Dimitri is a French-Australian astronomer with a PhD in Astrophysics and Astronomy and a TEDx Speaker, with more than 1000 stargazing tours under his belt (Sydney Observatory, Emirates One & Only Wolgan Valley). He is also an Adjunct Fellow at Western Sydney University, focusing on Cultural Astronomy and collaborating with Aboriginal communities to help recover traditional astronomy. Dimitri also a Dark Sky advocate and is obsessed with the relationship that humans have with the sky from a cognitive, scientific and cultural standpoint.
www.dimitridouchin.com

John has been a passionate amateur astronomer since 1971. In 2009 John compiled a 600 target Southern Skies observing list, which has been endorsed by the World Wide Astronomical League. John has also been one of the Core Volunteers for the Bi Annual Ozsky Star Safari, which hosts visiting overseas astronomers, for the past 20 years. John has also been involved with Astronomy Education with numerous schools for a long period of time. Professionally John is a Certified Practising Accountant. In his spare time John is a keen fisherman and loves getting out in his Boat and fishing the closer off shore reefs.

Hannah has recently moved over from Aotearoa, New Zealand to Jervis Bay to continue her stargazing tour guiding career, getting to share her love of astrophysics with people. With a degree in physics, she is able to break down big picture concepts for everyone to understand while blowing peoples minds at the same time. She focusses on Maori and Indigenous Astronomy weaving indigenous knowledge of the night sky into her tours alongside the science. Outside of work loves swimming, hiking, astrophotography and reading old sci-fi books.

Cody is a local spiritual teacher who grew up in Jervis Bay. He is fascinated by humanity's connection with the Earth and the stars. Cody enjoys passing on his excitement, awe and wonder for the natural world with our amazing stagazing guests.

For years I have worked as a visual artist, animator and taught drum rhythms in beautiful Jervis Bay. The bay’s landscapes inspire me to capture fleeting natural moments in my art. I’m delighted to help you capture the slow, ancient dance of stars across the celestial canvas of our wonderful southern sky.

Caroline, the Managing Director—and Dimitri’s fiancée, is passionate about creating joyful moments for their guests. She is in charge of the Ground Operations: from PR, digital marketing, customer service, partnerships with local businesses to create bespoke events that sparkle stars in their guests eyes. She can be found never far from the sea, enjoys sound baths and reading French novels.

Jenny is originally from the Philippines. She is a proud owner of a 6-month old Labrador named Kenji. In her free time, she enjoys watching Korean dramas. One of her favorite dishes is Sisig, and she often enjoys fruit teas to stay refreshed in the warm Philippine climate.