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2026
GeoNight 2026 – International Night of Geography  Join Geographers across Australia and across the globe! 08th April 2026
GeoNight 2026 – International Night of Geography .
This month, Geography Victoria is delighted to be part of GeoNight, an international celebration of Geography... Geography Victoria Newsletter 03rd April 2026
This month, Geography Victoria is delighted to be part of GeoNight, an international celebration of Geography....
The Flinders Ranges tour, led by RGSSA’s Head of Travel, Joc Schmiechen, was an engaging and well-organised adventure. RGSSA Flinders Ranges Trip – March 2026 03rd April 2026
The Flinders Ranges tour, led by RGSSA’s Head of Travel, Joc Schmiechen, was an engaging and well-organised adventure..
Coming Up in April - Fieldtrip – Geog Vic Annual Melbourne Walking Tour & Geo Night 2026 Upcoming Events Register Now 25th March 2026
Coming Up in April - Fieldtrip – Geog Vic Annual Melbourne Walking Tour & Geo Night 2026.
Be in the running for three (3) fabulous geographical prizes by filling out our Geography Victoria survey. Member Survey 24th March 2026
Be in the running for three (3) fabulous geographical prizes by filling out our Geography Victoria survey..
Geographers love to explore..... Geography Victoria Newsletter 26th February 2026
Geographers love to explore......
After a summer break, we have hit the ground running with a special event on Sunday, February 1 for members of both Geography Victoria and The Royal Society of Victoria, of which we are an affiliate. What a thrill it was to explore the beautiful Exhibition Building without an exhibition in place..... Geography Victoria Newsletter 06th February 2026
After a summer break, we have hit the ground running with a special event on Sunday, February 1 for members of both Geography Victoria and The Royal Society of Victoria, of which we are an affiliate. What a thrill it was to explore the beautiful Exhibition Building without an exhibition in place......
Sarah Hamylton is an associate professor at the University of Wollongong and Director of that University’s Spatial Analysis Laboratory. Her latest book, Plotting the Oceans: Stories of Powerful Maps and Their Makers, was published on 1 February 2026 by Monash University Publishing. Book Review: Plotting the Oceans: Stories of Powerful Maps and Their Makers 06th February 2026
Sarah Hamylton is an associate professor at the University of Wollongong and Director of that University’s Spatial Analysis Laboratory. Her latest book, Plotting the Oceans: Stories of Powerful Maps and Their Makers, was published on 1 February 2026 by Monash University Publishing..
As a member of Geography Victoria, you are invited to participate in a very special event to start 2026 Special Members Event 01st January 2026
As a member of Geography Victoria, you are invited to participate in a very special event to start 2026.
2025
It was only a year ago that Geography Victoria was officially launched, and what an exciting year it has been. In that short time, we have achieved many important milestones. Your support has made progress possible across a wide range of areas, and it is with great enthusiasm that we now look ahead to 2026. End of Year Message from the President 18th December 2025
It was only a year ago that Geography Victoria was officially launched, and what an exciting year it has been. In that short time, we have achieved many important milestones. Your support has made progress possible across a wide range of areas, and it is with great enthusiasm that we now look ahead to 2026..
December is a busy time of year and for Geography Victoria the highlight is our final event for the year. Join us for a fun and free Christmas StoryWalk® that is perfect for the “young”, the “old”, and everyone in between. Geography Victoria Newsletter 11th December 2025
December is a busy time of year and for Geography Victoria the highlight is our final event for the year. Join us for a fun and free Christmas StoryWalk® that is perfect for the “young”, the “old”, and everyone in between..
We are delighted to announce that the City of Melbourne Libraries have asked Geography Victoria to present another Free Family Fun Christmas Storywalk® Event this year. 2025 FREE Christmas StoryWalk® Sunday 14 December 21st November 2025
We are delighted to announce that the City of Melbourne Libraries have asked Geography Victoria to present another Free Family Fun Christmas Storywalk® Event this year..
I am excited to report that Geography Victoria has been invited to act as an ex-officio member of the National Committee for Geographical Sciences under the auspices of the Australian Academy of Sciences. Geography Victoria Newsletter 31st October 2025
I am excited to report that Geography Victoria has been invited to act as an ex-officio member of the National Committee for Geographical Sciences under the auspices of the Australian Academy of Sciences. .
Spring has arrived and Geographers (which is anyone interested in the Earth, its inhabitants and the dynamic relationship between them) – like nothing better than “getting out into the field”. Geography Victoria Newsletter 30th September 2025
Spring has arrived and Geographers (which is anyone interested in the Earth, its inhabitants and the dynamic relationship between them) – like nothing better than “getting out into the field”. .
We have some wonderful speakers/presenters who will share their contributions and bold visions for the future of the “lower stretch” of the Birrarung/Yarra River. Join us on our next field trip: Birrarung/Yarra River Revival 14th September 2025
We have some wonderful speakers/presenters who will share their contributions and bold visions for the future of the “lower stretch” of the Birrarung/Yarra River..
