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A map is a graphical representation of a geographical actuality. However, though some maps are more representative than others, no map is absolutely correct. The maps on this site are not exempt from this rule. |
It is safe to say that for the majority of mankind the superiority of geography over geometry lies in the appeal of its figures. It may be an effect of the incorrigible frivolity inherent in human nature, but most of us will agree that a map is more fascinating to look at than a figure in a treatise on conic sections – at any rate, for the simple minds which are the equipment of the majority of the dwellers on this earth.
Cartography Community Mapping, CCM, offers pro bono [1] mapping services to non-profit organizations such as Landcare groups. The maps have proved useful for resource management and as support material for reports and grant applications.
Other non-profit organizations may have application for maps in "how to get here brochures" or for training purposes.
Maps can be provided in any of the standard graphical file formats (usually PDF) and georeferenced formats.
Some of the maps that CCM has prepared are available via the Folio Miscellanea page.
[1] For a succinct description of pro bono see https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pro%20bono target="new"
The CCM topographical maps are available free for personal use. They are not available for commercial use.
Organizations such as tourist centres and Landcare groups are welcome to distribute hardcopies of the maps for free.
Modifications to the maps in any format by reverse engineering, deletions, additions or other techniques are not permitted.
The only legitimate electronic source of the CCM maps is this site, they must not be loaded (in any format) onto any other distribution entity.
Other websites are very welcome to link to this site. Link to a page rather than a map so your visitors can view the range of formats available.
Copyright conditions (as a PDF file) relating to maps and charts can be found on the Australian Copyright Council site.
If you require clarification of any of the above please do not hesitate to contact me.
Cartography Community Mapping, CCM, provides topographical maps of many public access areas in Central Victoria, Australia. The maps are intended for use by bushwalkers.
Castlemaine Region Index Sheet is a PDF file for viewing on line or for downloading and printing at A3. It does not include the Paddy Ranges State Park and the Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve maps.
Central Victorian Outlines is a KMZ file that opens in Google Earth. It provides the outlines of all the CCM Central Victorian topographical maps overlaying the Google Earth terrain image. Clicking within a map outline will provide access to the corresponding CCM web page.
The Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park, CDNHP, stretches some 25 kilometres north to south. CCM provides seven topographical maps that cover the bulk of the CDNHP. These topographical maps show access roads, walking tracks and other features. The basic file format for these maps is PDF intended for printing at A3. In addition there are digital versions (KMZ, OZiExplorer and TIFF) available each map.
Further detail about these maps is available on the Castlemaine Diggings Index page.
Waanyarra is a historic mining town north of Dunolly, Victoria, Australia. The Waanyarra map provides a guide to access parts of the Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve and the Waanyarra State Forest.
Tarnagulla is a historic mining town to the west of Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. The Tarnagulla map provides a guide to access parts of the Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve and the Lanelly State Forest.
Nuggetty Gully is a region south of Tarnagulla, Victoria, Australia. The Nuggetty Gully map provides a guide to access parts of the Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve and the Tarnagulla State Forest.
Paddys Ranges State Park is to the south of Maryborough, Victoria, Australia. There are two Paddys Ranges State Park maps, an overall map and a more detailed, central map. The overall map includes a locality insert.
The Campbells Creek Track is south of Castlemaine, Victoria Australia. The Campbells Creek map shows a walking and cycling track that follows the creek from Castlemaine to Campbells Creek.
Fryers Ridge is positioned between Taradale and Fryerstown, Victoria, Australia. The Fryers Ridge map covers the major part of the Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve.
Metcalfe is south of Bendigo and east of Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia. The Mount Alexander map provides a guide to walking tracks, access roads within the Mount Alexander park.
Mount Alexander is south of Bendigo and east of Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia. The Mount Alexander map provides a guide to walking tracks, access roads within the Mount Alexander park.
The area known informally as Muckleford Forest, is west of Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia. It is composed of the Maldon Heritage Reserve, the Muckleford State Forest and the Muckleford Nature Conservation Reserve. CCM provides a Muckleford Forest map in two sheets.
The Post Office Hill Reserve is at Chewton, Victoria, Australia. The Post Office Hill Reserve map (including a locality insert) provides a guide to access roads, and features within the reserve.
Railway Dam is positioned to the west of Elphinstone , Victoria, Australia. The Railway Dam map covers an area to the north of the CCM Fryers Ridge map and to the west of CCM The Monk map. Its small size belies its complexity.
The Rise and Shine Bushland Reserve is south of Newstead, Victoria, Australia. The Rise and Shine (including a locality insert) provides a guide to walking tracks, access roads, and other features within the reserve.
The Taradale Nature Conservation Reserve is to the east of Taradale, Victoria, Australia. The Taradale NCR map provides a guide to walking tracks within the Reserve and the adjacent Metcalfe State Forest.
The several appendices contain information on the location of geographical map features, the format conventions adopted in CCM maps, an introduction to some GPS terminology, the basic applications of the UTM grid reference system, the 'additional' files (geo PDF, KMZ, GPX, TIFF, OziExplorer, TIFF) available for downloading and some relevant links.
I also maintain some other (diverse, I believe) websites. If you are interested refer to site-index.htm.
Email contact – Jase Haysom, j.haysom@ccmaps.au