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Nov
13
Tue
Ozri 2018 – Sydney @ Hilton Sydney
Nov 13 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ozri 2018 – Sydney @ Hilton Sydney | Sydney | New South Wales | Australia

Australian Esri User Conference

Ozri will bring more than 500 of the world’s brightest spatial minds – together with Australia’s own local user community – to Sydney to showcase the latest ArcGIS innovations from around the globe.

In addition to a program packed with compelling user presentations and multiple conference streams, the event will feature a dynamic exhibition area of ‘TechHubs’, where you’ll find extraordinary technical demonstrations, new product launches and hands-on learning experiences.

Conference highlights

  • International keynote presentations
  • Hands-on access to new technology
  • Local and international user presentations
  • Networking opportunities
  • Q & A with ArcGIS experts
  • New insight into best practice
Nov
14
Wed
SSSI NSW Conference 2018 @ Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Nov 14 – Nov 16 all-day
SSSI NSW Conference 2018 @ Novotel Wollongong Northbeach | North Wollongong | New South Wales | Australia

The Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute invites you to engage with us at the Surveying & Spatial Sciences Institute NSW Conference 2018

The theme for this year’s conference:
Earth – Air – Fire – Water”

The conference theme was chosen to reflect the diverse nature of spatial and surveying sciences which is inherently a multidisciplinary pursuit. Individuals within the spatial and surveying industry undertake many projects and tasks from the conference theme. From monitoring weather systems using small IoT devices to sending multi million dollar satellites into space, the surveying and spatial science fundamentals form the critical building blocks for success.

WHY NSW CONFERENCE?
The conference will provide individuals from the spatial and surveying industry the opportunity to learn, communicate, network and share inspiring ideas. Everyone is welcome to attend including young professionals, non-spatial professionals or people looking to diversify in their career.
Key opportunities at the conference:
  • Meet a range of professionals and engage in presentations from industry leaders
  • Explore the iconic coastline and fast growing city of Wollongong
  • Network with people and make strong connections
  • Celebrate NSWSEA with us at the Gala Dinner

Date: 14th-16th November 2018

Venue: Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Registrations Now Open!  To secure your place visit NSW Conference 2018 Registrations

CPD TOTAL:  (Minimum points to be applied)

Spatial Stream including Keynote & Plenary sessions both days: 8.75 SP and 0.5 CAD

Surveying Stream including Keynote & Plenary sessions both days: 6 SP and 3.5 CAD

To view the Conference Programme click 2018 NSW SSSI Regional Conference Agenda (note Programme is subject to change by the Conference Organising Committee)

To nominate for the Awards click on the NSWSEA Awards Link

For a Nomination Kit click on 2018-APSEA-Nomination-Kit-FINAL.pdf

For accomodation details click here

Like to stay longer? Visit Wollongong

Interested in the Pre-Conference workshop on Fire Mapping? click here

Nov
15
Thu
Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards- NSW/ACT @ Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Nov 15 @ 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards- NSW/ACT @ Novotel Wollongong Northbeach | North Wollongong | New South Wales | Australia

The Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards celebrate the achievements of top spatial information enterprises and individuals and showcase the finest projects and most significant performance of professionals that the Surveying and Spatial Industry have to offer. Projects and individuals attaining recognition at this premier event are deemed to be truly outstanding achievers and pre-eminent in their field.

You are invited to join SIBA|GITA and SSSI for an evening celebrating the brightest in our industry in NSW and ACT Australia.

Tickets includes drinks, a delicious meal and of course, the opportunity to network with professionals from across the NSW/ and ACT surveying and spatial sciences industry.

Nov
16
Fri
Ozri 2018 – Brisbane @ Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Nov 16 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ozri 2018 – Brisbane @ Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre | South Brisbane | Queensland | Australia

Australian Esri User Conference

Ozri will bring more than 500 of the world’s brightest spatial minds – together with Australia’s own local user community – to Sydney to showcase the latest ArcGIS innovations from around the globe.

In addition to a program packed with compelling user presentations and multiple conference streams, the event will feature a dynamic exhibition area of ‘TechHubs’, where you’ll find extraordinary technical demonstrations, new product launches and hands-on learning experiences.

Conference highlights

  • International keynote presentations
  • Hands-on access to new technology
  • Local and international user presentations
  • Networking opportunities
  • Q & A with ArcGIS experts
  • New insight into best practice
Nov
20
Tue
FOSS4G SotM Oceania @ University of Melbourne, Old Arts Building
Nov 20 – Nov 23 all-day

For the first time, the FOSS4G and OpenStreetMap communities of Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania are gathering for 4 incredible days of exploring open source geospatial tech & open data.

This event will include a full day of workshops, a 2 day conference, a community day, and social events in the vibrant, yet laid back city of Melbourne.

Come join us to learn about the latest tech, share stories, and meet like-minded people from across our fascinating region!

WORKSHOPS

November 20, 2018

Get your hands dirty, and learn by doing, during hands-on sessions and practical courses.

CONFERENCE

November 21-22, 2018

Attend or present at an amazing conference, filled with multiple thematic tracks, keynotes, tech talks, social events and more.

