OSGeo - User contributions [en]

Australia

2007-01-10T23:15:33Z

Wiki-Lofberm:

== Brainstorming ==
This page is meant as a place to put down ideas for the formation of an Australian OSGeo chapter.

== Interested? ==
''Put you name / wiki account down below to show support moving forward,

Chris Tweedie [[User:ctweedie |(ctweedie)]] 
Geospatial Specialist 
Department of Land Information, WA 

Tim Bowden 
Mapforge Geospatial 
Perth, WA 

Angus Scown [[User:Angusscown | (Angusscown)]] 
Spatial Data eXchange 
Brisbane, QLD 

Shoaib Burq [[User:sab| (sab)]] 
nomad labs Pty. Ltd. 
Melbourne, VIC 

Cameron Shorter [[User:camerons| (camerons)]] 
Geospatial Portals Manager, http://terrapages.com.au/ 
Sydney, NSW 

Jacob Delfos [[User:jacob_delfos|(jacob_delfos)]] 
GIS Analyst 
Maunsell Australia Pty Ltd 
Perth, Australia 

Brendon Ward [[User:bward|(bward)]] 
GIS Analyst 
CSIRO Marine 
Hobart, Australia 

Rob Atkinson [[User:Roba|(bward)]] 
Principal Consultant 
Social Change Online 
Sydney, Australia 

Rad Lazic [[User:SpatialCivil|(SpatialCivil)]] 
Principal Consultant 
Spatial Civil 
Melbourne, Australia 

Milton Lofberg [[User:lofberm|(lofberm)]] 
GIS Technical Consultant 
Autodesk 
Sydney, Australia 

== Steps to create an Australian OSGeo Chapter ==
Here are my thoughts [[User:tbowden | (Tim Bowden)]] on what has to be done to get an Australian Chapter of OSGeo up and running. Feel free to edit ferociously where needed;

