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CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope – The Dish – added to National Heritage List – ABC News
At nearly 60, the iconic telescope that brought the Moon just a bit closer to the world is recognised for the role it has played in Australia’s history.

One of the country’s science icons that has played a part in world history and been immortalised on the big screen is being bestowed a rare honour.
Key points:
- The telescope played a key role in the broadcast of the Moon landing in 1969
- It’s the first time an operational instrument has been listed
- The telescope was immortalised in the 2000 film The Dish
The CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope is being added to the National Heritage List in recognition of the role …
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