{"id":115252,"date":"2026-05-03T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/tweedcoasttimes\/?p=115252"},"modified":"2026-05-05T21:53:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T11:53:34","slug":"new-observatory-to-draw-stargazers-to-northern-rivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/tweedcoasttimes\/news\/new-observatory-to-draw-stargazers-to-northern-rivers\/","title":{"rendered":"New observatory to draw stargazers to Northern Rivers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A NEW observatory in the Northern Rivers is expected to attract stargazers and boost regional tourism.<\/p>\n<p>Perched atop the Richmond Range, the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout is being positioned as a destination for dark sky tourism, offering visitors a high-altitude vantage point.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_115361\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-115361\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-115361\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/observatory2-1024x681-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"The armillary-inspired steel and concrete structure at the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout on the Richmond Range, designed to frame the Milky Way overhead. Photo: SUPPLIED\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/observatory2-1024x681-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/observatory2-1024x681-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/observatory2-1024x681-1-272x182.jpg 272w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/observatory2-1024x681-1.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-115361\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The armillary-inspired steel and concrete structure at the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout on the Richmond Range, designed to frame the Milky Way overhead. Photo: supplied.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The site sits on a latitude where the centre of the Milky Way passes directly overhead each day, creating what proponents say is a unique viewing experience.<\/p>\n<p>The observatory was designed by award-winning architecture firm Terroir and features an armillary-style sphere constructed from galvanised steel and pre-cast concrete.<\/p>\n<p>Its design has attracted international attention, earning a shortlist placing at the World Architecture Festival.<\/p>\n<p>The project was delivered at a cost of $3.33 million, including $2.067 million from the NSW Government\u2019s Regional Tourism Activation Fund and $1.267 million from Kyogle Council.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_125135\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-125135\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-125135\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/05\/greg-rakozy-oMpAz-DN_15994.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-125135\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Perched atop the Richmond Range, the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout is being positioned as a flagship destination for dark sky tourism, offering visitors a rare astronomical vantage point. Photo: Greg Rakozy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Minister for regional NSW Tara Moriarty said the development highlights investment in regional infrastructure and tourism.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Northern Rivers has a new star in its tourism crown with the official opening of the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout,&#8221; she said.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;By investing in unique landmarks like this, the NSW Government is ensuring our regional communities have the world-class infrastructure they need to thrive.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhether you are a local or a visitor, standing beneath the centre of the Milky Way at this award-winning facility is a powerful reminder of the innovation and beauty found in our regional backyard.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_115364\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-115364\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-115364 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/Mallanganee-Lookout-768x1024.jpeg?_t=1777981888\" alt=\"The night sky as seen from within the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout, where the structure frames the Milky Way overhead. Photo: supplied.\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/Mallanganee-Lookout-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/Mallanganee-Lookout-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/Mallanganee-Lookout-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/Mallanganee-Lookout-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/05\/Mallanganee-Lookout-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-115364\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The night sky as seen from within the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout, where the structure frames the Milky Way overhead. Photo: supplied.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Minister for the north coast and member for Lismore Janelle Saffin said the project had long been recognised for its tourism potential.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I backed this exciting project from the start, appreciating its destination tourism potential for the Kyogle community and the broader region,&#8221; she said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNo other outlook in the world can claim this unique positioning, underneath the centre of the Milky Way &#8211; this truly puts Mallanganee on the global tourism map.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are transforming this unique natural asset into a reliable economic engine &#8211; one that drives year-round foot traffic and sustains permanent local employment for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The observatory is expected to support nature-based tourism and encourage longer visitor stays across the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A NEW observatory in the Northern Rivers is expected to attract stargazers and boost regional tourism. 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