DSQ Land Surveyors

08/06/2026

We’re delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 DSQ Photo Competition!

1st place; Leighton Brayshaw

2nd place; Ammie Stone

3rd place; Ros Tigell

Congratulations to our winners and thank you again to everyone who submitted their photos, shared their unique perspectives and showcased creativity! 📸

02/06/2026

We recently teamed up with Ocebile on a flood modelling survey of a river in South East Queensland.

We flew the DJI M400 with the L3 LiDAR payload to capture the terrain above water, while Ocebile's Australian-built McBathy remote survey boat ran single-beam sonar below the surface. The LiDAR data also lets us classify and strip out vegetation in post-processing, so the riverbanks come through as a true ground surface rather than tree canopy and undergrowth.

Stitching the two datasets together gave us a single Digital Elevation Model that extends from the riverbanks down to the bed, with no gap at the waterline. The combined approach is more accurate and efficient than traditional ground-based methods, with denser coverage of both the banks and the bed than crews on foot could reasonably collect.

Flood modelling depends on what's under the water as much as what sits above it. Accurate hydraulic models need both, and pairing aerial LiDAR with remote bathymetry covers the full picture in a single mobilisation.

We'll be using the same approach on upcoming projects where the LiDAR and bathymetric datasets need to form one continuous surface.

08/05/2026

We were proud to support the Chinchilla State School P&C Association’s 2026 P&C Ball and contribute to such a successful community event. Thanks to the incredible support from sponsors, volunteers, and attendees, the event raised more than $69,000 to support the school swimming program and provide valuable resources for students. We’re grateful to be part of initiatives that make a positive impact on local students and the wider community.

17/04/2026

30/03/2026

Our Chinchilla office recently celebrated 3000 days safety milestone on the Shell QGC project, with the Chinny 3000 golf classic. Congratulations to our winning golfers Jae, Cheyna, Adam and Blair.

25/03/2026

Thanks to UniSQ staff and students for hosting the Industry Meet and Greet session! We enjoyed catching up with some of the students to discuss their career goals, and also hearing of recent successes from the university.

10/03/2026

At DSQ Land Surveyors, we deploy the DJI Mini and DJI M4E to safely capture accurate data from elevated, unstable, or hard-to-reach assets.

The benefits are immediate:
⚙️ No scaffolding or elevated work platforms
⚙️ Reduced site time and disruption
⚙️ Improved safety outcomes
⚙️ High-resolution, survey-accurate data

Instead of manual access methods, we capture precise, georeferenced aerial imagery and video that feeds directly into your condition reports, engineering assessments, dilapidation surveys, and compliance documentation.

The result? Faster inspections. Better coverage. A clear, defensible record of asset condition.

If you’re planning an inspection or dilapidation survey, speak with the DSQ team about how UAV technology can streamline your next project.

23/02/2026

DSQ Land Surveyors is excited to announce the addition of the DJI Matrice 4D to our growing aerial survey fleet. This enterprise drone enhances our ability to deliver efficient, high-accuracy, and cost-effective spatial data across a wide range of projects.

The Matrice 4D provides high-resolution aerial imagery, enabling us to produce detailed orthomosaics, accurate Digital Elevation Models (DEMs), and high-quality 3D models for engineering, construction, environmental monitoring, and land development applications.

With improved flight performance, intelligent mission planning, and advanced onboard positioning, the Matrice 4D allows our team to capture reliable data faster while maintaining the precision and quality our clients expect.

04/02/2026

Like most Surveyors, we have a keen interest in history and collect some interesting survey pieces along the way. This is The Willis Standard Levelling Instrument, which is a vintage survey level used to determine relative heights and establish horizontal planes in construction and land surveying. It was manufactured by Willis Industrial Supplies in Melbourne in the 1960’s and was popular in the construction industry due to its reliability and affordability.

27/01/2026

The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the importance of having stability and experience in our business. With over seventy personnel and averaging eight years of service, we have been privileged with the commitment of our DSQ team. We commemorate employee achievements with the plaques on our service board at the Warana office.