Parkes Pl W
Canberra ACT 2600
“Mapping in Action” special event of the Australian and New Zealand Map Society
Held over two days, Mapping in Action offers the latest research in geospatial sciences, cartography and the history of maps. There are presentations on the mapping of Indigenous placenames, how maps are used to understand the Pacific ocean, coastal protection and ecosystems, the British Music Trade, cultural practices in Papua New Guinea, Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, misplaced landmarks, and much more. There are new tools, including Geoscience Australia’s Aerial Photography Through Time, and the National Library’s new Mapwarper.
This year’s sessions will be feature the latest student presentations, with an inaugural prize for best presentation to be awarded by the ANZmapS editorial panel. ANZMapS’ “Dorothy Prescott Prize” will also be awarded.
Day 2 (Sept 25) will include an afternoon session with the NLA map curators and guided tour of the Maps Collection.
FAQs
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Pay Parking in the nearby carparks are $14.50 per day.
Plan your bus with Action buses – https://www.transport.act.gov.au/
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Any queries contact the Maps team at the National Library – maps@nla.gov.au
T: (02) 6262 1469
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Generally your ticket is for you only. However institutions such as universities may take out multiple registrations.
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