Introduction
The Murchison Observatory Support Facility (MSF) is the office for the ATNF in Geraldton, WA, situated on the grounds of the Geraldton University Centre (GUC). It is a support hub for CSIRO’s ASKAP telescope and other international projects underway at the Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara, our Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, some 305km inland. Our technical staff regularly spend time at the ASKAP site, staying in the Boolardy Accommodation Facility.
With a population of 27,420, the City of Geraldton it is the fourth largest in Western Australia. It is located approximately 420 kilometres (approx 5.5 hrs drive) north of Perth on the Brand Highway. Alternatively, there are flights to Geraldton from Perth multiple times daily, the flight time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Geraldton is one of Western Australia’s popular tourist destinations due to its high annual average of warm sunny days (it is known as Sun City) and its idyllic beach and coastal location. Geraldton is an important centre for mining, fishing, farming and tourism.
Directions to our facility
The support facility is located within the Geraldton Universities Centre complex, at 33 Onslow Street, Geraldton. Location on Google Maps.
- The nearest cross street is Shenton Street, which intersects the Brand Highway and Cathedral Avenue.
- Follow the signs towards the Regional Hospital.
- Turn between the Lighthouse Church and the Geraldton Regional Hospital.
Site Information
All visitors are required to sign in at reception. Operating hours for this facility are strictly between 08:00 and 17:00.
Contact Details
CSIRO, 33 Onslow Street, Geraldton WA 6530
Phone: +61 08 9923 7700