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From: Gary McGath <garym@mcgath.com>
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Subject: Worldcons and eclipses
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:17:11 -0400
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The Brisbane in 2028 bid is considering changing its dates from August 
24-28 to July 27-31.

https://bsky.app/profile/brisbanein28.bsky.social/post/3kxzq73m4pc2i

The reason for this is a total solar eclipse which will happen over 
Australia on July 22. The change would make it more practical for 
visitors to Australia to witness the eclipse and attend the con.

Brisbane is off the path of totality by several hundred kilometers. This 
means people will have to travel if they want to see the total eclipse, 
but it also means the area of the con shouldn't be too swamped by 
eclipse tourists.

-- 
Gary McGath    http://www.mcgath.com