Geography Teachers' Association of Queensland

Tonight at QLD State Library 💙

The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland (RGSQ) and the University of Queensland School of the Environment invite you to an engaging public forum exploring one of Australia's most significant and timely topics – Immigration in Australia.

Hear from leading researchers as they unpack Australia's changing migration patterns, visa pathways, international student mobility, and what the future may hold.

📅 Friday 28 August 2026
🕜 1:45 pm – 5:00 pm (Please arrive by 1:30 pm)
🍷 Networking drinks: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at St Lucy's Café

📍 Venue:
Andrew Liveris Building, Room 342
The University of Queensland, St Lucia

🎤 Keynote Address
Associate Professor Elin Charles-Edwards (UQ School of the Environment)
Australian Immigration Trends: Composition, Sources and Prospects

Expert Panel
• Associate Professor Aude Bernard – Becoming Permanently Temporary: Visa Trajectories in Australia (2006–2023)
• Associate Professor Thomas Sigler – Four Brisbanes, Three Melbournes: Exploring Clustering in International Migration Populations
• Dr Rennie Lee – Longitudinal Pathways of Student Visa Holders.

The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland Ltd - Immigration in Australia The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland and the University of Queensland School of the Environment have organised a public forum with an excellent panel of speakers to present some critical perspectives on Immigration in Australia. We hope you can join us for this important event.

EVENT: Looking for some extra knowledge on 'ecological hazards' particularly microplastic! The Queensland State Library are hosting an event tomorrow night. Check out the link for more information:

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The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland and the University of Queensland School of the Environment have organised a public forum with an excellent panel of speakers to present some critical perspectives on Immigration in Australia. We hope you can join us for this important event.

Friday 28 August, 2026
1:45-5pm; please arrive by 1.30pm
followed by St Lucy’s café for social drinks 5-7pm

VENUE: The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Andrew Liveris building room 342.
Link:

The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland Ltd - Immigration in Australia The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland and the University of Queensland School of the Environment have organised a public forum with an excellent panel of speakers to present some critical perspectives on Immigration in Australia. We hope you can join us for this important event.

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Complete the online questionnaire by 20 September 2026 to go into the draw. Prize draw T&Cs apply. https://survey.confirmit.com.au/wix/p253686265210.aspx

Are you as excited as us about the Australian Geography Teachers Association conference? We can't wait to be in Canberra in September!!!! Ticket links and registration here: https://www.agta2026conference.com.au/

Great event coming up with the The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland Ltd and The University of Queensland...check out the link on the post to sign up!

A reminder that The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland and the University of Queensland School of the Environment have organised a public forum with an excellent panel of speakers to present some critical perspectives on Immigration in Australia. We hope you can join us for this important event.

🗓️ Friday 28 August, 2026
🕰️ 1:45-5pm; please arrive by 1.30pm
followed by St Lucy’s café for social drinks 5-7pm

VENUE: The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Andrew N. Liveris building 46 room 342

CHAIRS: Dr Iraphne Childs, RGSQ; Assoc. Prof. Thomas Sigler, UQ-SENV
KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Associate Prof. Elin Charles-Edwards UQ SENV “Australian Immigration Trends: Composition, Sources and Prospects”
SPEAKERS:
- Assoc. Prof. Aude Bernard UQ-SENV
“Becoming permanently temporary: a population-level analysis of visa trajectories in Australia 2006-2023”
- Assoc. Prof. Thomas Sigler UQ-SENV
“Four Brisbanes, Three Melbournes: Exploring Clustering in International Migration Populations”
- Dr. Rennie Lee UQ-ISSR
“Longitudinal Pathways of Student Visa Holders”

ATTENDANCE COST (includes afternoon tea)
General public: $20 (Zoom $10)
RGSQ Members: $5 (Zoom $5)
UQ Staff free
Students free

Register at https://rgsq.org.au/event-6574798

It's Census Day! As geographers, we know that good decisions rely on good data. One of the most important datasets we use to understand Australia's people, places and environments is the Australian Census.

Census data helps geographers analyse population change, migration patterns, urban growth, housing, employment and the many factors that shape our communities. It's also a valuable resource for students completing geographical research and assignments.

So today, we encourage everyone to complete their Census accurately and thoughtfully. By taking the time to provide accurate information, you're contributing to a dataset that helps governments, researchers, planners and geographers better understand Australia and plan for the future.

Good geography starts with good data, and good data starts with you.

Australia's Future: Immigration, Population & Place.

Immigration is one of the most significant forces shaping Australia's future, but what does it mean for our cities, regions, economy, environment and communities?

Join leading researchers from the Royal Geographical Society of Queensland and The University of Queensland School of the Environment for an engaging public forum exploring the latest immigration trends and their geographical implications.

- Friday 28 August
- Attend in person or online via Zoom

This is an excellent professional learning opportunity for Geography teachers, university students, and anyone interested in Australia's demographic future.

- Registration is essential: https://rgsq.org.au/event-6574798

We encourage our GTAQ members to attend what promises to be a fascinating and highly relevant discussion.

The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland Ltd - Immigration in Australia The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland and the University of Queensland School of the Environment have organised a public forum with an excellent panel of speakers to present some critical perspectives on Immigration in Australia. We hope you can join us for this important event.

This sounds like a great opportunity! We can't wait to see everyone in Canberra. Don't forget to get your tickets ASAP - It is also Floriade in Canberra the same week as the conference so a perfect time to visit!!!!