Australia/New Zealand Chapter Report 2007

Australia / New Zealand

• Period covered by report: Jan-Dec 2007
• Contact name: Tim Bowden

Key Accomplishments

• Prepared a successful bid to host FOSS4G in 2009.
• Generated interest in OSGeo and FOSS4G in Government, Industry and the Australian Open Source Community.
• Presentation and booth at linux.conf.au, Sydney, January 2007.
• Booth at Spatial Sciences Institute International Biennial Conference, Hobart, May 2007.
• Presentation and booth at GITA 2007 Geospatial Infrastructure Solutions Conference, Brisbane, August 2007.
• Presentation to Victorian Department for Primary Industries Spatial Sciences Workshop, Melbourne, September 2007.
• Obtained legal advice on best structure for incorporation as a non profit organisation. This proposal has been endorsed by members of the Chapter.

Areas for Improvement

• We need to develop protocols and processes to ensure smooth running of the chapter.

Opportunities to Help

• Assist with the planning and preparation for FOSS4G 2009.
• Offers of Patronage will be greatly appreciated.

Outlook for 2008

• Incorporate OSGeo Australia / New Zealand as a not for profit organisation.
• Seeking Patronage to ensure the future of the chapter.
• Advocacy to spread the word of the quality FOSS4G software available.
• Planning and preparation to ensure an outstanding FOSS4G 2009.