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Apr
16
Thu
The Outcome: SSSI National Bushfire Recovery Map-a-thon Webinar
Apr 16 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Outcome: SSSI National Bushfire Recovery Map-a-thon Webinar

Held on Sunday, 9th February, 2020, the SSSI National Bushfire Recovery Map-a-thon was a way for the national and international community to work together to map a total of 2,793,879 hectares affected by recent Australian bushfires with the focus being on burnt infrastructure. Join us for this Webinar to hear more about the initiative.

Speakers:

Dr Lesley Arnold (SSSI National Board Director) will give an overview of the Map-a-thon initiative and discuss overall logistics of planning; industry, government and NGO engagement; the challenges and overall execution of the event.

Nathan Eaton, Executive Director, NGIS Australia will give an overview of the technical set-up of this mammoth Map-a-thon and highlight some of the challenges and triumphs experienced.

This is a free event open to those who participated in the Map-a-thon or are involved in the surveying and spatial community.

Details about how to join the Webinar will be emailed to you prior to the event.

To read more about the SSSI National Bushfire Recovery Map-a-thon see the news item here

Oct
19
Tue
12d Tech Forum 2021 | Online Industry Summit @ Virtual Event
Oct 19 – Oct 21 all-day
12d Tech Forum 2021 | Online Industry Summit @ Virtual Event

Hosted by 12d – the companies behind 12d Model and 12d Synergy – the highly anticipated 12d Tech Forum returns on 19 – 21 October 2021. The three-day online industry summit will connect over 2,000 surveying, engineering, and construction professionals to learn, innovate, and be inspired.

The 12d Tech Forum provides surveying and geospatial professionals with an excellent training opportunity to keep up to date with the latest innovations and advancements in the industry.

50+ Hours of Inspiring Industry Talks

The 12d Tech Forum will host over 50 hours of industry insights, case studies from cutting-edge Australian and New Zealand surveying projects, and actionable training content. Delivered by some of the greatest minds and speakers in the industry. Talks are tailored for surveyors, engineers, and directors, not just 12d operators.

Free Access to All Keynote Presentations

We’ve secured a huge line-up of 40+ industry speakers, including talks from Land Surveys, Fulton Hogan, GHD, SMEC, Piritahi, and many more.

A few keynote titles include:

  • Pilbara Desert Collaboration: Land Surveys’ data management strategy collaborating across the Pilbara desert
  • GDA2020 at Mackay City Council: Practical insights into successfully implementing GDA2020 through 12d Model
  • Piritahi Case Study: 10,000 lot land development project to crush the Auckland housing crisis
  • TfNSW Steering Group & Uniform Coding: Aligning managed utilities through a consistent framework for delivery

Best yet, all sessions will be recorded and available to watch on-demand for 12 months after the event.

Surveying and Geospatial Topics Include…

  • BIM & Digital Engineering
  • Land & Construction Surveying
  • GDA2020, ADAC, A-SPEC
  • Point Clouds
  • Drone Surveying & Photogrammetry
  • Mobile Mapping & GIS
  • Digital Twins & Asset Management
  • Data Management & Collaboration

Check Out the Preliminary Event Agenda

To see a comprehensive list of keynotes and topics that will be covered at the 12d Tech Forum 2021, check out our Preliminary Event Agenda here.

12d Training Breakout Streams

For more tailored training content focused on upskilling your use of 12d software, purchase a Training Pass (A$149 +GST). Here you will have access to an additional five technical  streams covering topics on Design, Survey, Water, Data Management, and Training.

Accrue CPD Points

Every hour you watch of the 12d Tech Forum can earn you 1 CPD point for many industry institutions, such as SSI, Australian Consulting Surveyors, Engineers Australia, and many more.

Virtual Networking Sessions

Meet like-minded individuals and build lasting relationships with our virtual networking sessions. The online forum will be attended by thousands of surveying, mapping, and geospatial professionals from across Australia, New Zealand, and abroad.

Register for FREE Today

Join over 2,000 professionals and gain access to 50+ hours with 150+ in-depth talks, delivered by over 60 speakers. Register for your free Industry Pass today!

To learn more and register, visit 12dtechforum.com/

Jun
22
Wed
2022 National Surveying Congress @ Pullman ‘Sea Temple’ Resort, Port Douglas, Queensland
Jun 22 @ 9:00 am – Jun 24 @ 5:00 pm
2022 National Surveying Congress @ Pullman ‘Sea Temple’ Resort, Port Douglas, Queensland

The National Surveying Congress will be an opportunity for leaders in the surveying profession to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the profession. The 2022 Congress theme is ‘Automatic Mutual Relaxation’.

As the profession comes to understand the impact of Automatic Mutual Recognition for surveyors across the country, the event will provide an opportunity for surveyors from across Australia to gather and discuss the issues facing the profession and the opportunities for the future. The highlight of the program each year is the Cadastral Leaders Panel which sees all the Surveyors-General on stage speaking about changes and opportunities in their states and territories as well as an update from ICSM and ANZLIC. There will also be an online option.

The National Surveying Consultancy Excellence Awards and Gala Dinner will be held on the second day of the event, 23 June 2022.

Mar
8
Fri
International Women’s Day breakfast, Melbourne @ Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club, Kooyong
Mar 8 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
International Women’s Day breakfast, Melbourne @ Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club, Kooyong

Registrations are now open for the Geospatial Council of Australia’s 2024 International Women’s Day breakfast in Melbourne on 8 March. The breakfast will bring together women from across the geospatial sector to share experiences and foster connections among the remarkable individuals shaping the future of geospatial technology.

The event will also serve as a platform to amplify the voices of women in this field, highlighting their contributions, innovation and leadership.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an aspiring newcomer or a passionate advocate, these events promise to be filled with inspiring discussions, networking opportunities and empowering insights.

The details are:

  • GCA members: $75 (incl. GST)
  • Non-GCA members: $100 (incl. GST)
  • Student members: $50 (incl. GST)
  • Tables can seat up to 8.
  • Time: 7:30am to 9:30am
  • Venue: Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club, Kooyong
  • Register

Registrations close Thursday, 29 February.

The breakfast is sponsored by 1Spatial, with other sponsorship opportunities still available. Contact events@geospatialcouncil.org.au for further information.

International Women’s Day breakfast, Brisbane @ Rydges South Bank (Rooftop South), 9 Glenelg St, South Brisbane
Mar 8 @ 7:30 am – 9:45 am
International Women’s Day breakfast, Brisbane @ Rydges South Bank (Rooftop South), 9 Glenelg St, South Brisbane

Registrations are now open for the Geospatial Council of Australia’s 2024 International Women’s Day breakfast in Brisbane on 8 March. The breakfast will bring together women from across the geospatial sector to share experiences and foster connections among the remarkable individuals shaping the future of geospatial technology.

The event will also serve as a platform to amplify the voices of women in this field, highlighting their contributions, innovation and leadership.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an aspiring newcomer or a passionate advocate, these events promise to be filled with inspiring discussions, networking opportunities and empowering insights.

The details are:

  • GCA members: $75 (incl. GST)
  • Non-GCA members: $100 (incl. GST)
  • Student members: $50 (incl. GST)
  • Tables can seat up to 8.
  • Time: 7:30am to 9:30am
  • Venue: Rydges South Bank (Rooftop South), 9 Glenelg St, South Brisbane
  • Register

Registrations close Thursday, 29 February.

The breakfast is sponsored by 1Spatial, with other sponsorship opportunities still available. Contact events@geospatialcouncil.org.au for further information.

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