Following is a list of mobile planetariums. These facilities cater to the public with tours and/or displays. Information is subject to change.
Note: The places listed here may be affected by pandemic restrictions. See their websites or contact for details.
| State | Area | Facility |
| New South Wales | Sydney | Macquarie University Mobile Planetarium |
| Sydney | Skyworks Planetarium | |
| Queensland | FNQ | Night Sky Secrets Planetarium |
| SE Qld | Starlab Education |
Macquarie University Mobile Planetarium
Their planetarium projector system and portable dome is available, by arrangement, for groups of up to 35 people per session. The planetarium simulates the night sky. You will take a tour of the local Solar System and peer into the depths of our Galaxy and beyond. Presentations can be tailored to the interests and age of your groups, see the website for details.
Address: Association for Astronomy, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Macquarie University NSW 2109Contact:
Web: www.mq.edu.au/faculty-of-science-and-engineering/departments-and-schools/school-of-mathematical-and-physical-sciences/engage-with-us/planetarium
Web: www.eventbrite.com.au/o/association-for-astronomy-macquarie-university-1947206697
Facebook: www.facebook.com/macquarieastronomy
Instagram: www.instagram.com/associationforastronomy
Twitter: twitter.com/MacAstronomy
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Skyworks Planetarium
Skyworks Planetarium is a multi-award winning travelling educational resource employing the use of a STARLAB Portable Planetarium to visit schools, libraries, vacation care centres and university open nights. Since starting in 2000, they have visited over 750 schools in greater Sydney. Programs are curriculum based to suit years K – 12.
Contact: Geoff and Diana Zenner 0419 112 899Web: www.skyworks.net.au
Facebook: facebook.com/skyworksplanetarium
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Night Sky Secrets Planetarium
Night Sky Secrets operate a Cosmodome Planetarium in North & Far North Queensland. They conduct both 3D Surround movies and Classic Planetarium presentations in schools, museums and events across Northern Queensland.
Contact: 1 300 843 759Web: www.nightskysecrets.com.au/planetarium/
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Starlab Education
Starlab Education provides astronomy and earth science presentations throughout Queensland. Fully trained presenters visit your school or venue with a ‘Cosmodome Science Theatre and Planetarium’ to provide educational programs tailored to suit your level of interest and understanding.
Address: PO Box 1656, Noosaville BC QLD 4566Contact: Paul Tickner 0417 394 354
Web: www.starlab.net.au
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