Aurora Australis: Reflections from Down Under

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The discussion centers on the rarity of witnessing the Aurora Australis from Sydney, Australia, due to its latitude of approximately 32S. A participant reminisces about their experiences observing the aurora from Dunedin, New Zealand, at a lower latitude of 46S, where sightings were more common. Another user shares their past experience living in Alaska but notes they never saw an aurora during their three years there. The conversation highlights the beauty of auroras, particularly reflections in water, and expresses a sense of nostalgia for these natural phenomena. Overall, the thread captures a shared appreciation for the aurora and the longing for its sighting in different locations.
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nice one spark

ohhhh how I so miss the Aurora ( Aurora Australis for me in the southern hemisphere)
I have beem living in Sydney, Australia for the last 13 and a half years and its extremely rare
for an aurora to be seen from this latitude ~ 32S

From my old home in Dunedin, New Zealand, 46S I used to see and photo many aurora

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nice reflection in the ocean :)

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regards
Dave
 

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Thanks Dave...I like your first shot, getting a reflection off water is always cool.

Second one is neat too.
 
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I lived in Alaska for 3 straight years. (1965-1968)

I don't remember ever seeing an aurora. :cry:

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