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The Image Web Server (IWS) is a central source for DEECA's aerial photography, satellite imagery and digitised maps.
It includes historical imagery, the latest aerial photography acquired by business units and the whole-of-Victorian-government Coordinated Imagery Program (CIP).
This rich source of information can be viewed through a web browser or integrated with various mapping and GIS applications.
Invitation only
Only DEECA staff and Coordinated Imagery Purchase Partners can access aerial photography and satellite imagery stored on the Image Web Server (IWS)
Access to the IWS is by invitation only.
Approved customers need a idam account to access the aerial photography and satellite imagery available via the Image Web Server.
View imagery via a browser
IWS viewer guide
The Image Web Server Viewer allows easy viewing of imagery in a web browser. The resolution of each image is improved and optimised with each zoom level. It is ideal for browsing the range of images that cover an area of interest and viewing each image's coverage.
Integrate imagery into your GIS application
These images can be integrated into your application as described in the guides below.
QGIS
ESRI desktop
MapInfo
How to get help
For queries about license fees email the GIS.Helpdesk.
Page last updated: 30/05/25