General Manager
Andrew Buckingham
Andrew has an extensive career in public outreach astronomy and loves teaching people the night sky. He has developed a considerable knowledge of telescopes, binoculars and astronomical equipment. He regularly visits our supplier’s factories to keep up to date on products and ensure quality.
Prior to Astronz, Andrew led the public programmes at Stardome Observatory.
Andrew is a long term member of the Auckland Astronomical Society and the International Planetarium Society
Operations Officer
Steve Dean
Steve is our resident astrophotographer, with many years of imaging solar system and deep sky objects under his belt, Steve has become our go-to in the world of astrophotography.
He’s well-acquainted with the ins and outs of Astronz gear being a regular user of a wide range of equipment. Steve leads our technical side and is happy to give advice on the world of astrophotography.
Operations Officer
Hannah Ralph
Hannah is an avid Astronomer and is currently in her final year of her Master of Science in Astrophysics. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics at Auckland University of Technology, and majored in Radio Astronomy & Physics. When her studies are finished, Hannah is keen on researching exoplanets through Radio Astronomy.