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The RASNZ holds an annual conference, generally hosted by one of the affiliated societies. The conference is open to non-members. A wide range of papers are presented during the conference and often symposiums related to the RASNZ's sections are held in conjunction with the conference. The SWAPA
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RASNZ coordinates a number of sections (groups of people who share a common interest) including the
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The society was founded in 1920 as the New
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The Murray Geddes Prize is generally awarded annually in recognition of contributions to astronomy in New
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Membership of the society is open to anyone interested in astronomy including affiliated societies such as the
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