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.
18 November 2022
26 September 2022
15 August 2022
8 December 2022 | 6:30 pm
Events
The Annual Christmas Dinner will be held on Thursday 8 December 2022, commencing at 6:30 for 7:15pm at Adelaide Pavilion, corner South Terrace and Peacock Road, Adelaide.
16 February 2023 | 5:00 pm
Monthly Lecture
The challenges and opportunities of developing appropriate responses to new levels of natural hazard risk.
16 March 2023 | 5:00 pm
Monthly Lecture
A fascinating insight into Joc and Leigh's travels in the outback and especially the Kimberley
20 April 2023 | 5:00 pm
Monthly Lecture
Discover the world as travelled by Guy over the last 45 years.
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