Astronomy 2009 is by far the best book to tell you what's up at any time of the year, anywhere in Australia This yearbook is designed for anyone who looks up at the night sky. Whether using your unaided eye, a pair of binoculars or a telescope. Astronomy 2009 has something for everyone - from the novice up to the advanced amateur astronomer. Have you ever wanted to be able to find the planets in the night sky or wondered What is that bright star next to the Moon? - Astronomy 2009 will tell you. The book is divided into 3 parts so you can easily find the information you need. - Part I is a general quick reference for those wishing to see which planets are up and when to observe them. This section is ideal for those just starting their exploration of the night sky. Sky View diagrams are an easy way to spot the planets and see the constellations while the All Sky Maps will allow you to cover the entire night sky visible from the Southern Hemisphere. - Part II leans more heavily towards the needs of the seasoned amateur with detailed information about the Solar System. Rise and set times, information about eclipses, occultations, transits, Jupiter's moon events, Pluto finder charts, minor planet positions, comets and meteor showers. - Part III, the appendices, includes sections on astronomical places of interest and amateur societies, ideal for the beginner. Quasar Publishing has been producing these annual publications since 1991 - written by Australians for Australians.