Land Tasmania in Hobart, Tasmania | Government organisation

Land Tasmania

Locality: Hobart, Tasmania

Phone: 6165 4444

Address: 134 Macquarie Street 7000 Hobart, TAS, Australia

Website: dpipwe.tas.gov.au/landtasmania

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25.01.2022 Dont miss your chance to attend the biggest spatial event in Tasmania on Wednesday 15 May 2019! The State of GIS Seminar will be offering short, sharp presentations on the latest projects from around the State. It is also a unique opportunity to network with fellow spatial professionals and share your experiences. More information, including the full program, is available at https://sssi.org.au/events-awa//tasmania-state-of-gis-2019.

24.01.2022 In the 1950s it was proposed that the estuary of the River Tamar, named Port Dalrymple, be changed to Port Launceston. At this time the estuary had been named Port Dalrymple for more than 100 years. Governor Hunter of New South Wales had given it this name around 1798 following the first European sighting of the inlet by explorers Bass and Flinders. The name itself recognised the colourful Alexander Dalrymple, who was then the hydrographer to the Admiralty in London. The prop...osal to change the name was the subject of considerable press publicity and public controversy. The Nomenclature Board resolved at its meeting of March 1955 that due to the historical significance and longstanding nature of the name, Port Dalrymple would be retained. For history and information on this and thousands more names across Tasmania, make sure you check out www.placenames.tas.gov.au

23.01.2022 Mapping and GIS Tools for accessing LIST data. Some important updates have been made to the DPIPWE ArcMap Tools as described in a previous post here: https://www.facebook.com/landtasmania/posts/2328067650591767 The buttons used to add the Topographic and Orthophoto basemaps have been modified to accommodate recent changes to the LIST webservices. We encourage users to download and install the most recent version of DPIPWE Tools at the earliest convenience. The most recent version can be found here: https://github.com/DPIPWE/DPIPWE_Tools_Addin

23.01.2022 Its R U OK?Day, our national day of action and a reminder to Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut & Ask R U OK? any day its needed. Today were calling on Australi...a to learn when and how to start a conversation that could change a life. Learn the signs and how to ask and help us move closer to our vision of a world where were all connected and protected from suicide: www.ruok.org.au

23.01.2022 Have you registered for TASSICs Executive Forum being held in Hobart on November 7? Program and registration details are available at https://www.tassic.org.au/

22.01.2022 In these modern digital times, where we have so many digital mapping choices, the continued popularity of the paper map is a pleasantly surprising trend. Even with so many options now available, a large percentage of the community still wants a paper map to have and hold. To read the story in full go to page 8 of the location matters newsletter Edition 17 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

22.01.2022 Meet Briallen. Briallen is a Surveyor here at Land Tasmania, one of only a handful of female surveyors in our State. To learn more about Briallens role as a surveyor click on the video below.

21.01.2022 Land Tasmania has released an updated Hillshade layer for Tasmania via LISTmap incorporating the recently acquired Flood Recovery Mapping LiDAR data. The LiDAR data has a significantly better depiction of the landforms in a number of areas previously only covered by contour data. The Flood Recovery Mapping project will add around 12,000 km2 to the current LiDAR coverage for the state, with the data freely accessible at https://elevation.fsdf.org.au

20.01.2022 Mapping and GIS Tools for accessing LIST data. Land Tasmania has created a set of mapping and GIS tools for use with Esris GIS software product ArcMap (ArcGIS Desktop). DPIPWE ArcMap Tools is a custom-built toolbar for ArcMap, originally developed inhouse by Land Tasmania staff. This toolbar has been made freely available to all ArcMap users in the Tasmanian mapping and GIS community. DPIPWE ArcMap Tools provides users with a range of functions, including the ability to qui...ckly and easily add LIST data to ArcMap, search and zoom to locations in Tasmania and automatically open LISTmap to the same location as ArcMap. Long-time users will now notice that LIST web service access tools use HTTPS and the Google Earth Synchronisation tool can be used with Google Earth Pro. For more information, including help and download instructions, please go to: https://github.com/DPIPWE/DPIPWE_Tools_Addin See more

20.01.2022 ONE WEEK LEFT! Would you like a say in the future direction of the LIST? For more information and to complete our on-line survey go to https://www.thelist.tas.gov.au//TASSIC-LIST-Spatial-Data-/ The survey closes Friday June 21.

