Moon glows orange during eclipse

Shutterbugs across australia were ready for their moonshots.

They were among the spectators hoping to catch sight of a lunar eclipse on tuesay...

When the earth got between the sun and the moon, casting its shadow over it and turning it orange..

The entire event played out over a few hours, though it's possible to watch the replay in less time.

Eclipses happen a few times a year. Australians will get their next chance to see one on october eighth.