Following the [http://osgeo.org/content/chapters/guidelines.html Local Chapter Guidelines] we need to address the following
issues;
* '''''Chapter Roles'''''
# ''Provide member networking opportunities for support and job opportunities''
#* An active mailing list, chapter wiki and occasional face to face events should answer this need
#* Forums also provide an excellent source of community support
#* Documentation pages where you can share you experiences, tips and traps installing/running OSGeo software
# ''Software Internationalization and Localization''
#* Anything to be done here for Australia (& NZ?)
#* Some resources could be useful here, for example proj4 parameters for local projections [http://wiki.nomad-labs.dyndns.org/melbmap/published/Australian+Projections (e.g. from Melb. Mapserver User Group's Wiki]
# ''Development of prototype applications to demonstrate Open Source geospatial capabilities to local and regional audiences''
#* There are already a number of publicly available applications (wms/wfs mainly?) that are using osgeo software. Perhaps a web page pointing to them that details what software is being used in each would be a good start.
# ''Software Packaging and Customization for local and regional needs''
#* I can't see a need for Packaging or customisation for Australia. Possibly one of the biggest regional needs I can think of is pointers to free local geospatial data. Anyone got anything else?
# ''Training, Support and Development of e-Learning Contents in local languages''
#* English local enough <grin>? As far as hands on training goes, that's firmly in the hands of local contractors responding to client demand.
# ''Support Open standards and Open access to geospatial data in region''
#* Supporting Open Standards and Open acces to geospatial data is a sine qua non for OSGeo, so our chapter should publicly support this position. Previous comments about lack of formal OSGeo policy on the issue of open access to geospatial data are incorrect (thanks Arnulf).
# ''Promoting OSGeo and enhancing visibility in various forums''
#* We could look at getting an article in the local GIS print media from time to time. This should probably be driven by the contractors earning a living off GeoFOSS.
* '''''Chapter Responsibilities'''''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" officially represents OSGeo and is formally recognized as OSGeo Project.''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" must support the OSGeo Mission and Objectives of OSGeo.''
#* 1 & 2 require that we conduct our business with the appropriate level of equanimity and circumspection with regard to the stated goals of OSGeo. We should have a formal system of oversight of positions publicly held or stated by our chapter; Perhaps as simple as ensuring that any statements/ web content are checked by several committee members before being made "public" or official.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" must hold regular meetings (at least annual) and provide annual report of activities to chapter membership and OSGeo Board.''
#* Australia being what it is, I'm expecting that most meetings will be virtual; probably irc with an annual face to face meeting of some sort.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" will not entail any financial commitment from or on-behalf of OSGeo. OSGeo will also not provide any budget assistance to the "OSGeo Chapter".''
#* So if we want to spend money we have to find it ourselves. Isn't that always the way of the world? I don't think we're going to need much anyway, at least until we get enough members to look at hosting our own conf, but that's a long way off.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" is encouraged develop and maintain "Directory Listing" of companies, people, universities and organizations involved with or using OSGeo projects.''
#* Easy to start, hard to keep up to date but worthwile anyway. At the very least a wiki page should get us started here.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" must strive at networking with organizations to enlist participation and support for OSGeo.''
#* So what organisations should we network with? [http://www.spatialsciences.org.au/ SSI], [http://www.gita.org.au/ GITA], any others?
#* University Departments (members with close ties to their local Uni's can encourage the use of OSS in GIS/Geomatics/Surveying/Geography/Archeology courses). Melbourne guys could talk to [http://www.gs.rmit.edu.au/ RMIT] & [http://www.geom.unimelb.edu.au/ MelbUni]
#* Other collaborative OSGeo based initiatives like [http://www.seegrid.csiro.au/ Seegrid]
# ''OSGeo reserves the right to terminate its relation with an "OSGeo Chapter" if OSGeo has reasons to believe that the activities of the "OSGeo Chapter" are contrary or detrimental to the Mission and Objectives of OSGeo.''
#* Can't see that we'll have a problem here.
* '''''Chapter Benefits'''''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" is permitted to use OSGeo Logo and other branded resources for promoting the Mission and Objectives of OSGeo.''
#* To what extent can chapter members use the OSGeo Logo and branding? As far as I'm aware, that's still an open issue of OSGeo. I'd like to see it resolved sooner rather than later.
# ''OSGeo will provide necessary infrastructure to promote communication and visibility of "OSGeo Chapter". The infrastructure will include mailing list, hosting of wiki pages, domain service for "OSGeo Chapter".''
#* Should suit us. I don't think we're going to need anything to fancy. The simpler the better. Let's not set ourselves up with anything that will lead to an onerous maintenance burden. After all, no one's paying the bills; It's all volunteer work.
* '''''Chapter Formation'''''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should self-organize (for instance in the OSGeo wiki, via OSGeo mailing list, etc), seeking to determine if a critical mass of interest exists to justify a chapter.''
#* Well, the self-organisation is happening, let's see how many put their hands up to do the hard yards. I'd like to think we will have a critical mass of interest and activity.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should prepare a mission and objectives indicating the scope of the planned chapter (geographic or linquistic extent for instance).''
#* Can't we just lift the OSGeo Mission statement and add "... for Australia" to the end?
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should propose an official representative to liaise with the OSGeo Board. If accepted by the board, the representative will be an officer of OSGeo. ''
#* Shouldn't be a problem.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should submit an official expression of interest to form a chapter to the OSGeo board, listing initial members, mission, representative, legal form (incorporated?) and other supporting information. ''
#* As far as legal form is concerned, until we look at running a conf of our own, we can probably get away with some sort of non-profit club type association. Anyone have any experience/recommendations here?
# ''The OSGeo board shall then consider passing a motion forming the chapter, and designating the liason officer.''
#* If we do our bit, we shouldn't have a problem.
* '''''Other issues to consider'''''
# ''Does the mandate (geographically or linguistically) conflict with other existing chapters or chapters-in-formation?''
#* No.
# ''Does the chapter appear to have sufficient interest to justify official formation''?
#* It's starting to look that way.
# ''Does the chapter appear to be open to broad membership, and representative of the target geographic or linguistic community? (eg. if a chapter had the objective to cover all Spanish speakers, it would be inappropriate if the only interest demonstrated was from one country)''
#* Given our Geographic focus we have interest from across the country. We need to work out what form our membership takes. Is there any reason we can't just duplicate the OSGeo membership model for our chapter?
# Any other issues?