20.01.2022 Remarkable glimpses of Tasmanias 1967 fires, the Tasman Bridge collapse, Hobarts Beaumaris Zoo and the Bicentennial Tall Ships event are among the extensive collection of film and print images recently transferred by Land Tasmania to the State Archives, within Libraries Tasmania. The collection, which includes 236,289 negatives and 97,319 transparencies, documents the significant events, cities and towns, landscapes, aerial views and people of twentieth century Tasmania. To... see more amazing historical images and read the article in full go to page 4 of the location matters newsletter Edition 18 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters See more

20.01.2022 Edition 19 of the Land Tasmania newsletter, location matters is out now! Produced twice a year, the newsletter aims to provide professionals and the general public with interesting articles and news about land information in Tasmania. View the latest edition at www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

18.01.2022 The Tasmanian community will soon have access to a plethora of new imagery and elevation data through the 2018/2019 Tasmanian Imagery Program. This up-to-date and accurate data will be available through a number of sources, including the LIST. Excitingly, for Flinders Island residents and visitors alike, new high resolution imagery has been captured for the whole mainland of the island. To read the story in full go to page 3 of the location matters newsletter Edition 17 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

17.01.2022 The sixth edition of the TASMAP 1:250 000 Topographic Map Series will be released shortly. The series has been given its first major makeover since its introduction in 1980 to bring it into line with contemporary mapping styles and techniques. This has led to the maps being easier to read and use, whether it be individually or as a joined set giving a statewide coverage. To read the full article go to page 4 of the location matters newsletter at www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

16.01.2022 In the days before the Tasman Bridge some roads were classified as only acceptable for horse transport. Lets take you back . . . At the outbreak of World War I...I, it was realised Australia did not have suitable topographic maps so emergency mapping organisations were set up in each State. In Tasmania, mapping was undertaken by the Lands and Surveys Department. This beautiful map, produced for defence purposes at a scale of 1 mile to 1 inch (1:63 360), was released to civilians some time after. You can now take a piece of history home with you. Order your own reproduction online at www.tasmap.tas.gov.au/do/product/HMHOB63

15.01.2022 Meet Bronwyn Haydon and learn more about how she spends her day as a valuer in the Office of the Valuer-General. To read Bronwyns story go to page 7 of the location matters newsletter Edition 18 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

14.01.2022 Up-to-date information is crucial in any emergency. It helps authorities to establish the extent of a flood, fire or storm, predict the potential impact of the incident, mobilise the response, warn the public of future dangers, and manage post-incident rehabilitation work. Our role within Land Tasmanias Emergency Services (ES)GIS team is to help inform these decisions by gathering and dispersing real-time data through various mapping products. To read the story in full and learn more about the people and their roles go to page 4 and 5 of the location matters newsletter Edition 17 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

14.01.2022 With the introduction of GDA2020 as the new Australian datum, all new TASMAP maps are now published in GDA2020. But what does this mean for map users? Well, nothing to be honest. At map scale, the change is imperceptible. For example on a TASMAP 1:50 000 topographic map, our largest scale mapping product produced, the difference between GDA94 and GDA2020 is less than 0.02mm on the map. This is much less than the smallest spec on a map and 10 times smaller than the average printed line. To read more in the latest edition of the location matters newsletter go to www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

14.01.2022 Release of latest State Aerial Photo Basemap. Land Tasmania has recently published the latest version of the State Aerial Photo Basemap with more than 7,700 square kilometres of new imagery flown earlier this year. The resolution for the new imagery is 10cm for urban areas and 25cm for rural areas, with capture including the entire Devonport, Launceston, Tasman, Clarence, Hobart and Glenorchy municipalities, urban areas of Northern Midlands, Dorset, West Tamar, Brighton and ...Sorell municipalities and the entire mainland of Flinders Island. To read the story in full go to page 8 of the location matters newsletter Edition 18 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

13.01.2022 The Land Titles Office (LTO) is currently undergoing crucial business transformation to ensure its practices, procedures and processes are fully adapted to suit the modern digital environment. The enhancements being made are in line with the Agencys plan to improve access to information by transitioning staff to work digitally. To read the full story and learn more about the LTO digital enhancements go to page 6 of the location matters newsletter Edition 17 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

13.01.2022 Edition 18 of the Land Tasmania newsletter, location matters is out now! Produced twice a year, the newsletter aims to provide professionals and the general public with interesting articles and news about land information in Tasmania. View the latest edition at https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au/land-/location-matters-newsletter

10.01.2022 TASMAP recently worked with the Middleton Volunteer Fire Brigade to produce a range of custom topographic maps for their station and trucks. Based on an enlarge...ment of the TASMAP 1:50,000 Topographic Map series and covering the Brigades complete district, the maps will be an invaluable tool in the coordination and planning of future incidents during the upcoming fire season. If you need a custom map to meet your specific requirements feel free to contact us.

10.01.2022 Discover Tasmanian Aerial Imagery Land Tasmania has recently updated the Aerial Photo Viewer (APV) and indexes for aerial photo coverage of Tasmania. The APV sh...ows the digital imagery coverage available for Tasmania including the latest imagery from 2019. The earlier photo coverages from 1945 onwards are gradually being added to the library. It operates in the Adobe Flash environment and therefore users will need that loaded. https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au//accessing-and-obtaining-aerial- Check out the examples of 2019 10 cm imagery for Longford, Lyme Regis (NE Coast) and Saltwater River (Tasman Peninsula). The imagery is captured by contractors for Land Tasmanian in partnership with Local Government agencies as part of the Tasmanian Imagery Program.

