Maurice Gavin has imaged a new nova in Aquila.

Discovered by Nishiyama and Kabashima in Japan. Coordinates: 19:14:09.73 +15:16:34.7 (equinox 2000.0),  and visual magnitude about 11 to 11.5.

Maurice's image taken on 2009 December 15.

Ron Arbour has added to his supernova discovery tally on 2009/12/06.750 with a Mag. 16.3 Type II supernova in IC 65.

The BAA Handbook, "Observing Guide To The Sun" is now available for purchase.

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On November 3 and 4 Tom Boles added another supernova discovery - 2009kp - to extend his tally to 127.

A 'bright' supernova at magnitude 15.1 in NGC 6246

A brief report and many photographs of the Exhibition Meeting can now be viewed on the Exhibition Meeting website:

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A longer video showing the opening ceremony, the presentation of the awards, and various clips throughout the day is now available in the Members Only area of this website.