Queensland Topographic data schema



What is happening?
  • The Queensland Government is releasing an updated Queensland Topographic data schema for the Topographic digital spatial datasets
  • This includes changes to layer names, field names and attribute structure
When?
  • 19th June 2024
Why?
  • The current Topographic data schema hasn't been updated since the early 2000's
  • Updating the schema with new and improved fields allows it to work better with current and possible future delivery techniques
  • Aligns with UN data themes to allow a seamless integration with nationwide datasets
  • The Topographic data aligns with Australia's current datum - GDA2020
Who?
  • For all globe users, the change should be fairly seamless, with some changes in line styles and/or names, however saved maps may be impacted and need re-saving
  • The Topographic base map will not be impacted
What's new?
  • Extra fields and more "user-friendly" names for fields within the Topographic layers
  • Update to the Watercourse dataset for better display performance and a regular update cycle instead of ad-hoc updates
  • Ability to turn off stream ordering labels on Watercourses
  • Ability to turn off map labels
  • Population Centres have been updated and will display real-time edits instead of ad-hoc updates
  • As a reminder, the 1m and 5m LiDAR contours were released in mid-April and are available under Elevation theme
What do you need to do
  • Open any saved maps and re-save them to pick up the new schema changes, please contact us if you need further assistance
Additional information and support
Layers impacted in Queensland Globe
Category Layer Sub-layer
Location Population centres
Elevation Mountains and ranges
Contours (updated in April 2024)
Inland waters Watercourse
Water features Dam, Rockpool, Waterhole, Waterfall, Flat or swamp, Pondage area
Oceans Bays
Marine infrastructure Lighthouses, Breakwaters, groynes and sea walls, Marinas
Reefs and shoals
Passages
Transportation Airports and heliports
Railway stations Railway station, Railway station - under construction, Railway station - proposed, Railway station - siding
Railway Railway - detailed, Railway, Railway - under construction, Railway - proposed, Railway tunnel