Over the years FunGIS has seen some outstanding geospatial projects and products showcased at the annual FunGIS Conference, and in 2024 the FunGIS Exec established the inaugural FunGIS Awards in recognition of these demonstrations of spatial excellence.

2024 FunGIS Spatial Innovation Awards

Radical researcher - Geospatial Game Changer Award

Recognising projects that have had a significant contribution to research or evolving new knowledge through the application of geospatial approaches to solving real world problems.

Grass Roots and Green - Geospatial Award for Environmental Impact

Recognising products or projects that have helped to resolve an environmental issue through contemporary use of geospatial technologies and methodologies.

Far North and Far More Awesome! - Award for Geospatial Innovation in the Tropics

Recognising new and innovative use of geospatial knowledge and technologies to address local issues in north Queensland.

Important Dates:

Awards open for nominations: Tuesday 25 June 2024

Award nominations close: 5pm, Friday 26 July 2024

Awards Presentation Night: Thursday 15 August 2024 at the FunGIS Conference Dinner

Who can apply:

Nominations are invited from geospatial professionals and organisations based in Australia, whose nominated project/product was completed in the last 12 months.

There is no cost to nominate for these Awards.