Not every useful map needs a drone flight.

Cairns Drone Services creates custom GIS map packs using QGIS, Queensland spatial data, aerial imagery and supplied property information.

These are useful for rural property buyers, owners, agents, consultants, builders and anyone who needs a clean map instead of a confusing screenshot from ten different websites.

Turning public data into usable maps

Queensland has a huge amount of useful public spatial data, but it is not always easy to turn that data into something clear and practical. We combine QGIS, Queensland spatial data, available imagery and supplied property information into client-ready map packs.

Custom maps for properties and projects

  • Property overview maps
  • Access and road maps
  • Contours and terrain context
  • Watercourse and drainage context
  • Vegetation overlays
  • Cadastral reference overlays
  • Nearby infrastructure
  • Property feature maps
  • Paddock or track maps
  • Site planning maps
  • Before-and-after comparison maps
  • Drone imagery overlays where available

Best suited for

  • Rural property owners
  • Acreage buyers
  • Real estate agents
  • Builders
  • Owner-builders
  • Family property planning
  • Consultants
  • Farm planning
  • Site access planning
  • Early due diligence

Deliverables

  • PDF map pack
  • labelled overview map
  • selected spatial data overlays
  • legend and notes
  • simple written summary
  • optional Google Earth/KML-style outputs where suitable
  • optional QGIS project handover by request

Important note

GIS map packs use available data sources, supplied information and practical mapping workflows. Public datasets can be incomplete, outdated or unsuitable for some decisions.

Reports are designed to support discussion and investigation, not replace legal, cadastral, engineering, environmental or planning advice.

GIS Map Pack Pricing

Simple Property Map Pack: From $400

Standard GIS Property Pack: From $850

Detailed GIS and Drone Map Pack: From $1,500