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The coming generation of Extremely Large Telescopes (ELTs – telescopes with main mirrors from 20 metres up to 100 metres across) represent the future horizon for optical and infrared astronomy. The purpose of the ELT roadmap is to provide a plan for the next steps towards Australian involvement in an ELT. It includes a review of the critical issues for such involvement, a summary of the case for ELTs and an overview of the international landscape of ELT projects and Australia’s options for involvement. The critical element of the roadmap is the description of the work that is required to inform Australian decisions and position us to play a significant role in the next generation of these front-line astronomical facilities.
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