The annual Greater Hobart Bushfire Exposure Index features improved analytics and wider coverage.
New space institute to tackle big challenges
By jnally on 27 October, 2025The not-for-profit Australasian Space Innovation Institute will be a successor to the SmartSat CRC.
Land, sea and air surveying for Kiribati’s future
By jnally on 27 October, 2025A multi-year project has taken Kiribati toward improved safety of navigation, resilience and economic growth.
Australian geospatial expert becomes CEO of BOM
By jnally on 23 October, 2025Stuart Minchin was previously Director General of the Pacific Community and has been involved with the UN-GGIM.
Spatial Snippets for Wednesday, 22 October
By jnally on 22 October, 2025Enjoy our weekly compilation of general geospatial news snippets from across Australia and around the world.
Spatial Source returns; LOCATE to go ahead
By jnally on 22 October, 2025Spatial Source and its newsletter have returned, and it’s full steam ahead for the LOCATE conference in 2026.
Emlid Reach RS4 and Reach RS4 Pro
By jnally on 21 October, 2025Emlid has introduced new RTK GNSS receivers, including the RS4, and the RS4 Pro with AR and camera capabilities.
End of an era at DCS Spatial Services
By jnally on 21 October, 2025Narelle Underwood, the first female Surveyor-General of NSW, has left to become Executive Director of Digital NSW.
Engaging primary school kids with surveying
By jnally on 21 October, 2025State survey mark spotting is a fun and educational activity that delivers real-world benefits to the surveying profession.
PNT 2026: Early bird registrations now available
By jnally on 20 October, 2025Registration is open for the upcoming AIN positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) conference in Sydney.
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