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2025 Tasmanian Geospatial Conference

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Michael Giudici speaking at the 2025 Tasmanian Geospatial Conference.

A record number of more than 160 survey and geospatial professionals converged on Hobart on Friday 21 November, to celebrate technologies as part of the annual Tasmanian Surveying and Geospatial Conference. This year, the Tasmanian Spatial Information Council (TASSIC) co-hosted the event, supported by the Institution of Surveyors Tasmania, the Surveyors Trust and a host of industry partners, sponsors and exhibitors.​

The day was rounded out with a showcase of innovative presentations from University of Tasmania staff and students, and a panel discussion on "What’s next for the Tasmanian Geospatial Sector", especially considering the winding up of the national peak body (GCA). The discussion centred on a local and grassroots approach, navigating the different 'tribes' that make up our industry, ensuring we include the younger generations, and focusing on what we have in common: our love of maps!

The full program and presentation abstracts are available at https://tasgeo.org/

December 2025

State of the GIS

Minister Duigan speaking at the State of the GIS Forum

​Minister Duigan attended the State of the GIS Forum in Hobart to witness the latest spatial advancements from across the state and formally launch the TASSIC strategy 2025-2028.

New TASSIC board members

​In late 2024 Minister Duigan appointed new members to the Tasmanian Spatial Information Council (TASSIC), and reappointed members who were continuing. The membership now comprises (left to right): Dr. Anna Riddell (UTAS), Maurits van der Vlugt (Independent Chair), Michael Giudici (NRE Tas), Anthony O’Flaherty (Geospatial Council of Australia), Peter James (Geospatial Council of Australia), Dr. Justin Thurley (DPAC, not pictured), and Murray Jamieson (Local Government, not pictured).

TASSIC board members