Geospatial Council of Australia

🎄 This year, we’re Mapping Out a Joyful Holiday Season! Join us as we navigate through the holidays, celebrating joy, connection, and the journey ahead. From all of us at the Geospatial Council of Australia, Happy Holidays! 🎅✨🥂 🎁 #HappyHolidays #Geospatial

The November/December edition of GeoMessage is now online! In this edition we discuss CEO Tony Wheeler's upcoming retirement (effective from May 2025), changes to the GCA Board, and next year's Locate25 and FIG - International Federation of Surveyors Working Week. We also speak to Rob Clout about how he finally became a member of GCA, what benefits geospatial technologies bring to Australian business and society, and his love of Hyrox! You can read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/gWm2wN5j 💚 Happy reading! #GeoMessage #geospatial #surveying #hydrography #GIS

On Wednesday evening we hosted our end of year celebrations across the country! It was fantastic to see so many friends and colleagues come together to reflect on the year, share stories, and enjoy a well-earned break as we head into the festive season. With no agenda or speeches, just good company and plenty of laughs, these events reminded us of the power of community and connection. 🎄✨Thank you to everyone who joined us - it was a memorable way to close out 2024! #HappyHolidays #EndofYear #geospatial

The latest edition of Position Magazine will have reached GCA full-financial members’ desks by now as part of our Member Benefits. But if you’re working remotely and can’t access it, the digital version is now online via the Member Portal: https://bit.ly/4dlIOPo Inside you’ll find all the latest geospatial news, expert predictions for 2025, plus data visualisation, barometric levelling, plans for resilient PNT and much more. As well as: ➡Rapid remote surveys — Find out how Mangoesmapping helped Revolver Resources make its Dianne copper mine more efficient, by conducting a range of surveys in weeks rather than months. ➡Annual Leaders Forum — Leading industry representatives forecast what’s to come for the year ahead. Hear from: o  Adam Burke, Aptella o  Alistair Hart, Map Gear/Mangoesmapping o  Diane A Dumashie FRICS, CEDR, APM, PhD, BSc, President, FIG - International Federation of Surveyors o  Alison Patrick, Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation o  Philip Byrne, C.R.Kennedy & Company - Geospatial Division o  Travis Gains, Survey Management Solutions o  Samantha Garbutt, Australian Spatial Analytics ➡Seabed partnership — Learn how Geoscience Australia will play an active role in supporting Seabed 2030’s mission of accelerating ocean floor mapping. ➡CEO’s Column — Tony Wheeler MAICD reports the findings of the recent deep dive into the economic contribution the geospatial sector will make to the nation over the coming decade. ➡In conversation — Xristi Gibson has navigated a fulfilling career in engineering surveying and tells us about the value of obtaining certification. For non-members, you can subscribe to Position magazine & SpatialSource.com.au here: https://bit.ly/3x2Lcd1 Thank you Jonathan Nally for a fantastic edition! #geospatial #industrynews #PositionMagazine

We are extremely grateful to one of our Organisational Members, NGIS, for inviting us to their offices in Perth this morning for a discussion with the Hon Stephen Dawson MLC. The discussion aimed at highlighting the significant contributions of NGIS, and the geospatial industry, to Western Australian (WA), and Australia as a whole. In our recent report on the 'Economic Impact of Geospatial Services in Australia,' we highlighted that geospatial technology is projected to contribute $689 billion to Australia’s economy by 2034, with WA leading the way. WA is set to see the highest economic impact nationally, with a projected contribution of $190 billion to Gross State Product. Local companies like NGIS, are at the forefront of leveraging these tools to drive innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. Thank you to our WA Chair, Laren Collen, for being there today on behalf of GCA; as well as to Paul Farrell, CEO of NGIS, for organising the discussion. For further insights, you can access the report through the following link: https://lnkd.in/gA5RZDB2 #geospatial #economicimpact #sustainability #innovation

