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Bridging study, community, and real‑world careers in surveying and spatial services On Wednesday, 11 March 2026, Sandra Wenzel, recent TAFE graduate and a committee member of Women in Surveying and Spatial Service WA, had the pleasure of speaking with three classes of Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Services students at North Metropolitan TAFE . Her goal was simple: to help students see what life beyond the classroom looks like—and how connected, supportive, and welc

Can you have your cake and eat it too? The Women in Surveying & Spatial Sciences WA Forum hosted its first sold‑out Breakfast Meeting of 2026, and the conversations sparked will resonate well beyond the room. Our guest speaker, Dr Emma McConnell, challenged a long‑held assumption—that work and life are competing forces, constantly pulling us in different directions. Instead, she re-framed the conversation toward work–life integration, reminding us that our work should support

Women in Surveying & Spatial Sciences WA – 2025 Sundowner Wrap-Up Last night, we closed out the 2025 calendar in style at The Camfield, celebrating new friendships, industry connections, and the incredible achievements of the year. It was a fantastic turnout, and the energy in the room reflected the strength and passion of our community. ✨ Highlights of the evening: • Reflecting on the milestones we’ve achieved together in 2025. • Welcoming Krista de Blanken from Luma to

Last Friday, the Women in Surveying & Spatial Sciences WA committee came together for a productive and forward-thinking strategic session. It was an excellent opportunity to align on priorities, share insights, and set a clear roadmap for the months ahead. Key highlights from the meeting: ✅ Reviewed current performance and identified growth opportunities ✅ Discussed innovative approaches to enhance efficiency and deliver greater value to our attendees ✅ Strengthened coll

Today we celebrated Women’s Health Week with an honest and empowering conversation about mental health, belonging, and resilience in male-dominated industries. Did you know... • Women in male-dominated industries are 50% more likely to report high stress levels. • 1 in 3 women experience gender-based discrimination at work. • Expectations around caregiving, long hours, and rigid schedules add extra pressure. • Burnout and mental health impacts are higher for women than men

Today’s (sold out) Women in Surveying & Spatial Sciences Breakfast brought together students, educators, and industry professionals to explore the theme: "Navigating Your Career: Building Mentorship & Networks." Facilitated by Gwynneth Shewan (RM Surveys) and supported by panel members Alice Nicolaescu (Veris), Vanessa Ung (Landgate), Dr David Belton (Curtin University), and Dr Michael Kuhn (NMTAFE), the forum sparked honest conversations about what it means to mentor,