07.01.2022 Modernising the place naming process A new Place Names Bill is being drafted to replace outdated sections of the Survey Coordination Act 1944 to provide for a more contemporary approach to naming places. The draft Bill is now available for community consultation.... The Bill has been drafted in accordance with the final Stakeholder and Community Consultation Report which was developed from two previous rounds of stakeholder consultation. The consultation period is now open and concludes on the 3rd of September. The draft Bill together with other relevant documentation including the final Stakeholder and Community Consultation Report is available from: https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au//development-of-proposed-new-pla

06.01.2022 Please note that the Office will close at 2.00pm on Tuesday 24 December 2019 and will reopen for business at 8:45am on Thursday 2 January 2020. It would be appreciated if documents are lodged before 11.00am on the 24th. Please see Office Circular at https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au//offic/office-circular-no-7-2019

05.01.2022 Would you like a say in the future direction of the LIST? For more information and to complete our on-line survey go to https://www.thelist.tas.gov.au//TASSIC-LIST-Spatial-Data-/

04.01.2022 Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2020 This week, right across Australia, people are celebrating the extraordinary contributions made by Volunteers. The Depar...tment of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment (DPIPWE), is fortunate to work alongside thousands of skilled and hardworking volunteers right across Tasmania. Volunteers, who care deeply for what makes Tasmania a beautiful place to live and visit. To all of the DPIPWE Volunteers who work with us to protect the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Tasmania, including those who welcome visitors, provide tours and education, support sustainable fisheries, care for parks and reserves, and contribute to our many flora and fauna conservation programs - Thank you! Your contributions and commitment make a real difference to assist preserve the uniqueness of Tasmania for future generations. Currently, many of our volunteer programs are on hold, but we look forward to welcoming you back, as soon as it is safe to do so, and in accordance with Public Health Advice and the Tasmanian Governments COVID-19 Safe Workplaces Framework. For now, we encourage our volunteers to refer to the information on the DPIPWE website, which will be regularly updated as we continue to improve our volunteer management approaches, including promoting new opportunities to get involved! Please refer to www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/about-the-depa/volunteering-at-dpipwe #NVW2020 #coastcare Wildcare Incorporated NRM North NRM South Cradle Coast NRM Landcare Tasmania #bushcare #localgovernment

03.01.2022 To celebrate and promote the career opportunities available to women across the State Service, the State Service Management Office is showcasing 16 inspirational women to share their stories and highlight the important contribution that women make to the Tasmanian community. Our very own Anita Yan from Land Tasmania was one of the very few selected. To find out more about Anitas journey and other inspiring womens stories go to http://www.dpac.tas.gov.au//women_in_the_tasmanian_state_s

03.01.2022 The Central Highlands of Tasmania are a rugged area with impressive scenery and world class trout fishing in the thousands of lakes and tarns located throughout... the Highland Lakes region. The map covers most of the plateau, it shows all of the lakes, how to get there along with launching facilities, accommodation, camping and caravan areas, fuel supplies and services. The reverse side features updated, detailed notes and maps covering the prime fishing lakes. The notes are packed with valuable information on regulations, fish types and the best fishing locations and methods. Visit www.tasmap.tas.gov.au to purchase. See more

03.01.2022 Meet Peter von Minden Peter is a Senior Spatial Information Officer specialising in Emergency Services Mapping with the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industri...es Park Water and Environment. Born in Hobart, Tasmania Peter has been married to Chon for 13 years. He is father of a four year old girl and a two year old boy. Employed as a Senior Spatial Information Officer specialising in Emergency Services Mapping with the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries Park Water and Environment he has kindly travelled up twice to assist with the NSW fires. He is very appreciative of such as supportive family and workplace to assist NSW much like NSW has supported Tasmania in past incidents. Thats true Aussie mate ship!! We might see Peter again soon unless he is assisting with mapping for any Tasmanian fires this season. Thanks for your help Peter and safe travels home.

02.01.2022 Australia will remember the 2019/20 bushfire season as one of the worst on record with an estimated 18.6 million hectares burnt. During November and December, Peter von Minden and Bryn Roberts, from Emergency Services - Geographical Information Systems (ES-GIS), were deployed to the New South Wales Lower North Coast to assist in the bushfire response. Based out of Kempsey, approximately 50 km north of Port Macquarie, the two ES-GIS team members undertook mapping tasks and worked alongside counterparts from NSW. To read the full article go to page 5 of the location matters newsletter at www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters

01.01.2022 Meet some of our staff who have been involved with the emergency response efforts to recent fires across the State. To read Robbs story and learn more about our people and their roles go to page 4 and 5 of the location matters newsletter Edition 17 www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/locationmatters