What is the best time to see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower 2025? Where and how can I see it in Australia?

This display caused by Earth passing through debris from Halley's Comet will peak this week and be most visible on Wednesday - but only if you're up before dawn

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Stargazers and early risers are in for a stellar show this week, with one of the biggest meteor showers in the southern hemisphere due to light up the skies.

The meteors - called the Eta Aquariids - pass through the atmosphere every year, but 2025 is due to be particularly luminous as the moon won't be visible when they arrive.