An incredibly rare astronomical phenomenon is taking place in our sky right now, you just can't see it - yet.

The rare interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS is currently passing by Earth and though its proximity to the sun has rendered it invisible for the moment, that will change next month.

But, even then, only a select number of Australians with the right equipment will be able to see the comet in all its glory.

Here's everything to know about our interstellar visitor, including how and when to see it from Australia.

What is Comet 3I/ATLAS?

Comet 3I/ATLAS is something special, as it's just the third known object that has entered our solar system from somewhere else entirely.

A rare interstellar comet, it was first spotted by a team of astronomers from Rio Hurtado, Chile back on Ju

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