August was a full and exciting month for Geography Victoria! Geography Victoria Newsletter 05th September 2025
August was a full and exciting month for Geography Victoria!.
Geography Victoria’s August Events Geography Victoria Newsletter 08th August 2025
Geography Victoria’s August Events.
July Newsletter - Book NOW for Upcoming Events Geography Victoria Newsletter 18th July 2025
July Newsletter - Book NOW for Upcoming Events.
Learn how to navigate with a map and compass - An indoor Geography Victoria Event @ the RSV Geog Vic June 30 event - book now - only a few places left. 23rd June 2025
Learn how to navigate with a map and compass - An indoor Geography Victoria Event @ the RSV.
Geography Victoria provides opportunities for people of all ages to explore the world around them.  Geography Victoria Newsletter 03rd June 2025
Geography Victoria provides opportunities for people of all ages to explore the world around them. .
The new Geography Victoria Board is getting straight to work developing a great program for the next year, but also starting to develop a strategic plan for our new organisation. Geography Victoria Newsletter 01st May 2025
The new Geography Victoria Board is getting straight to work developing a great program for the next year, but also starting to develop a strategic plan for our new organisation..
Following our successful sold-out CBD walking tour events in 2024, our next fieldtrip will venture into NEW territory in the CBD! Register for the Grey to Green Walking Tour - Sunday 18 May 24th April 2025
Following our successful sold-out CBD walking tour events in 2024, our next fieldtrip will venture into NEW territory in the CBD!.
Congratulations to our new Geography Victoria Board Members who will fulfil their roles for the next two years. Geography Victoria Newsletter 03rd April 2025
Congratulations to our new Geography Victoria Board Members who will fulfil their roles for the next two years..
What has LEGO got to do with the upcoming Geography Victoria AGM? Geography Victoria Newsletter 17th March 2025
What has LEGO got to do with the upcoming Geography Victoria AGM?.
On Monday, 24th February, the group of 30 Melburnians signed up for Geography Victoria's first field trip for the year met at the City of Melbourne’s Greenline Project Hub located at 13 Princes Walk, right on the banks of the Yarra River - Birrarung, below Federation Square.  The Greenline Project – A Geography Victoria Fieldtrip 16th March 2025
On Monday, 24th February, the group of 30 Melburnians signed up for Geography Victoria's first field trip for the year met at the City of Melbourne’s Greenline Project Hub located at 13 Princes Walk, right on the banks of the Yarra River - Birrarung, below Federation Square. .
What will Melbourne look like in the future?  Join us on our first fieldtrip in 2025 to discover the plans! Geography Victoria Update 11th February 2025
What will Melbourne look like in the future?  Join us on our first fieldtrip in 2025 to discover the plans!.
We are thrilled to welcome you back for a new year of fabulous events. Geography Victoria Members' Update 01st February 2025
We are thrilled to welcome you back for a new year of fabulous events..
2024
2024 A Year in Review: Highlight of the Year - Official Launch of Geography Victoria – 10 November Geography Victoria Update 18th December 2024
2024 A Year in Review: Highlight of the Year - Official Launch of Geography Victoria – 10 November.
After the hugely successful launch of Geography Victoria, we are partnering with the City of Melbourne to provide a fun event for families with young children to celebrate the festive season.  Geography Victoria Update 22nd November 2024
After the hugely successful launch of Geography Victoria, we are partnering with the City of Melbourne to provide a fun event for families with young children to celebrate the festive season. .
On Sunday the 10th of November the official launch of Geography Victoria took place at Marvellous Melbourne’s fabulous Town Hall. A Momentous Day for Geography in Victoria 15th November 2024
On Sunday the 10th of November the official launch of Geography Victoria took place at Marvellous Melbourne’s fabulous Town Hall. .
Sunday 10 November 2024 Melbourne Town Hall – 3:30 pm Introducing Our Panel Speakers - Launch of Geography Victoria 31st October 2024
Sunday 10 November 2024 Melbourne Town Hall – 3:30 pm.
Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure-hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location. It began in 2000, when public access was granted to high-resolution GPS navigation and celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025. Geocaching at the RSV 29th October 2024
Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure-hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location. It began in 2000, when public access was granted to high-resolution GPS navigation and celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025..
After a fabulous field trip to the Mornington Peninsula during National Science Week, we have two exciting events on the horizon. Geography Victoria Members' Update 23rd September 2024
After a fabulous field trip to the Mornington Peninsula during National Science Week, we have two exciting events on the horizon..
Geography Victoria is totally supportive of the proposal by the Melbourne High School principal for all Year 11 students to study a Humanities subject. Melbourne High School pushes for compulsory year 11 humanities subjects 29th July 2024
Geography Victoria is totally supportive of the proposal by the Melbourne High School principal for all Year 11 students to study a Humanities subject..