== Startup Meeting ==

An Informal meeting will be held in Sydney on the evening of Tuesday 2nd Jan. 
Drinks at Phillips Foote 7.30pm 
101 George St 
The Rocks 
http://www.phillipsfoote.com.au/ 
(Meeting cancelled as per post to list)

Call Tim Bowden on 04 2316 7272 if you have any questions

=== Proposed informal meeting for Perth ===
Venue: Moon & Sixpence, Murray St (near William St), Perth 
Date: Wednesday 24th January, 7.00pm (Changed from 17th) 
All welcome. If you would like to come but the date is a problem, let me know (tim.bowden_at_westnet.com.au or 04 2316 7272); It's not fixed in concrete.

== LCA Open Day ==

We have been invited by the lca organisers (http://linux.conf.au) to hold an OSGeo stand at the lca open day on Thursday 18 Jan.
It runs from 3pm till 8pm. We need to organise some demos, and will have the oportunity for a 10 minute talk. There are expected to be about 400 people attending the open day. If you're interested in helping out, put your name down or contact tim.bowden_at_westnet.com.au

* Tim Bowden
* Cameron Shorter
* Milton Lofberg
* Pieter Steetsel

Details here: [[LCA Open Day]]

[[Category: Local_Chapters]]

Australia

2007-01-10T23:14:06Z

Wiki-Lofberm:

== Brainstorming ==
This page is meant as a place to put down ideas for the formation of an Australian OSGeo chapter.

== Interested? ==
''Put you name / wiki account down below to show support moving forward,

Chris Tweedie [[User:ctweedie |(ctweedie)]] 
Geospatial Specialist 
Department of Land Information, WA 

Tim Bowden 
Mapforge Geospatial 
Perth, WA 

Angus Scown [[User:Angusscown | (Angusscown)]] 
Spatial Data eXchange 
Brisbane, QLD 

Shoaib Burq [[User:sab| (sab)]] 
nomad labs Pty. Ltd. 
Melbourne, VIC 

Cameron Shorter [[User:camerons| (camerons)]] 
Geospatial Portals Manager, http://terrapages.com.au/ 
Sydney, NSW 

Jacob Delfos [[User:jacob_delfos|(jacob_delfos)]] 
GIS Analyst 
Maunsell Australia Pty Ltd 
Perth, Australia 

Brendon Ward [[User:bward|(bward)]] 
GIS Analyst 
CSIRO Marine 
Hobart, Australia 

Rob Atkinson [[User:Roba|(bward)]] 
Principal Consultant 
Social Change Online 
Sydney, Australia 

Rad Lazic [[User:SpatialCivil|(SpatialCivil)]] 
Principal Consultant 
Spatial Civil 
Melbourne, Australia 

Milton Lofberg [[User:lofberm|(lofberm)]] 
GIS Technical Consultant 
Autodesk 
Sydney, Australia 

== Steps to create an Australian OSGeo Chapter ==
Here are my thoughts [[User:tbowden | (Tim Bowden)]] on what has to be done to get an Australian Chapter of OSGeo up and running. Feel free to edit ferociously where needed;