The Call for Papers for Locate25 + FIG Working Week 2025 is closing TOMORROW! This global event will focus on 'Collaboration, Innovation, and Resilience: Championing a Digital Generation,' with over 70 technical sessions, workshops, and exhibitions. We invite abstracts for non peer-review / regular papers across all areas of geospatial/surveying/hydrography/construction/valuation and more. Topics will include (but are not limited too): 🌱 Geospatial & the SDGs 🌏 Climate Resilience 🔧 Tech Trends 🙌 Diversity & Inclusion Submission deadline: 📜 Regular/Non peer-review abstracts: 19 December Submit here 👉https://lnkd.in/dkmQr_iz For more information and submission guidelines, please click here: https://lnkd.in/gFweAwSm #Locate25 #FIG2025 #geospatial #surveying #innovation #Hydrography #construction #valuation #sustainability FIG - International Federation of Surveyors

Do you want to be part of the technical programme at the FIG Working Week 2025 in Brisbane, Australia? Then submit your abstract now. Deadline is 19 December: Read more in the call for papers at: www.fig.net/fig2025

If you haven’t already heard, our CEO Tony Wheeler MAICD has announced his retirement, effective May 2025, as shared during our AGM on 21 November. While we are incredibly sad to see him go, we are filled with gratitude for his remarkable leadership and the legacy he leaves behind. Tony’s dedication and vision have shaped GCA into the strong, influential peak body it is today. We are now seeking our next CEO to build on Tony’s success. If you’re interested in leading GCA, details can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gD7WxhkQ Thank you, Tony, for your leadership. You will be greatly missed 🫶 #Leadership #Geospatial #ThankYouTony

We are pleased to announce some developments to our Board composition, following the recent AGM on 21 November. The AGM marked the conclusion of terms for two longstanding Directors, Paul Digney and Jacinta Burns, whose contributions have been instrumental to GCA’s progress and impact. Both Paul and Jacinta have played pivotal roles not only as Board members but also in other capacities, championing initiatives that have strengthened the organisation’s mission to serve the geospatial community. In their place, GCA welcomes two new Directors, Noel Davidson and Alex Leith GAICD, whose expertise and diverse perspectives will enrich the organisation’s leadership. Additionally, Alistair Byrom and Darren Mottolini have been reappointed as Directors. GCA's updated Skills-Based Board is as follows: 🌟Kate Lundy – Chair 🌟Alistair Byrom – Deputy Chair 🌟Kate Ramsay GAICD, MBA – Deputy Chair 🌟Noel Davidson 🌟Alex Leith 🌟Darren Mottolini 🌟Roshni Sharma 🌟Mary-Ellen Feeney 🌟Stewart Dunne To learn more about the Board, visit: https://lnkd.in/gt5whn9f #boardofdirectors #leadership #geospatial

Are you joining us for our End of Year Celebrations? With the year coming to a close, it's the perfect time to unwind, connect, and toast to the successes of the year. There will be no agenda, no presentations or speeches, just friends and colleagues taking a moment to reflect, share stories and have a laugh, as we move into the Christmas break. The events are free to attend, and you can purchase your choice of tipple or food. However, please still register your place. Event Details: 🎉 QLD Date: Wednesday, 18 December: Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Venue: Stock Exchange Hotel Register here: https://bit.ly/3OLA2iB 🎉 Townsville Date: Wednesday, 18 December: Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Venue: The Beach Hotel Townsville Register here: https://bit.ly/3OJqsg6 🎉 VIC Date: Wednesday, 18 December: Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Venue: The Clyde Hotel Register here: https://bit.ly/3Zy8PEY 🎉 TAS Date: Wednesday, 18 December: Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Venue: Waterman's Hotel Register here: https://bit.ly/3Bznh7H 🎉 NSW Date: Wednesday, 18 December: Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Venue: Cruise Bar Register here: https://bit.ly/3ZLgBMZ #geospatial #networking #endofyear