Cape York — Hema Supermap (Paper Wall Map)
1000 × 1430 mm • Flat Paper Map • FSC 170 gsm • HP Archival Pigment Inks (Fade-Resistant)
Featuring one of Australia’s most iconic 4WD journeys—the Old Telegraph Track (OTT)—the Cape York Regional Supermap by Hema is built for explorers who want reliable detail at a glance. With a precise GPS grid & positions, a dedicated OTT inset, and clear wayfinding layers, it’s the perfect planning and display map for trips to the Tip.
🗝️ Key Features
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GPS grid & positions for confident nav prep and waypoint planning
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Old Telegraph Track inset highlighting creek crossings and the classic OTT route
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Camping areas marked to plan overnight stops and staging points
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National Parks & reserves shown for access, permits, and conservation awareness
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New digital cartography for crisp, modern readability on large walls
📍 Coverage & Context
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Cape York Peninsula from the Gulf to the Coral Sea, with key access routes to Bamaga/Seisia, Pajinka (the Tip), Weipa, Lockhart River, Cooktown, and more
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Major 4WD corridors, service towns, and remote stretches called out for trip planning
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Context for roadhouse locations and track junctions to help stage fuel/food stops
🧭 What’s Shown (At a Glance)
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Road & track hierarchy: Main roads, secondary roads, 4WD tracks (clear symbology)
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Navigation aids: GPS grid/positions, place names, distances (where provided)
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Land & water: National Parks, reserves, notable rivers/creeks, coastal features
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Trip essentials: Camping areas + Old Telegraph Track inset for route overview
🧩 How to Use It
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Route sketching: Draft day-by-day legs using the OTT inset, then transfer to GPS
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Waypoint planning: Use the grid to note key crossings, camps, fuel, and detours
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Wall reference: Keep it visible in the shed, classroom, or trip room for team briefings
ℹ️ Travel note: Access and conditions in Cape York are seasonal and can change suddenly (wet season, creek levels, closures). Always check current local advice and road reports before you go.
🎨 Materials & Print Quality
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Paper: Printed on FSC-certified 170 gsm matte-coated paper—smooth, glare-free, and ideal for framing under glass while preserving fine linework and subtle colour gradients.
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Inks: Hewlett-Packard archival pigment-based inks deliver crisp detail and fade-resistant colour designed to last for years.
Prefer a wipe-clean or ready-to-hang finish? Ask about Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, or Canvas + Hang Rails versions in the same coverage and style.
📐 Size & Scale
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Map size: 1000 × 1430 mm (portrait, Supermap)
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Custom fit: Need 1000 × 1400 mm to suit an existing frame? We can accommodate on request.
🧼 Care & Framing Tips (Paper)
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Use non-reflective (museum) glass to maintain the matte, low-glare look
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Choose a slim, neutral frame to keep attention on the cartography
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If matting, cut the window 2–3 mm undersize for a snug, professional fit
📊 Specifications
Attribute |
Details |
Title |
Cape York — Hema Supermap (Paper) |
Focus |
Cape York region with Old Telegraph Track inset |
Layers |
GPS grid & positions, camping areas, National Parks, updated digital cartography |
Paper |
FSC 170 gsm matte-coated |
Inks |
HP archival pigment-based inks (fade-resistant) |
Format |
Flat Paper Map (matte) |
Size |
1000 × 1430 mm (portrait) |
🎯 Ideal For
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4WD & overlanding crews planning an OTT run
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Tour operators & visitor centres needing a clear wall reference
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Schools & libraries teaching Australian geography and land management
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Home & office décor for travellers and map lovers
🛒 Bring Cape York into focus—order the Hema Supermap (Paper) today, printed on FSC 170 gsm paper with HP archival pigments for crisp, long-lasting, fade-resistant colour.