Aurora in Mosgiel and Dunedin
I went chasing the Aurora along the coastline where it was very strong and visible to the naked eye as it danced.
As well as later on in Mosgiel when it peaked again and was spectacular.
Seeing Starlinks satellites launching through the middle of the Aurora over the beach was an added bonus!
The first photo of the coastal photo, is taken at Blackhead, Dunedin
Along with the second photo where you can see the long light smudge which is Starlink's satellites.
The third with the water in the forefront is Brighton Beach, Dunedin.
The others are in Mosgiel with Saddle Hill in the background.
- Madison Murray
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I went chasing the Aurora along the coastline where it was very strong and visible to the naked eye as it danced. As well as later on in Mosgiel when it peaked again and was spectacular. Seeing Starlinks satellites launching through the middle of the Aurora over the beach was an added bonus! The first photo of the coastal photo, is taken at Blackhead, Dunedin Along with the second photo where you can see the long light smudge which is Starlink's satellites. The third with the water in the forefront is Brighton Beach, Dunedin. The others are in Mosgiel with Saddle Hill in the background. - Madison Murray
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