February 16-17, 2012, UNSW Kensington Campus, Sydney. This short course is designed for professional surveyors wishing to incorporate GPS/GNSS techniques into their survey practices (with some emphasis on cadastral surveying), however, it is also suitable for allied professionals looking to up-skill their knowledge. Dr Craig Roberts and Mr Simon McElroy (Land & […]
Open Geospatial Consortium value of standards survey
By Spatial Source on 6 December, 2011Since the OGC's "value of standards" survey began on 1st November, 208 technology users and technology providers, including both OGC members and non-members, have responded. The OGC Business Value Committee will use a summary of the results to help the OGC better understand the value of the OGC’s open standards and improve its programs. […]
Best of the Blogs 6 December 2012
By Spatial Source on 6 December, 2011GIS Lounge has a neat little post that outlines the differences between some common map projections, including why they exist, and some advantages and disadvantages. O’Reilly Radar has a post that talks about the recent decision of the US government to open source its data.gov portal as an open government data platform. Programmable […]
Esri Australia re-signs as SSSI Titanium Sustaining Partner
By Spatial Source on 5 December, 2011Further to our news story on the collaboration between Esri Australia and SSSI, it has been confirmed that Esri Australia has re-signed as a SSSI Titanium Sustaining Partner. Through a range of industry partnerships such as the re-signing of the continuing collaboration between Esri Australia and SSSI, SSSI aims to expand benefits to […]
Exclusive offer on high quality satellite imagery from DigitalGlobe
By Spatial Source on 30 November, 2011For a limited time, DigitalGlobe is pleased to offer a discount on high quality satellite imagery of Australia—both tasking and archive imagery. Discounted Pricing: Archive: $4.80/km2 Tasking: $5.40/km2 Orders must be placed no later than 31-December-2011. To learn more and to place your order, please contact one of our resellers listed […]
SSSI Land Surveying Commission National Conference
By Spatial Source on 29 November, 2011Expanding on tradition – The conference that’s run by surveyors for surveyors. WHEN: 2012-04-18 to 2012-04-21WHERE: The Sebel, 65 Queens Rd, Albert Park, MelbourneSTATE: VICCOUNTRY: AUS The SSSI Land Surveying Commission National Conference this year has the theme of 'Expanding on Tradition.' Conference Program: Wed 18 April: Welcome Reception Thur 19 April: Opening Ceremony […]
Best of the Blogs 29/11/11
By Spatial Source on 29 November, 2011As Movember draws to a close, Big Think have posted a great article linking beards with cartography. As a bearded man myself, I can honestly say that beards improve your outlook on life, and that every man should try and grow one at least once in their life. Happy Movember! Time Techland have a […]
Appointment of General Manager for The Office of Spatial Policy
By Spatial Source on 29 November, 2011Ms Helen Owens has been appointed to the position of General Manager, Office of Spatial Policy. Helen is joining OSP from the Department of Defence and will commence in mid January. Helen Owens is graduate of Monash University with a Bachelor of Business. Helen joined the Department of Defence in 2004 as the […]
Murray Darling proposed Basin Plan released
By Spatial Source on 29 November, 2011The Murray Darling Basin Authority has released its proposed Basin Plan, which outlines the future for water and environmental assets in the area. The release of the draft begins a 20-week consultation process allowing communities provide feedback. The Basin Plan states how much water is needed to ensure healthy rivers within the […]
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