On behalf of the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, GIS People is delivering introductory hands-on training for Queensland Globe to Government staff across Queensland. Locations confirmed for the roadshow so far include Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Gold Coast, Mackay, Rockhampton, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and Townsville.

For information on course content, location and dates, visit the Queensland Globe Training website: http://queenslandglobe.com.au.

The half-day workshop is aimed primarily at non-GIS and non-technical staff within both Local and State Government who wish to learn about Queensland Globe and how it can benefit their department. The workshop is hands-on – computers provided – and delivered by highly experienced trainers.

Based in Google Earth, Queensland Globe is part of the Government’s Open Data Initiative and gives both Government staff, the public and GIS professionals a fantastic tool to visualise spatial data from across Queensland. Data includes boundaries, land parcels, schools, wildlife, habitats, geology, floods, transport routes and much more.

Bookings can be made by visiting http://queenslandglobe.com.au/training-schedule-map. The workshop costs $250 + GST per person, with a training pack and morning or afternoon tea included.

Questions? Contact Training Coordinator Rachelle Broad: Email Contact; 0449 514 495.