All astronomy-related entities – whether school-based, youth-led, community-driven, or formally constituted – are cordially invited to register. The directory which will be hosted on BruneiAstronomy domain welcomes submissions from active, inactive, or newly formed groups, acknowledging that every contribution plays a meaningful role in fostering scientific curiosity and public engagement.

The objectives of this initiative include:

• Consolidating information on astronomy clubs and groups nationwide
• Facilitating collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders
• Promoting Brunei’s astronomical heritage and outreach efforts

Groups are encouraged to submit their details via the official online form available at www.bruneiastronomy.org/club

By contributing to this directory, clubs and groups will be part of a collective effort to strengthen Brunei’s astronomy ecosystem, enhance visibility, and inspire future generations of stargazers.

For further information or assistance, please contact the Secretary-General at pabd@bruneiastronomy.org.

 Stargazing at Jerudong Park! 

Join us for Sidewalk Astronomy from July 10–12, 2025 from 5.30 p.m. until 10.30 p.m. at Jerudong Park Food Court.

Peer through 8-inch reflectors and smart telescopes as we explore the Full Moon, dazzling star clusters, and more.

Meet passionate PABD amateur astronomers ready to guide you through celestial sights and answer your cosmic questions.

 Event is subject to weather conditions.

Follow us @bruneiastronomy for real-time updates and night-by-night alerts!

Join at Taman Rekreasi Kampong Sungai Mau, Belait (Google Map location) for 2 nights from 5 pm until 10 pm (subject to weather).

This program is free and open to the general public with no reservation required.

Highlights of the observation are brightest “Evening Star” Venus, the Jewel of the Solar System Saturn and the Giant Planet Jupiter. This is also an opportunity to look for the spectacular view of our Milky Way Galaxy from a rural area in Brunei Darussalam.

The event is jointly coorganied by Bukit Sawat Village Council and the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam.

In order to make astrotourism more accessible, researchers working between the University of Namibia and the University of Oxford have come together to develop an introductory course which will be run via Zoom, free of charge. The course will consist of five, 1.5-hour sessions, and will be delivered on Tuesdays at 4pm CAT (UTC+2) on the following dates:

24th August (16:00-17:30 CAT / 22:00-23:30 Brunei Time) – Introduction to astronomy
31st August (16:00-17:30 CAT / 22:00-23:30 Brunei Time) – Astronomy facilities and research in Southern Africa
7th Sept (16:00-17:30 CAT / 22:00-23:30 Brunei Time) – Astronomy for development and astrotourism
14th Sept (16:00-17:30 CAT / 22:00-23:30 Brunei Time) – Stargazing and indigenous astronomy in Namibia
21st Sept (16:00-17:30 CAT / 22:00-23:30 Brunei Time ) – Light pollution and dark skies for sustainable development

This course serves as an introduction to several relevant topics relating to astrotourism, and sessions 2 and 4 will largely be in the context of Namibia. No prior knowledge is needed to take part in this course, and where possible we will share additional resources where you can learn in more depth. This course is not officially accredited, and cannot be used as credits towards other programmes. All sessions will be recorded, and material (PDFs and slides) will be made freely available to participants afterwards.

If you are interested in taking part, complete this registration form by Wednesday 18th August; our capacity is 300 participants. Here https://forms.gle/c6okSDfttXCvLmTo8

The information you provide in this form will be used for the sole purpose of contacting you about the course, and for understanding the demographics of those taking part. Your personal information will not be shared in any way and if you agree, will be kept for evaluation purposes for one year. Otherwise, it will be deleted after the course has been completed.

The course will be delivered by: Dr Hannah Dalgleish (University of Namibia, University of Oxford); Dr Meghan Hughes (University of Oxford). And was prepared with the additional help from: Dr Getachew Mengistie (University of Namibia). This project is led by Prof. Garret Cotter (University of Oxford), Dr Michael Backes (University of Namibia) and Dr Eli Kasai (University of Namibia), and has been funded by the Global Challenges Research Fund (ST/S002952/1) and Exeter College, Oxford in the UK.

• IAU OAO NOC Brunei Darussalam

PABD will give a presentation about what to expect with the eclipse, why solar eclipses are so rare and spectacular to see, where should you be in this region to view the eclipse for its annularity and what the view will be like in Brunei Darussalam. Safe viewing and photography tips will also be discussed, and the PABD will also hand out special glasses for viewing the eclipse (limited to only the first 30 group of family/individual at the talk).

If you are curious about the cosmos of many mysteries, then the second presentation by PABD will explain one of the universe’s unsolved mysteries – Dark Matter.

Astronomy enthusiasts, Members of the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam and general public are welcome to join, and registration of the event since the space is limited via www.bruneiastronomy.org/spacetalk

Programme (tentative):

Synopsis:

1. Astronomy Talk 1: Chasing the Moon Shadow of 2019 Solar Eclipse (1 hour) – Why you need to watch the upcoming December 26, 2019, Annular Solar Eclipse? The talk will cover the historical significances of eclipses, frequency of solar eclipse in Brunei Darussalam and viewing safely phenomenon. The Secretary-General of the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam will present an informal overview of the eclipse and take questions from the participants.
2. Astronomy Talk 2: Understanding the Dark Universe (1 hour) – A brief exploration of the origin story of dark matter and dark energy, and how our understanding has evolved in an attempt to uncover the identity and behavior of what seems to be dominating our universe.

On the evening of Nov 10, 2010, PABD was invited to give an astronomy talk and organising a stargazing at the Mahad Islam Brunei College in Tutong.

Attended at the event were Pg Shahdani (Vice Secretary), Md Azri (Exco) and Dyg Salmah (ExCo). The event was also supported by the Survey Deparment of Brunei.

Sidewalk Astronomy at the Yayasan Complex, BSB in July 2008.

Bandar Seri Begawan – With a bit of luck on the weather, PABD had managed to organise a sidewalk astronomy at the Yayasan SHHB in the capital on the evening of July 22.

It had attracted many passing-by night market buyers. The excellent weather condition had made viewing Jupiter a breath-taking experience for many visitors.

“I thought that bright star is an artificial satellite.” said one of the visitor who now had witnessed the giant planet. Along side of Jupiter were the four major satellites or moons which was clearly visible through a 100mm Orion reflector telescope.

Present at the event was PABD’s Vice President, Ustaz Hj Johar bin Mohammad. The sidewalk astronomy will continue on every clear evening until 31st July 2008.

2007 Dec 23 Sidewalk Astronomy

Photos taken at the Sidewalk Astronomy at the Yayasan SHHB on the last day 23rd December 2007.

For the first time ever in Brunei, the Astronomical Society with the Survey Department organised first Astronomy Day on 21 April 2007 at the Taman Hj Sir Muda Omar Ali Saifuddien, BSB.