Jupiter and Saturn will line up on the 21st of December, doing so for the first time in almost 800 years.
This event, known as the great conjunction, will be able to be seen easily with even a small telescope or the bare eye for those with good eyesight, meaning the rare astronomical event will be witnessed and recorded by many.
USQ astrophysicist professor Jonti Horner has stated that even though this event last occurred in 1226, after December 21st it would next occur in 2080, meaning many will have the opportunity to see the rare event twice in their lifetime.