Wednesday night's aurora australis lit up the skies in spectacular hues of purple, blue and green.

If you missed the display , the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has confirmed there is a very high chance the southern lights will be visible again tonight.

Here's how to see them.

What is the best time to see the aurora australis tonight?

The BOM says the aurora may be seen during local night-time hours in the mid to southern parts of Australia.

It also says good observing conditions at high latitudes will improve your chances of witnessing the southern lights.

Photos from Wednesday night show the aurora could be seen soon after sunset in some regions.

When and where can I see the aurora?

As the name suggests, the further south you are, the better chance you'll have to view the sout

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