Under the Milky Way

Season 1

Siding Springs Observatory is in danger of closing and resident astronomer Helene McKenzie is the only thing standing in the way. Battling an inept local council and with a ragtag bunch of colleagues, her fight is set to be an uphill one.

Where to Watch Season 1

6 Episodes

1,000 Light Years Thick
E1
1,000 Light Years ThickThe Siding Spring Observatory is in danger of being shut down and resident astronomer Helene McKenzie is the only thing standing in the way. Battling an inept local council and hindered by a ragtag bunch of colleagues, her fight is set to be an uphill one.
Welcome to Leithybarabran
E2
Welcome to LeithybarabranA rock legend arrives in town to perform at a benefit organised by Mayor Barnham. The opening of the Red Skies observatory looms whilst Helene's affections continue to grow for interstate colleague Simon Redding.
Finding a Needle in a Really Small Haystack
E3
Finding a Needle in a Really Small HaystackWhen speed dating comes to Coonabarabran, Helene decides to attend. Still unable to get her mind off the closure of Siding Springs, an unexpected encounter with her rival leads to a late night confrontation and a surprisingly good night.
The Trouble with Harry
E4
The Trouble with HarryAs the townsfolk of Coonabarabran prepare for the big fancy dress party, Steve is approached to betray his friends at Siding Spring Observatory and he struggles with the decision. Meanwhile, Helene and Mike's relationship blossoms as Simon regrets not making his feelings known sooner.
Chasing Ghosts
E5
Chasing GhostsWith Helene and Simon down in Tasmania in search of Harry's discovery, Bill, Steve and Halle are back in Coonabarabran doing what they can to try to catch Leslie and Mike red-handed. But they're all running out of time.
Saving Siding Spring
E6
Saving Siding SpringWith the Skymapper in disrepair and the Minister on Siding Spring's doorstep, all looks lost for the team at Siding Spring Observatory.