Earth Observation and Satellite Imagery
Geoscience Australia provides Earth observation services, expert advice, and information for decision makers through our National Earth Observation Group (previously known as ACRES). We are Australia's principal earth resource satellite ground station and data processing facility. More about our capabilities.
Latest News
- Landsat-5 resumes transmissions - On 18 December 2009, Landsat-5 experienced an anomaly with its image data transmitter. Thanks to the assiduous work of United States Geological Survey (USGS) personnel, Landsat-5 resumed transmissions on 7 January 2010 with a test downlink to Sioux Falls, USA. Geoscience Australia successfully received a test downlink on 8 January 2010.
- Earth Observation News Archive
Our Capabilities
An outline of our capabilities, including examples of recent work.
How to Get Satellite Imagery and Data
Find aerial photography, free online products or search the Earth Observation Catalogue. Ordering information is also available here, including pricing, licence conditions, order forms, distributors and terms and conditions.
Satellites and Sensors
A description of each satellite and radar sensor, including characteristics and links to product information.
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Updated: 09 03 2010
