The last year has been a particularly busy one for keen space watchers.
The Aurora Australis has been unusually visible, we've had solar storms threatening our navigation systems, and a rare solar eclipse swept across North America.
For this reason, Otago Museum director and astronomer Ian Griffin has been a regular voice on RNZ's airwaves, keeping us updated on the best times to view these phenomena, and explaining the science behind it all.
Back down to earth, he's in our Christchurch studio today to take us on a virtual tour of his favourite spots in Aotearoa.
Ian Griffin Photo: Supplied
Ian's playlist:
- Open Your Eyes - Snow Patrol
- Submarine Bells (Chills cover) - Anthonie Tonnon
- Walking on Sunshine - Katrina and the Waves
