A number of attractive and informative Technical Tours have been organised to complement the conference experience. These tours will visit sites and organisations of particular interest to delegates.
Date options:
Time: 0800-1830
Departure point: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition
Centre
Return point: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Fee: $285
Includes: lunch and snacks
Welcome to Minjerribah, a breathtaking island known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Nestled in the heart of Moreton Bay, this unspoiled paradise is home to pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and abundant wildlife. Minjerribah is also a place of deep cultural significance to the Quandamooka people, whose connection to the land stretches back thousands of years. Whether you're exploring its rugged coastlines, swimming in crystal-clear waters, or learning about its ancient history, Minjerribah offers a unique and unforgettable experience for all who visit.
Minjerribah, or North Stradbroke Island, is the third largest sand island in Queensland (K’gari to the north being the largest in the world). While celebrated for its natural beauty, Minjerribah has also been the site of complex development and land use debates. One of the most controversial issues has been sand mining, which had taken place on the island for decades. This industry has significantly impacted the environment, particularly the island's dunes and coastal ecosystems, sparking concerns about long-term damage to the land and wildlife. Over the years, various development projects, including tourism facilities and residential areas, have also raised tensions with the local community and environmental groups. At the heart of these debates is the Quandamooka people's call for greater recognition and control over their ancestral lands, as they work to preserve both their cultural heritage and the island’s natural resources. The challenge of balancing development with environmental protection and Indigenous rights remains a key issue for Minjerribah.
The Minjerribah day trips from Brisbane on Saturday 5th and Friday 11th April will allow delegates to experience a unique natural environment as we journey across Moreton Bay by ferry to the west coast of the island. Delegates will be welcomed at Brown Lake by Quandamooka cultural heritage guide Josh Walker who will explain the history and significance of this ‘perched’ lake to the traditional owners. The tour will move to the North Stradbroke Island Museum at Dunwich to hear from Queensland Government experts on the land management and land use challenges faced by the community since European settlement. The tour will then travel to the east coast and the settlement at Point Lookout (Queensland’s most easterly point) and an iconic coastline. The easy 1.2km gorge walk provides stunning views of the headlands, beaches and Pacific Ocean with whales, dolphins, rays and turtles regularly seen in season. This walk will be guided by Quandamooka and departmental staff. The walk concludes at the Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club above Main Beach for a lunch featuring the best local produce and drinks. The tour will return to Dunwich for the return ferry trip to Cleveland and conclude at the Brisbane Exhibition & Convention Centre.
Important Information: April temperatures High 26C (79F) and Low 16C (61F), a light jacket and a hat and comfortable covered shoes are recommended. There are steps and stairs as well as non-paved paths on the tour. Toilet facilities are available on the coach and ferry as well as all tour stops. The tour will proceed irrespective of weather – sunscreen and wet weather protection (ponchos) will be made available to delegates.
The Island:
North
Stradbroke Island - Wikipedia
North Stradbroke Island Museum:
(20+) Facebook
Gorge Walk:
https://stradbrokeisland.com/gorge-walk/
Ferry:
North Stradbroke Island Ferry | SeaLink North Stradbroke Island
Brown Lake: Brown
Lake | North Stradbroke Island
Josh Walker:
(20+)
Video | Facebook
Pt Lookout Surf Club:
Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club | North Stradbroke Island QLD
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Time: 1400-1700
Departure point: meet at 111 George St, Brisbane
Return point: finish at 111 George St, Brisbane
Fee: $25
Includes: afternoon tea
Join Queensland Senior Executives as they discuss Queensland’s
essential spatial datasets through innovative solutions. There’ll be a
panel discussion and an opportunity for Q&A at the end, along with a
networking session to follow.
In this overview you will learn about the core topics across
Queensland Government’s surveying, spatial and land administration
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Brisbane’s hosting the Olympics in 2032, has led to significant investment in digital engineering projects right across the Brisbane CBD. These technical tours will commence at The Cube at Queensland University of Technology, one of the world's largest digital interactive learning and display spaces consisting of 26 multi-touch screens and soaring across two storeys. It’s just then a short 10 min walk between each of three of the iconic projects including the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge, the Cross River Rail Experience Centre and the Queens Wharf Mixed development. The walking tours will be led by leading BIM Managers and Surveyors, who will share experience and take questions during the tours.
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Date: Tuesday 8 Apr |
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Brisbane clearly thinks differently when it comes to innovation and embracing diversity in our workforce. This technical tour will commence with a short 10 min bus ride from the convention centre to the offices of the multi award winning social enterprise Australian Spatial Analytics. Hear firsthand from founders and employees of this not-for-profit social enterprise providing professional data services and Geospatial and Digital Engineering careers for young neurodivergent adults.
The tour will then move to the home of the Brisbane Startup scene, “the Precinct “where you will meet and hear from a wide range of early to later stage Geospatial startup founders on what motivates them to think different and create new enterprise with Geospatial information
The QG Norfolk is a 19.71m (65’) fibreglass vessel equipped with a vast array of survey technology including the latest dual head multibeam Echo sounding and software capability. Each 30 min tour will include data collection of the city reach and displays including hardware and output /products.
Four tours per day departing at 20min past the hour
Tuesday 8 April 10:20 -13:20 (4 tours)
Wednesday 9 April 10:20 -13:20 (4 tours)
Thursday 10 April 10:20 -13:20 (4 tours)
Meeting point: Cultural Centre Public Pontoon, Southbank ( make
your own way down from the conference venue, guidance from the info
desk)
Cost: Free
Limited to 14 passengers per departure
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