Paul Wild Observatory

Paul Wild Observatory is a radio astronomy research station in Narrabri equipped with large telescopes designed to observe the sky. The facility uses specialized equipment to capture and analyze radio waves from space.

The station was named after John Paul Wild, a British-Australian scientist who pioneered radio astronomy projects in Australia during the early 1960s. The facility grew into a major research center for radio astronomy in the region.

The site honors John Paul Wild, reflecting how this research station shaped Australia's standing in radio astronomy globally. Visitors experience how this work connects the remote location to scientific discoveries happening across the world.

Turn off mobile phones and Bluetooth devices during your visit to prevent interference with the sensitive telescope equipment. Bringing these devices in active form can disrupt the scientific measurements being conducted.

A sundial memorial beside the parking area honors John Paul Wild in a distinctive way. This small monument goes unnoticed by many visitors even though it provides a personal tribute to the scientist.

Location: Narrabri

Location: New South Wales

Website: https://csiro.au/en/Locations/NSW/Narrabri

GPS coordinates: -30.31400,149.56200

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48