Strategic Insight & Dynamic Development
Strategic Insight & Dynamic Development
Award-winning expertise and analysis
Designing tomorrow’s cities with today’s data
We use data to illuminate the complexities of economies and communities. Through this we help our clients enhance community wellbeing with strategic economic development, better infrastructure provision and more cost-effective investments and policies.
Our work has earned us multiple accolades, including awards from the Planning Institute of Australia, the Urban Development Institute of Australia and Economic Development
Australia.
The Geografia story
Over a decade of data & discovery
Since its establishment in Melbourne and Perth 16 years ago, Geografia has consistently been recognised for high-quality analysis, from peer reviewing other firms’ work to contributing to infrastructure, economic and strategic planning in every Australian state and
territory, as well as in Canada, Malaysia, Indonesia, New Zealand, French Polynesia, China and Mexico.
Geografia was formed with the mission to apply complex systems analysis and the best available data and data tools to improve the wellbeing of communities. We are drivenby a commitment to innovation and quality.
Our unique methodologies
The Geografia Difference
Our unique methodologies are guided by our core values:
- Respecting skills and knowledge:
We prioritise continuous learning and expert application in all our projects. - Being thoughtful and striving for better answers:
Every solution is crafted with care, aiming for the most effective outcome. - Welcoming debate and valuing constructive tension:
We believe in the power of diverse perspectives to refine our insights. - Enjoying developing and sharing new ideas and solutions:
Innovation is at the heart of our practice, fostering a creative environment.These principles guide our use of advanced analytics in demography, economics, and spatial analysis, ensuring our data-driven solutions are not only robust and actionable but also ethically grounded and forward-thinking.
Our accolades
Geografia’s achievements
Best Planning Ideas – Large Project for Greater Launceston Plan
2017 | Economic Development Australia
Economic Development Initiatives – Rural & Remote – for Small Town, Big Data: Shire of Broome
2018 | Economic Development Australia
Digital Entrepreneurs – for Spendmapp
2021 Urban Development Institute Australia NSW
City Life Labs Prize – for City Analytics
2019 | The Commonwealth Department of Industry, Innovation and Science’s Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII)
Feasibility Study funding for Tourism Revenue Impact Predictor (TRIP), the next generation of tourism impact prediction models
Our valued clients
Collaborating for success
Geografia has built a robust track record of partnering with clients to address complex economic, demographic, and spatial challenges. We have worked with state and federal government departments, local councils, and businesses across Australia and overseas. Notable collaborations include the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs (QLD), ACT Government,
Department of Regional NSW, and numerous local councils from the Kimberley to Tasmania and across to New Zealand. From Far North Queensland to the South West of Western Australia. Up to Malaysia and across to Canada.
The Geografia team
The people powering our progress
We believe our team is our greatest asset. With a wealth of experience across many industries, each member brings complementary skills and perspectives to our projects. Our collective commitment to innovation and quality ensures we deliver data-driven solutions that often exceed our clients’ expectations.
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Testimonials
Having access to Spendmapp data has transformed Economic Development in the Baw Baw Shire. The data has allowed us to identify trends and opportunities, monitor performance and provide reports for Council. The tools within Spendmapp have been valuable in evaluating the success of events and helping to attract business to our Shire. Spendmapp staff have been fantastic to deal with, offering support and assistance as needed.
Tim Sweeney, Economic Development, Baw Baw Shire Council
Spendmapp has truly enhanced the work we do in Economic Development. Having access to this type of quantitative insight allows us to understand the patterns and factors that influence economic activity in our city and in turn develop strategies with more nuance and specific direction. In addition the support from Spendmapp has been outstanding and staff are on hand to explain or assist at the drop of a hat.
Nicholas Croker, Economic Development Officer, Warrnambool City Council