Are you excited for the Lunar Eclipse tonight? If the clouds part tonight you’ll witness the Moon temporarily vanishing for the first of two lunar eclipses this year.
You can also watch David Britten, Stardome astronomy educator talk to Seven Sharp, Breakfast and Firstline at the links below.
Tonight’s lunar eclipse perfect for kids
TV3 News, Tuesday April 15, 2014
TVNZ – Breakfast, Tuesday April 15, 2014
TVNZ – Seven Sharp, Monday April 14, 2014
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