Geospatial Council of Australia

Next week, we are pleased to be hosting an exclusive Members only Australian Spatial Analytics Neurodiversity Awareness Training webinar, designed to help leaders and businesses create more inclusive environments.   With over 80% of ASA’s workforce identifying as neurodivergent, this session offers a unique perspective by: ✅ Sharing the lived experiences of ASA employees. ✅ Highlighting best practices developed in a neuroinclusive workplace. ✅ Exploring how simple changes can create significant advantages for any organisation. Webinar Details: 🗓️ 5 December 2024 🕓4:00pm AEST 💻 Live webinar via Zoom 📚 1 GCA CPD point This event is free for individual GCA members, but registration is essential! Don't forget to register here: https://lnkd.in/gvEN5jv2 #neurodiversity #webinar #geospatial #neurodivergent #neuroinclusive

A quick reminder that applications are still open for our Hydrographic Area of Practice Coaching Program 2024/2025 for both trainees and coaches. The closing date to apply is Monday, 16th December. The GCA Hydrographic Area of Practice Coaching Program is an initiative to encourage the professional development of emerging professional hydrographic surveyors to Level 1 and Level 2 in Hydrographic Surveying certification. For trainees aspiring for certification, their assigned coach will play a pivotal role in identifying and bridging any knowledge gaps before the certification application. Additionally, we are actively seeking coaches who are current Certified Professional Hydrographic Surveyors at Level 1 or Level 2 with a minimum of four years of experience. If you are interested in sharing your knowledge, providing technical guidance, or offering advice to members seeking certification, please apply. Your expertise can make a significant impact on the professional development of our members. The program will run until June 2025. You can apply here: Trainees: https://bit.ly/48wFaQT Coaches: https://bit.ly/4hx2KB5 The Candidate Guide with all the details, can be downloaded here: https://bit.ly/4hwjOHs #geospatial #hydrography #coaching #coachingprogram

Last night we hosted our South Australian geospatial Quiz Night! What a fantastic evening bringing our SA geospatial community together for trivia, laughs, and connection! Thank you to our SA Chair Graham Walker and Vice-Chair Jennifer Brindle for being such fantastic hosts! 👏 A huge congratulations to The Enshittificators Team, who claimed the coveted top spot and walked away as champions of the night! 🏆🎉 #geospatial #community #quiznight

🏆 We are proud to announce the 2024 Geospatial Excellence Award Winners for ACT and NT! These state winners were announced on Thursday in Canberra: Northern Territory: 🤝 Community Impact Award: Aerometrex, Anindilyakwa Land Council, Geoscience Australia, The Australian National University, and the Cooperative Research Centre for Developing Northern Australia (CRCNA) for Integrating Indigenous priorities in spatially enabled planning of the Indigenous estate ACT: 🌏 Environment & Sustainability Award: Geoscience Australia, CSIRO, Australian Climate Service, and the Emergency Management Spatial Information Network Australia (EMSINA) for National Bushfire Boundaries Data Services 🏢 Community Impact Award: Geoscape Australia and Resilient Building Council for Location Intelligence for Bushfire Resilience 🚀Innovation Award (Medium to Large Business): Geoscience Australia, Australian Bureau of Statistics, Esri Australia, Onneer, and Nova Systems Australia and New Zealand for Digital Atlas of Australia 🤖Technical Excellence Award: Geoscience Australia for Position Verification at Geoscience Australia 👔 Professional of the Year Award: Megan McCabe 🌈 Diversity & Inclusion Award: Aurora Foo Congratulations to all these outstanding winners! 🙌 #GeospatialExcellence #IndustryAwards #geospatial

📢 A quick reminder that tomorrow is our SA Quiz Night! There is still time to enter solo, or as a team, for an evening of friendly competition, laughs, and networking with the SA geospatial community! 🗓 27 November 🕕 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 📍 Marion Hotel, 849 Marion Rd, Mitchell Park 💸 $20 per person (purchase your own drinks) Register as a team of 4-8, or join solo, and we’ll match you with a group. Don’t miss out – secure your spot today! You can register here: https://bit.ly/4fNbzEX #quiznight #geospatialcommunity #networking

