Matariki Research Observatory
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Matariki Research Observatory is the home observatory for the Phoenix Astronomical Society (PAS), Wairarapa, New Zealand. It incorporates the Nankivell Observatory.
The primary instrument is a 0.6m Cassegrain optical telescope, designed, constructed and funded by donations from PAS members.
The Nankivell Observatory houses an 8" Schmidt Camera with a 6" guide refractor built by the late Gary Nankivell.
