Polygon Geospatial is based out of Melbourne, Victoria. We provide clients with more value from their existing data, or gather additional data to fill gaps in their current dataset. Our expertise stems from decades immersed in geospatial data in geosciences and resource development. This means we don't simply provide acquisition or cartography, but can offer support across projects that is grounded in deep practical experience.
As professional geoscientists, we have been in your shoes and have likely faced similar challenges in reducing uncertainty. Our strength lies in understanding our clients' aims, and identifying and delivering the best value solutions for their needs. We strive to create partnerships and deliver solutions that continue to add value over a project life-cycle.
As a professional geologist, Nathan has over 25 years of experience within the resources industry, principally oil and gas.
With a diverse career - spanning micro-cap explorers, government agencies, and multinational corporations - Nathan brings a broad skill set and deep practical experience to support your project needs. His career also includes advisory roles within state government, working under Victoria’s Mineral Resources legislation.
Nathan has worked extensively with spatial data across geoscience projects in the petroleum sector, both internationally and within Australia. He offers expertise in both modern 3D datasets and the integration of legacy and hard-copy data into contemporary GIS environments, ensuring data integrity, usability and long-term value.
Specialising in the organisation, manipulation and exploitation of geospatial data, Nathan helps maximise efficiency and project outcomes. His communication skills, developed working across disciplines and cultures, coupled with a strong academic foundation, ensures client objectives are clearly articulated and understood.
Nathan is a member of AusIMM, CMPA and ACG, and holds a PhD in Geology from Monash University, a BSc (Hons) in Petroleum Geophysics from the University of Adelaide, and a BSc in Geology/Physics from Latrobe University.
A proud father of two beautiful girls, Nathan enjoys time away in the mountains - biking, skiing and exploring the outdoors with family.
The new laws introduce a modern duty-based model, through reform of the Minerals Resources (Sustainable Development) Amendment Act 2023.
The duty-based model will commence from 1 July 2027, supported by new regulations.
Resource Rights Allocation and Management (RRAM) portal.
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A review of the The Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Amendment Bill 2023 (Vic). Published in July 2023, by Minter-Ellison
Victorian exploration and mining flowcharts under the The Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act.
Published by the Minerals Council of Australia, in consultation with Minter-Ellison