Beyond 2000: The way ahead – Mid-term review
The mid-term review of the 1996–2005 astronomy decadal plan, ‘Australian astronomy: Beyond 2000’.
In 1995, Australian astronomers prepared Australian astronomy: Beyond 2000 – a strategic plan laying out the community’s vision for the decade ahead.
The years since Beyond 2000 have seen a revolution in international astronomy, with major overseas investments in new facilities dramatically increasing competitiveness.
In the period 2001–2005, the major nations with which Australian astronomers work are planning to invest US$0.5 billion per annum in new facilities.
This review updates the priorities of Beyond 2000, so that Australian investment in astronomy leads to the greatest national benefits.
