A voluntary, not-for-profit organisation for advancing geographical science and promoting public awareness and enjoyment of Geography and related topics.
Advance public awareness of, and interest in, geography and related disciplines, including environmental issues
Encourage research and scholarship in geography
Recognise and reward achievements in geography
Commemorate past achievements of significance to geography
The Society is custodian of an extensive library of antique, rare and current books and maps. Many are featured in our Treasures. Amongst its various activities the Society organises lectures on topical issues, publishes a scholarly journal, recognises contributions to geography through an active awards program, and convenes an active field activities program.
The RGSSA welcomes professional geographers, geography graduates, and all those with an enthusiasm for geography, travel and exploration to join.
The RGSSA Library contains over 25,000 volumes and is one of the most significant collections of rare geographical books and manuscripts in Australia.
The Society supports a number of awards and prizes to promote geographical education and research, and to recognise members’ efforts.
23 October 2024 | 5:30 pm
Monthly Lecture
This lecture will trace the development of instruments and other technologies used to determine our location on the earth’s surface, both on land and at sea.
24 October 2024 | 10:30 am
Rare Books Group
A real opportunity to walk in the footsteps of this amazing man, Charles Todd (with credit to Keith Conlon and Richard Venus)..
7 November 2024 | 12:00 pm
Lunchtime Meeting
Corey's research is mainly in the area of global-change ecology — how human endeavour and climate fluctuations have altered past, present and future ecosystems.
14 November 2024 | 5:00 pm
Monthly Lecture
Professor Andy Gleadow, Dr Damien Finch, Iain Waina
NOTE: This lecture is being held on the second Thursday in November.
As this lecture will be very popular, bookings are essential to guarantee admittance.
Rock art is a significant archive of our rich cultural heritage and helps us understand our Australian history. Our presenters will share how traditional owners and scientists have worked together over the last decade to determine the age of rock art sites on Kwini and Balanggarra Country in the East Kimberley.
28 November 2024 | 10:30 am
Rare Books Group
Details to be provided closer to the event
12 December 2024 | 6:00 pm
Events
The Society's Annual Dinner at which presentations are made to those who have made an outstanding contribution to the Society, and/or Geography.
11 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Trips & Tours
Following the highly successful and informative SE and Western Victoria Tour 29 April – 4 May 2024, the Society is planning a repeat with a few additions from our last experience for those who missed out.
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