Following the [http://osgeo.org/content/chapters/guidelines.html Local Chapter Guidelines] we need to address the following
issues;
* '''''Chapter Roles'''''
# ''Provide member networking opportunities for support and job opportunities''
#* An active mailing list, chapter wiki and occasional face to face events should answer this need
#* Forums also provide an excellent source of community support
#* Documentation pages where you can share you experiences, tips and traps installing/running OSGeo software
# ''Software Internationalization and Localization''
#* Anything to be done here for Australia (& NZ?)
#* Some resources could be useful here, for example proj4 parameters for local projections [http://wiki.nomad-labs.dyndns.org/melbmap/published/Australian+Projections (e.g. from Melb. Mapserver User Group's Wiki]
# ''Development of prototype applications to demonstrate Open Source geospatial capabilities to local and regional audiences''
#* There are already a number of publicly available applications (wms/wfs mainly?) that are using osgeo software. Perhaps a web page pointing to them that details what software is being used in each would be a good start.
# ''Software Packaging and Customization for local and regional needs''
#* I can't see a need for Packaging or customisation for Australia. Possibly one of the biggest regional needs I can think of is pointers to free local geospatial data. Anyone got anything else?
# ''Training, Support and Development of e-Learning Contents in local languages''
#* English local enough <grin>? As far as hands on training goes, that's firmly in the hands of local contractors responding to client demand.
# ''Support Open standards and Open access to geospatial data in region''
#* Supporting Open Standards and Open acces to geospatial data is a sine qua non for OSGeo, so our chapter should publicly support this position. Previous comments about lack of formal OSGeo policy on the issue of open access to geospatial data are incorrect (thanks Arnulf).
# ''Promoting OSGeo and enhancing visibility in various forums''
#* We could look at getting an article in the local GIS print media from time to time. This should probably be driven by the contractors earning a living off GeoFOSS.
* '''''Chapter Responsibilities'''''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" officially represents OSGeo and is formally recognized as OSGeo Project.''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" must support the OSGeo Mission and Objectives of OSGeo.''
#* 1 & 2 require that we conduct our business with the appropriate level of equanimity and circumspection with regard to the stated goals of OSGeo. We should have a formal system of oversight of positions publicly held or stated by our chapter; Perhaps as simple as ensuring that any statements/ web content are checked by several committee members before being made "public" or official.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" must hold regular meetings (at least annual) and provide annual report of activities to chapter membership and OSGeo Board.''
#* Australia being what it is, I'm expecting that most meetings will be virtual; probably irc with an annual face to face meeting of some sort.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" will not entail any financial commitment from or on-behalf of OSGeo. OSGeo will also not provide any budget assistance to the "OSGeo Chapter".''
#* So if we want to spend money we have to find it ourselves. Isn't that always the way of the world? I don't think we're going to need much anyway, at least until we get enough members to look at hosting our own conf, but that's a long way off.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" is encouraged develop and maintain "Directory Listing" of companies, people, universities and organizations involved with or using OSGeo projects.''
#* Easy to start, hard to keep up to date but worthwile anyway. At the very least a wiki page should get us started here.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" must strive at networking with organizations to enlist participation and support for OSGeo.''
#* So what organisations should we network with? [http://www.spatialsciences.org.au/ SSI], [http://www.gita.org.au/ GITA], any others?
#* University Departments (members with close ties to their local Uni's can encourage the use of OSS in GIS/Geomatics/Surveying/Geography/Archeology courses). Melbourne guys could talk to [http://www.gs.rmit.edu.au/ RMIT] & [http://www.geom.unimelb.edu.au/ MelbUni]
#* Other collaborative OSGeo based initiatives like [http://www.seegrid.csiro.au/ Seegrid]
# ''OSGeo reserves the right to terminate its relation with an "OSGeo Chapter" if OSGeo has reasons to believe that the activities of the "OSGeo Chapter" are contrary or detrimental to the Mission and Objectives of OSGeo.''
#* Can't see that we'll have a problem here.
* '''''Chapter Benefits'''''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" is permitted to use OSGeo Logo and other branded resources for promoting the Mission and Objectives of OSGeo.''
#* To what extent can chapter members use the OSGeo Logo and branding? As far as I'm aware, that's still an open issue of OSGeo. I'd like to see it resolved sooner rather than later.
# ''OSGeo will provide necessary infrastructure to promote communication and visibility of "OSGeo Chapter". The infrastructure will include mailing list, hosting of wiki pages, domain service for "OSGeo Chapter".''
#* Should suit us. I don't think we're going to need anything to fancy. The simpler the better. Let's not set ourselves up with anything that will lead to an onerous maintenance burden. After all, no one's paying the bills; It's all volunteer work.
* '''''Chapter Formation'''''
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should self-organize (for instance in the OSGeo wiki, via OSGeo mailing list, etc), seeking to determine if a critical mass of interest exists to justify a chapter.''
#* Well, the self-organisation is happening, let's see how many put their hands up to do the hard yards. I'd like to think we will have a critical mass of interest and activity.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should prepare a mission and objectives indicating the scope of the planned chapter (geographic or linquistic extent for instance).''
#* Can't we just lift the OSGeo Mission statement and add "... for Australia" to the end?
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should propose an official representative to liaise with the OSGeo Board. If accepted by the board, the representative will be an officer of OSGeo. ''
#* Shouldn't be a problem.
# ''"OSGeo Chapter" should submit an official expression of interest to form a chapter to the OSGeo board, listing initial members, mission, representative, legal form (incorporated?) and other supporting information. ''
#* As far as legal form is concerned, until we look at running a conf of our own, we can probably get away with some sort of non-profit club type association. Anyone have any experience/recommendations here?
# ''The OSGeo board shall then consider passing a motion forming the chapter, and designating the liason officer.''
#* If we do our bit, we shouldn't have a problem.
* '''''Other issues to consider'''''
# ''Does the mandate (geographically or linguistically) conflict with other existing chapters or chapters-in-formation?''
#* No.
# ''Does the chapter appear to have sufficient interest to justify official formation''?
#* It's starting to look that way.
# ''Does the chapter appear to be open to broad membership, and representative of the target geographic or linguistic community? (eg. if a chapter had the objective to cover all Spanish speakers, it would be inappropriate if the only interest demonstrated was from one country)''
#* Given our Geographic focus we have interest from across the country. We need to work out what form our membership takes. Is there any reason we can't just duplicate the OSGeo membership model for our chapter?
# Any other issues?

