The following Registered Professional Geoscientist (RPGeo) applications have been received. (Updated 14 December, 2024)
AIG Fellows and Members with knowledge of the applicants are invited to provide written reviews by email. AIG’s professional registration program includes both each applicant’s relevant professional experience and ethics.
AIG’s Registered Professional Geoscientist (RPGeo) program is Australia’s most rigorous recognition program for continuous professional development by Australian geoscientists. The Registered Professional Geoscientist (RPGeo) program of AIG recognises Fellows and Members who have committed to the maintenance and continuous development of their technical and professional skills and capabilities. This commitment is widely recognised by employers. Importantly, the program provides a means by which self-employed geoscientists and consultants may demonstrate their commitment to continuous professional development to both existing and potential clients.
AIG’s RPGeo program is unique in Australia by specifically recognising experience in up to three fields of geoscientific practice.
Further information regarding AIG’s Registered Professional Geoscientist programme is available here.
The Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG) is seeking volunteers to serve as State Champions for the 2025 Mentoring Program.
State Champions are vital to the program’s success, playing a key role in:
• Matching Mentors and Mentees: Reviewing applications and strategically pairing mentors with mentees based on their career goals and expertise (4-12 hours over April-May; more for states with larger number of participants).
• Building community: Organising at least three social events throughout the year (May-November) to foster connections and networking amongst participants.
• Collaboration and support: Attending monthly committee meetings and in some instances, working with other State Champions and the AIG Support team.
• Seek and pursue sponsors: Identify prospective federal and local state program sponsors
• Communication: Helping to draft communication materials for mentors and mentees.
Why Become a State Champion?
• Make a difference in the geoscience community by supporting career development.
• Gain valuable leadership and organisational skills.
• Network with other passionate geoscientists.
• Contribute to a program with a proven track record of success (over 200 mentor-mentee pairings since its inception).
Who can apply?
This is a great opportunity for AIG members who are interested in:
• Mentoring and supporting others in their careers.
• Contributing to a positive and engaging program.
• Building their leadership skills
We highly encourage previous state champions to apply!
How to Apply:
If you’re enthusiastic about mentoring and making a difference in the geoscience field, apply now through the application form: https://forms.office.com/r/XT7dt4qqmn. Nominations close Friday, 13 December 2024.
Nominations will be assessed by a steering committee who will select the best fit for each State Champion role.
Don’t miss this chance to be a leader and make a positive impact. Apply today!
JORC Committee invites public feedback of the draft JORC Code.
The Australasian Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC) has released the draft JORC Code for public feedback through an online survey, seeking comment from stakeholders ahead of the final review and update of the JORC Code.
The public feedback period will be open for three months, closing 31st October 2024.
The survey allows for responses to be tailored to those elements of the code with which you have the most interaction, experience and interest and can be completed by both individuals and/or organisation entities.
In addition to the survey, JORC engagement events will be held in major centres and online from mid-August to end of September. The schedule of events is available here Draft JORC Code Consultation Events
JORC engagement events are being organised in co-ordination with the Parent Bodies AIG, AusIMM, and MCA, and will be advertised on the JORC Website and in member communications.
Your participation and feedback is encouraged.
Access documents and survey via: https://www.jorc.org/
AIG NEWS 154 July 2024 is Available – Download it here!
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The Australian Institute of Geoscientists’ Student Bursary Program was initiated to promote and support geoscience education in Australia. The Bursary Program began in 2001 to mark the 20th Anniversary of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG) and, since then, the AIG has awarded over 250 bursaries to geoscience students in Australian universities. In 2024, the AIG is again offering bursaries to Honours, Postgraduate and Third Year geoscience students.
The 2024 Bursary awards, which have values between A$1000 and A$3000, are supported by the AIG nationally, and also by the generous support of individuals and organisations, including AIG Members.
Eligibility criteria and guidelines for bursary applications are given on pages 1, 2 and 3. A bursary application form is included as page 4.
The AIG Student Bursary Program is open to students who, at the closing date for applications, are:
The AIG Bursary awards are generally announced and awarded in early- to mid-October each year. Applicants seeking funding for specific activities should ensure that the timing of these activities is appropriate to this schedule.
The application guidelines and form are now available for download.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 1 August 2024.
Applicants should fill in the application form, complete with the requested signatures, and upload it in a zip file along with the documents requested in the guidelines. Applicants are also requested to fill in the fields below, so that we can confirm contact details and check we have received the relevant uploaded application documents.
AIG NEWS 153 May 2024 is Available – Download it here!
In this issue…
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists is to be held on Wednesday 15th May 2024 at 4.30pm (AWST) at the Celtic Club, 48 Ord Street, West Perth and online via webinar.
Eligible members who wish to attend via webinar should register their interest in joining by registering by Monday 13th May.
Click here for the AGM agenda.
Click here for the Minutes of the 2023 Annual General Meeting.
Click here to download a Proxy Form for the 2024 AGM
The Audited Financial report is now available.
There are three AIG Board Director vacancies for the three year period from 2024 to be determined at the next Annual General Meeting and we are seeking Members and Fellows with desirable skills, experience and networks to become engaged and active Directors on our Board.
It is an exciting time to consider being a part of AIG’s leadership.
Nominations will close at 4pm AEST on 23rd April 2024.
AIG NEWS 152 December 2023 is Available Now!
In this issue…
A Message From Our President, Strategic Plan, Professional Development Questionnaire 2023, AIG Western Australia Branch, AIG TAS Branch News, AIG QLD News 2023, QLD Awards, AIG Distinguished Service Awards 2023, AIG Bursary Awareness for 2023, Mineral Exploration Insurance, Registered Professional Geo-scientists, New AIG Members, Preliminary Note, Ethics and Standards Committee Update
As the year draws to a close, we want to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for your unwavering support. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the coming year.
May you and your family have a wonderful holiday season filled with joy and happy memories. From the entire AIG Team, we wish that you have a Merry Christmas and a joyful New Year!
VALMIN Committee vacancies: express your interest!
The ‘Australasian Code for Public Reporting of technical assessments and valuations of mineral assets’(the VALMIN Code) sets out requirements for the assessing and valuing mineral assets and securities for public reports including those appended to prospectuses and independent expert reports. The VALMIN Code was first published in 1995, with subsequent editions published in 1997, 2005 and 2015. It forms a companion code to the JORC Code that is currently under a public review process.
The VALMIN Committee was established to develop and maintain the Code and comprises representatives in equal number from the two parent bodies: The Australian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy (AusIMM) and the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG). The Committee currently has a call for nominations to fill a number of positions and members are invited to submit an expression of interest (EOI). It is anticipated that a VALMIN Code update process will commence after release of the next JORC Code edition.
Participating in a committee is a rewarding experience and a great way to get involved with the AusIMM or AIG, help promote professional standards and meet new people working in the resources sector. This is a volunteer role and candidates must be financial members, be available to attend regular meetings via teleconference, and contribute towards the promotion and update of the Code.
It is intended to refer EOIs to the current committee who will then recommend appointments to the AusIMM and AIG Boards for approval. Candidates will be evaluated against criteria that include, but are not limited to, the following:
If you believe you have the background and available time to give to this committee, please submit your expression of interest addressing the above criteria to contact@VALMIN.org by COB 20 November 2023.