Exciting new! Geoffrey Smith, CEO of Australian Spatial Analytics, was awarded the Australian of the Year for Queensland 👏 Geoffrey now has a one in eight chance of becoming the Australian of the year! 🤞 As co-founder of ASA, Geoffrey recognised the untapped potential of neurodivergent people to contribute to the workforce while also addressing a skills shortage in the technology industry. Of ASA's employees, 80 per cent are neurodivergent and 61 per cent have come from long-term unemployment. His inclusive approach is making a real difference. Congratulations Geoffrey!

👋 Hi from Canberra! We are in ACT for our final conference of the year, where the focus is on showcasing the transformative power of geospatial technology. Today’s program dives into key topics like collaborative governance, blending technology and resources, and using geospatial-driven insights to enhance governance. We’re also excited to feature presentations from emergency services and Young and Emerging Professionals (YEPs), who will share how cross-sector collaboration is delivering impactful results. Looking forward to an inspiring day of learning, networking, and innovation! #Geospatial #Collaboration #Innovation

🌍 Happy GIS Day! Today, we celebrate the power of Geographic Information Systems to connect people, drive innovation, and transform the way we understand our world. Whether you're mapping, analysing, or solving real-world problems, your work is shaping a better future. 🗺️ 👏 So, here’s to the visionaries, problem-solvers, and innovators using GIS to drive smarter decisions and build stronger, more connected communities! #GISDay #Geospatial #MappingMindsShapingtheWorld

🚨 Don't forget the Call for Papers for Locate25 + FIG Working Week 2025 is currently open! By teaming up with FIG - International Federation of Surveyors, the global network for surveying and geospatial experts, we’re bringing the world to Brisbane from 6-10 April 2025. We invite abstracts for peer-review and non peer-review / regular papers across all areas of geospatial/surveying/hydrography/construction/valuation and more. Submission deadline: 📜 Peer-review abstracts and full paper: 1 December Submit here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmi-8AU5 📜 Regular/Non peer-review abstracts: 19 December Submit here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmi-8AU5 For more information and submission guidelines, please click here: https://lnkd.in/gFweAwSm #Locate25 #FIG2025 #geospatial #surveying #innovation

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Raymond Tabulo, a treasured member and Fellow of GCA, and a dedicated leader in our industry. Known to his friends as "Tabs," Ray was a remarkable individual whose career spanned nearly three decades, leaving a lasting impact on the geospatial profession and inspiring all who knew him. Ray’s journey into surveying began as a chainman with the Queensland Department of Mines, where he was known for his strength, determination, and boundless energy. He embodied the spirit of early field surveyors, traversing rugged landscapes, setting permanent survey marks, and performing challenging fieldwork with remarkable resilience and commitment. In his youth, Ray was an avid footballer, playing prop in the public service league and bringing the same grit to the field as he did to his career. However, a severe car accident altered the course of his life. Doctors said he would never walk again, but Ray defied the odds, demonstrating extraordinary strength of character and determination. He not only walked but went on to earn a degree in surveying, married Tammy, and became the proud father of two children – Jordon and Lucinda. Ray continued to build his career, becoming a registered cadastral surveyor and working as a field surveyor in private practice in Hervey Bay. As his back condition worsened, Ray adapted. His tenacity shone as he pursued further studies, earning a Graduate Diploma of Geomatic Studies and eventually becoming a Senior Spatial Scientist and Director at Cullen & Couper Pty Ltd. Ray was known for his sense of humour, loyalty, and dedication to both his profession and his colleagues. In recent months, despite being in and out of the hospital, he brought joy to those around him with his infectious positivity and wit. Ray will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues who had the honour of working alongside such an inspiring, determined, and endlessly positive individual. Vale Ray.