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Map Guides, Travel Tips & Reviews

Mapworld and Hema Maps: A Shared History of Australian Mapping
Mapworld and Hema Maps: A Shared History of Australian Mapping

by Christopher O'Keeffe June 26, 2026

Long before online shopping, downloadable maps and GPS navigation became commonplace, Hema Maps and Mapworld built an Australian mapping network that connected specialist publishing with specialist retail. Their shared history helped shape how generations of Australians bought maps, planned journeys and explored the country.

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Where to Buy Maps in Australia: The Complete Guide
Where to Buy Maps in Australia: The Complete Guide

by Christopher O'Keeffe June 25, 2026

Paper maps are still available in Australia—but finding the right one increasingly depends on knowing where to look. From specialist map retailers and outdoor stores to bookshops, nautical-chart agents and government download services, each supplier serves a different purpose.

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Why Specialist Map Shops Remain Important
Why Specialist Map Shops Remain Important

by Christopher O'Keeffe June 25, 2026

Australia is losing the shops, publishers and people who have kept physical mapping alive for generations. Once that knowledge, stock and production capability disappear, rebuilding them will be far more difficult than most people realise.

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