New Zealand Almanac 2009 and the International Year of Astronomy
New Zealand Almanac 2009 and the International Year of Astronomy 1, Message from Richard Hall Phoenix Society Thanks Edwin New Zealand Almanac 2009 and the International Year of Astronomy As you will know 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy and, as part of New Zealand's contribution to this, the Royal Society will be using 'Almanac 2009' as a leading publication. So Almanac 2009 will be a very special issue and probably larger than normal. It will include all of its current features plus the following:- 1) The calendar grid will notify all special events put on for the public by astronomical societies and institutions around the country. This will include all conventions, conferences, observatory open days, special observing programs, and special presentations put on for the public. 2) The Almanac will include a map of New Zealand identifying the location of every astronomical society or institution in the country along with a contact person/s and phone numbers