The Aurora Australis To Dazzle The Skies Tonight — An Expert Explains How To See It

THE RUNDOWN

• The Bureau of Meteorology has issued an aurora Australis alert across the next 24-48 hours or June 5th 2026-June 6th, 2026.
• The aurora has a G2, moderate, rating and has been triggered by a coronal mass ejection.
• Astronomer Dr Laura Dreissen advises finding a dark and remote location to catch the show.
• Melbourne and Tasmania are in a prime position to take advantage of the aurora.