Publications & Other Resources

Publications

Topo50 Map Reading Guide (PDF 1.51MB)

Information on the Topo50 series of maps, how to read them, and how to navigate using a map. Published 2009.

Where in the World Are We? (PDF 1.2MB)

A technical guide to datums and projections in New Zealand, this publication is intended for casual users of maps and navigation devices who want to know more about the coordinates that they use. Second edition, published 2007.

Topographic Information Strategy 2005-2010

The Topographic Information Strategy sets out LINZ plans to ensure that the nation's topographic information infrastructure will continue to be capable of serving society's changing needs. more...

Other resources

Coordinate conversion

Online resources for converting coordinates from one datum or projection to another. more...

Datums, projections & heights

Detailed information about current and superseded geodetic datums, vertical datums, projections, and their accuracy classifications (orders), including background, parameters and related standards. more...