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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 2 MIN

Inside ScienceWorks' immersive planetarium experience

from Sunrise · host LiSTNR

ScienceWorks Planetarium in Melbourne features a 16-metre dome with 7.6 surround sound, offering visitors immersive astronomical experiences including views of constellations, planets, and the night sky without light pollution. The planetarium shows approximately 2,500 stars and 88 constellations used by astronomers to map the sky, with sessions typically combining a show with a 15-minute 'what's in the sky tonight' presentation. The custom-built reclining seats allow audiences to comfortably view projections of the sun, Melbourne from above, and journeys to the moon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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