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. 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.
19 May 2023
27 April 2023
26 February 2023
15 June 2023 | 5:30 pm
Monthly Lecture
Rob's talk will discuss the Aboriginal language families of Australia, the impact of colonisation, the important role of missionaries, and the modern reclamation of some of these languages particularly the Kaurna language of the Adelaide plains
22 June 2023 | 10:30 am
Rare Books Group
Explore some of the Society's large collection of pamphlets on a diverse range of topics.
20 July 2023 | 5:30 pm
Monthly Lecture
Since retiring, Ralph and other 4WD club members have been tackling the problem of introduced cactus species.
27 July 2023 | 10:30 am
Rare Books Group
More details to be available closer to the session.
17 August 2023 | 5:30 pm
Monthly Lecture
Following the hugely popular lecture on Kimberley rock art in March, Sandy will take us on a journey to the Kimberley coast.
24 September 2023 | 8:00 am
Trips & Tours
An exciting and nostalgic cruise aboard the heritage paddle steamer PS ‘Marion’ from Swan Reach to Walkers Flat.
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