Biodiversity offsets aim to sustainably address the environmental impacts of development and are an unavoidable component of project approvals in most states in Australia. But offsets can be extremely expensive and so may influence a project’s financial viability. At Niche, we provide strategic advice to ensure our clients’ offset requirements are met efficiently, and to…
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We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Aiden Campbell who joins Niche’s Brisbane office to lead our growing environmental team in Queensland. Aiden has worked as an environmental professional for over 10 years, both as a consultant and with regulatory government agencies. He has significant experience in environmental approvals and major projects for…
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The Queensland Department of Environment and Science (DES) Flora Survey Trigger map has recently been amended to incorporate the latest information about where Endangered, Vulnerable and Near Threatened (EVNT) plants are present or are likely to be present. The latest and best available information has been incorporated into the mapping to determine the ‘High Risk…
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We had such a great day at EcoFiesta in Cairns on Sunday 2 June! Organised by Cairns Regional Council, this annual community event is a celebration of the natural environment and sustainable living in Tropical North Queensland. This year more than 10,000 visitors attended and so it was the perfect place for Niche to make…
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If you’re in Cairns, be sure to visit ECOfiesta on Sunday 2 June. This annual community event is a celebration of the natural environment and sustainable living in Tropical North Queensland, and is organised by Cairns Regional Council. This year, for the first time, Niche will be sponsoring the event. Visitors are invited to come…
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Niche Environment and Heritage has been approved by RMS as a prequalified supplier for heritage services as part of the NSW government road agency’s Environmental Services panel. Niche is now prequalified to provide services for Aboriginal cultural heritage and cultural values, and Non-Aboriginal cultural heritage. To date, Niche has been selected by RMS to undertake…
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The project Coffs Harbour City Council’s Cultural and Civic Space project will provide a lively community, civic and learning hub in the heart of the city centre. The proposed space includes a visual arts gallery, contemporary library with the latest digital facilities, a museum celebrating the region’s heritage, and civic administration buildings. Subject to approval,…
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Isabel is an archaeologist and heritage consultant based in Mildura, Victoria. As part of Niche’s growing team of 40+ consultants, Isabel has been involved in a wide variety of historical and Aboriginal heritage management projects across New South Wales and Victoria. Tell us a bit about your job “As heritage consultants we are hired by…
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We’re seeking an Environmental Team Leader for our Queensland regional operations. The successful candidate will lead a team of environmental and ecological specialists, coordinate the delivery of complex projects, and help grow our Queensland regional environmental services. Find out more at our Careers page.
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Fish ear bones – ‘time capsules’ of river health Niche is pleased to announce that we now offer archaeological fish otolith analysis as part of our specialist heritage management services to support our growing client base. Dr Morgan Disspain, senior heritage consultant and expert in archaeological fish otolith analysis, has recently joined our team in…
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Can money grow on trees? Find out at our free seminar at the Hastings Sustainability Showcase, 1-2 March, Port Macquarie It sounds too good to be true, but smart landholders in NSW are already making the most of opportunities associated with biodiversity offsetting and in some cases generating significant supplementary incomes from their land. Generating…
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Meet our team in northern NSW At Niche, we are committed to delivering excellence to our clients. We do this by drawing on our consultants’ local experience and knowledge to provide superior specialist environmental and heritage services that have positive impacts on our client’ projects and the communities in which they operate. Now, due to…
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