COMMUNITY DAY

November 23, 2018

Get involved! Give back to your favourite open source projects at the code sprint, or attend the mapathon and participate in the world’s largest collaborative mapping project.

 

Nov
21
Wed
Ozri 2018 – Melbourne @ Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Nov 21 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ozri 2018 – Melbourne @ Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre | South Wharf | Victoria | Australia

Australian Esri User Conference

Ozri will bring more than 500 of the world’s brightest spatial minds – together with Australia’s own local user community – to Sydney to showcase the latest ArcGIS innovations from around the globe.

In addition to a program packed with compelling user presentations and multiple conference streams, the event will feature a dynamic exhibition area of ‘TechHubs’, where you’ll find extraordinary technical demonstrations, new product launches and hands-on learning experiences.

Conference highlights

  • International keynote presentations
  • Hands-on access to new technology
  • Local and international user presentations
  • Networking opportunities
  • Q & A with ArcGIS experts
  • New insight into best practice
Dec
5
Wed
3D Victoria Half-Day Conference
Dec 5 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
3D Victoria Half-Day Conference @ Melbourne | Victoria | Australia

A raft of construction and spatial industry leaders will come together to talk the future of digital engineering at the 3D Victoria Half-Day Conference in Melbourne.

The event will tackle a range of issues relevant to building a cohesive 3D framework for our built environment. A streamlined half-day program has been designed for maximum efficiency, while you will also get a rare chance to meet with peers at informal networking drinks, to follow the meeting. You are also invited to join us at Melbourne’s Mural Hall to celebrate excellence in spatial information at Victoria’s gala Asia Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards dinner.

Topic panels will include:

  • Updates on digital built environment policy from around the region
  • What the future of 3D digital engineering looks like for government, what they look for in deliverables and what a renewed push for digital twins means for contracting.

Venue: GHD Melbourne 180 Lonsdale St Melbourne VIC 3000

Date: Wednesday 5 December 2018, First speaker 1.00pm ending 5pm. Networking drinks until 6 pm followed by dinner.

Cost: $125 workshop only or $300 including dinner (15% discount when you buy together)

Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards Victoria @ Mural Hall
Dec 5 @ 6:15 pm – 11:30 pm
Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards Victoria @ Mural Hall | Melbourne | Victoria | Australia

The Spatial Excellence Awards celebrate the achievements of top spatial information enterprises and individuals and showcase the finest projects and most significant performance of professionals that the Surveying and Spatial Industry have to offer. Projects and individuals attaining recognition at this premier event are deemed to be truly outstanding achievers and pre-eminent in their field.

You are invited to join SSSI and SIBA|GITA for an evening celebrating the brightest in our industry in Victoria.

Your tickets will include delicious drinks and food and of course, the opportunity to network with professionals from across the Victorian surveying and spatial sciences industry.

Dec
6
Thu
From Smart Campus to Smart City – University of Wollongong @ The SMART Infrastructure Facility at the University of Wollongong
Dec 6 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
From Smart Campus to Smart City - University of Wollongong @ The SMART Infrastructure Facility at the University of Wollongong | Keiraville | New South Wales | Australia

From Smart Campus to Smart City

Seminar and Expert Panel Discussion

The SMART Infrastructure Facility at the University of Wollongong is pleased to host a SMART Session with Seminars and Expert Panel Discussion featuring Smart City experts on 6th December, from 2pm – 6pm.

The ‘Smart City’ concept is an invitation to rethink and reshape our cities to address the needs of generations to come. As part of the city, campuses around the world are leading the way for the smart revolution.

Visiting from Toulouse, France, Senior Professor Marie-Pierre Gleizes will introduce the neOCampus operation, which intends to transform the University of Toulouse III Paul Sabatier, France into a smart and sustainable campus. From the SMART Infrastructure Facility at the University of Wollongong (UOW), Senior Professor Pascal Perez will then introduce the Digital Living Lab, a SMART and UOW initiative to foster innovation and connect with communities.

Following these seminars, SMART will host an interactive discussion with an expert panel to discuss principles and the Research and Development opportunities for smart cities and campuses in Australia and around the globe. This will be the opportunity to question the roles that universities, government, administration and companies have to play in this digital revolution.

The panel, facilitated by SMART’s Transport, Land Use & Urban Quality Research Fellow, Dr. Cole Hendrigan, will feature:

  • Snr Prof. Marie-Pierre Gleizes, University of Toulouse III Paul Sabatier, France
  • Prof. Pierre Glize, University of Toulouse III Paul Sabatier, France
  • Snr Prof. Pascal Perez, Director, SMART Infrastructure Facility
  • David Farmer, General Manager, Wollongong City Council

 

Networking and drinks will follow.

Dec
12
Wed
GeoRabble Sydney Christmas Party @ Occidental Hotel
Dec 12 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm

GeoRabble Sydney’s Christmas drinks are back

Join us on Wednesday Dec 12th for a few chilled drinks, free pizza (courtesy of TomTom), and mingling with likeminded geogeeks.  And be ready for a special surprise – all about the future of geo!

As usual: attendance and pizza are free, but you’ll need to register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/georabble-sydney-christmas-party-tickets-52550863046

See you there!

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