'Extraordinarily dark' town swaps out light bulbs to gain dark sky certification

submitted by Beep to world 229 points | 37 comments https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/winton-queensland-becomes-international-dark-sky-community/106418350 > The Queensland town of Winton has been certified as an International Dark Sky Community. > > The town has committed to managing its light pollution and installed warm bulbs in its streetlights. > Winton Shire Council and tourism operators believe the certification will attract stargazers wanting to experience the natural night sky.