The ATNF offers open access to our National Facility telescopes. For the ATCA, Murriyang, and the LBA the ATNF offers the unique opportunity for users to conduct their own observations with our world-class instruments.

Observing with the ATNF telescopes

An overview of how to apply for time on the ATNF facilities and how to plan and execute approved observations.

Telescope observing schedules

Links to the observing schedules for the AT Compact Array, Parkes and the LBA

Telescope User Guides

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Murriyang Users Guide

The full guide on what to do before, during, and after observing with Murriyang.

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ATCA Users Guide

The full guide on what to do before, during, and after observing with the ATCA.

Our ASKAP radio telescope at Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara, our Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory on Wajarri Country

ASKAP Users Guide

Understand ASKAP data and plan for new project proposals.

LBA Wiki

The full guide on LBA operations, correlation, and guides for telescope users.

Further information

Observer tools and information

Useful web-based tools and additional information for observers

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Data policies

Important policies governing access to and use of data from ATNF Facilities

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AT Technical memos

AT Technical Memos dating back to the 1980s, with links to separate Memo series related to ASKAP and SKA