== Startup Meeting ==

An Informal meeting will be held in Sydney on the evening of Tuesday 2nd Jan. 
Drinks at Phillips Foote 7.30pm 
101 George St 
The Rocks 
http://www.phillipsfoote.com.au/ 
(Meeting cancelled as per post to list)

Call Tim Bowden on 04 2316 7272 if you have any questions

=== Proposed informal meeting for Perth ===
Venue: Moon & Sixpence, Murray St (near William St), Perth 
Date: Wednesday 24th January, 7.00pm (Changed from 17th) 
All welcome. If you would like to come but the date is a problem, let me know (tim.bowden_at_westnet.com.au or 04 2316 7272); It's not fixed in concrete.

== LCA Open Day ==

We have been invited by the lca organisers (http://linux.conf.au) to hold an OSGeo stand at the lca open day on Thursday 18 Jan.
It runs from 3pm till 8pm. We need to organise some demos, and will have the oportunity for a 10 minute talk. There are expected to be about 400 people attending the open day. If you're interested in helping out, put your name down or contact tim.bowden_at_westnet.com.au

* Tim Bowden
* Cameron Shorter

Details here: [[LCA Open Day]]

[[Category: Local_Chapters]]

LCA Open Day

2007-01-10T22:51:14Z

Wiki-Lofberm:

== Event: Open Day at linux.conf.au ==
See [http://www.linux.conf.au lca] and [http://lca2007.linux.org.au/OpenDay lca Open Day]

== Organizers ==
Tim Bowden 
Cameron Shorter 
Milton Lofberg 
Pieter Steetsel 

== Venue ==
University New South Wales

See [http://lca2007.linux.org.au/OpenDay lca open day]

Thurs 18th Jan 2007, 3pm to 8pm

== Setup ==
From lca organisers:

Dear Open Day exhibitor,

Firstly, many thanks for offering to have a demo stand at the Open Day event
at linux.conf.au 2007. This email covers the details of what you'll have
access to, when to set up, the timetable and a few other details you'll
need. We currently have 200 people registered to come, plus about half the
conference attendees (~350) so it should be a fairly busy and bustling
event.

Please confirm your participation! Also, please get back to me asap if you
have any questions so we can sort them out in time. I want to publish all
the details on the website by the 14th.

Timetable:

9am - Furniture layout and check of electricity - Open Day organisers only 
12pm - 2pm - setup for Open Day - that means all you. If you need more than
2 hours to setup, please let me know. 
3pm Open Day starts 
6pm Food is served - one pie and drink per person (and extra for sale) 
7pm Prizes, announcements, some last talks 
8pm Open Day close 

You'll all be expected to organise your own posters (max 1m X 1m),
volunteers (do not leave your stands unaccompanied during the entire event
please), and of course your own demos. You will have either one or two power
points, so please bring a power board or double adaptor if you need it.

I also strongly recommend you do some printouts or have some CDs to give
away if you can, as it will hopefully encourage people to participate in
your project. The whole point of this event, apart from showing off some
really exciting technologies and projects, is to get the visitors excited
about Open Source, and hopefully have them go home keen to play with some
new stuff. The more information you can make available the better. I suggest
having about 400 printouts about your project and where people can get more
information and get involved (plain A4 is fine).

