. These are some of Stardome's favourites:

Stellarium – shows a realistic star map on your phone
Celestia Space – 3D space simulator
Starwalk – real time interactive star map
In-the-sky.org – calendar of astronomical events 

Matariki / Māori New Year. When is Matariki? The Matariki star cluster is visible all year except in May. The reappearance of the Matariki stars signals the beginning of the Māori New Year. However, not all iwi celebrate at the same time. 

Find out more about Matariki with Professor Rangi Matamua. 

Maramataka and phases of the Moon. The maramataka is a traditional Māori lunar-stellar system based on the movements and phases of te Marama (the Moon) and ngā whetū (stars). Find out how it helps us understand our environment.

When is the next solar eclipse? Find out when and where you can see a solar eclipse at space.com

Misconceptions about the Moon: A significant part of our nightscape, the Moon has been the subject of myths, alternative conceptions and conspiracies for decades. Get the facts on our beautiful natural satellite here. 

Spaced Out! A fortnightly radio segment broadcast on 95bFM with astronomy educator and astrophotographer Josh Aoraki with the latest in space science happenings. Listen to episodes here.

Got a question? You can ask a Stardome astronomer anything about astronomy or space. Just drop us a message on Instagram or Facebook, or email us here