Learn how to access nationally-consistent groundwater information through the Australian Bureau of Meteorology's suite of products. The course covers the National Groundwater Information System, Australian Groundwater Explorer, Australian Groundwater Insight, and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDE) Atlas. Gain insights into how these tools can be utilized for environmental impact assessments, water planning, management, and research. The teaching method includes a webinar format with a demonstration by John Sharples. This course is intended for individuals involved in environmental assessments, water resource management, research, and decision-making processes.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Welcome
National Water Accounts
Bureau of Meteorology
Water Act 2007
Groundwater Information Suite
Australian Groundwater Explorer
Australian Groundwater Insight
GDE Atlas
Conclusion
Interview
QA
Natural Resources
Groundwater Quality
National Groundwater Data
Who Owns the Data
Where to Get the Data
Will This Data Be Available for Other States
Is This Groundwater Model Free to Use
Future Plans for the Explorer
Boundary Information
Automated Access
State Boundaries
Limited Water Level Data
Water Resource Forwarding
Average vs Current
Taught by
Australian Water School