There will be rotating talks throughout the event, short 10 minute talks by
some of you. Please let me know if you want to be added or removed from the
list of confirmed short talks. There will be set up either a projector or a
large screen for slides/video and some limited seating for the talks. The
idea is the stage area will only seat about 50 people so those interested in
your session can sit or stand there for it, but we keep people moving so
they see all the demos.

Confirmed talks:

- Changing the world with OLPC - Chris Blizzard
- Virtual reality showcase - Wayne Piekarski
- Digital graphics showcase - Andy Fitzsimon
- Home made rockets (of the flying variety) - Bdale Garbee & Keith Packard
- Making a podcast with FOSS - Jono and James
- John Stowers and Hugo Vincent - make your own plane at home
- LoCo Teams - Crazy about Ubuntu - Melissa Draper
- Open Source Gaming - Tim Ansell
- Digital music and Open Source - Denis Crowdy

Also, please let me know if the names of your demo below is correct:

There are currently around 35 exhibitors, and a map of the exhibitors is
attached. The light orange stands are community tables, the red ones are
sponsors, and the large spaces are demos for special exhibitors.

# - Wayne Piekarski - Virtual Reality demo (RECONFIRMED)
# - NICTA
# - HP
# - PS3 - the first in Australia! - IBM
# - NICTA
# - NICTA
# - NICTA
# - NICTA
# - NICTA
# - Digital Audio display - Denis Crowdy (RECONFIRMED)
# - Open Source & Gaming - Tim Ansell (RECONFIRMED)
# - Open Source & Gaming (DDR mats) - Tim Ansell (RECONFIRMED)
# - Digital graphics showcase - Andy Fitzsimon
# - Open Source & Gaming - Tim Ansell (RECONFIRMED)
# - GP2X gaming console demos - Doug Warouw (part of gaming miniconf) (RECONFIRMED)
# - Blender 3D - Make your own animations! - Matt Ebb
# - Wesnoth gaming booth - Rusty Russell (RECONFIRMED)
# - OLPC talk and demo - Chris Blizzard
# - Constellation <rachel@goop.org> - Rachel and Jeremy Fitzhardinge -(needs dark area) http://www.goop.org/constellation/

20 - 25 - Sponsors, confirming

# - Open Office - Jim Watson <jim@amarooas.com.au> (RECONFIRMED)
# - Albatross: Open UAV Project - Hugo Vincent & John Stowers (RECONFIRMED)
# - Podcasting for everyone - James Purser (RECONFIRMED)
# - MythTV demo - Mikal Still
# - Embedded Open Source demo - Mark Phillips (RECONFIRMED)
# - OSGeo - Tim Bowden
# - Debian booth - anibal to confirm who
# - Ubuntu and Ubuntu-Au - Melissa Draper (needs 3 tables for 3 computers) (RECONFIRMED)
# - Ubuntu and Ubuntu-Au - Melissa Draper (RECONFIRMED)
# - RepRap http://reprap.org/ - Vik Olliver (RECONFIRMED)
# - Home made rockets and satellites - Bdale Garbee & Keith Packard (RECONFIRMED)
# - Linux Australia - Jonathon Oxer
# - The Sydney Linux User Group - Ken Wilson
# - Open Source Segway - Geoffrey Bennett (RECONFIRMED)

== Demos ==

MapGuide OS- Milton
Geoserver- Cameron
OGC/SLIP- Tim

== Promotion ==

We need to give GIS people a reason to come to the LCA open day. We don't have much time, so we should get the word out to all the GIS news sites and blogs
=== Blogs we should aim at getting a mention on ===
* http://chris.narx.net/ (Chris Tweedie)
* http://spatialguru.com/ (Tyler Mitchell)
* http://weblogs.java.net/blog/jive/ (Jody Garnet)
* http://geospatial.blogs.com/ (Geoff Zeiss)
* http://www.spatiallyadjusted.com/ (James Fee)
* http://www.reprojected.com/geoblog/ (Aaron Racicot)
* Lots more. Does visicom have a list of OSGeo friendly blogs for promotions purposes?