How we’re preparing for the “new normal” in Queensland – an update from Qld regional manager Cameron Harvey. While we have been relatively lucky in Queensland during 2021, escaping extended lockdowns and experiencing only limited outbreaks of Covid-19 community transmission, new variants and upcoming changes to the Queensland Government’s restrictions to travel, quarantine and borders…
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NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service has engaged our multidisciplinary team to undertake six REFs for the Fire Access and Fire Trail (FAFT) Program across various regions in southern NSW. The FAFT Program will enhance the fire trail network and associated infrastructure to meet new Rural Fire Service standards. Each REF requires a combination of…
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State government supplier of choice for environmental and cultural heritage services Niche has been selected to join the Queensland Government Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR)’s new supplier prequalification scheme. Niche joins the Infrastructure Building and Construction Panel (IBCP) as a provider of both environmental and cultural heritage services. While the IBCP is administrated…
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Desiree is a GIS consultant with experience in data management, spatial analysis and map production for environmental management, planning, and conservation projects. She is based in Niche’s FNQ office in Cairns. With an educational background in zoology and professional experience in GIS for natural resource management, Desiree’s career experience includes the application of GIS methodologies…
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In his role as a GIS consultant based at Niche’s head office in Parramatta, Neil uses his skills in data visualisation and statistical analysis to produce report-quality mapping and figures to convey spatial data. “I’m naturally a visual communicator, and I enjoy finding ways to interpret and efficiently illustrate the spatial detail that our clients…
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Stella grew up in Armidale and her farming family background inspired her interest in environmental archaeology and water management. “When it comes to the environment and managing water, what worked in the past is often still relevant today,” says Stella. “That’s why heritage matters so much, and why I’m motivated to help my clients achieve compliance with legislation while protecting Aboriginal cultural heritage…
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Niche’s Queensland team was engaged by Bligh Tanner to provide both heritage management and ecological services during the detailed design phase Western Downs Regional Council’s Russell Park MTB Trails project. This included an Ecological Assessment Report, Protected Plants flora survey and Protected Plants Flora Survey Report, and cultural heritage services including Aboriginal and historical Due…
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Heritage specialist and senior associate Dr Morgan Disspain is an in expert in archaeological fish otolith analysis, with experience in cultural heritage management and archaeological research. Based in Coffs Harbour in Northern NSW, Morgan has published extensively – and received numerous awards – for her research on the analysis of archaeological fish remains, and has…
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Niche Heritage Architect, Stewart Armstrong, is providing heritage design and construction advice to Destination Brisbane Consortium for the Queen’s Wharf project – the largest and most complex heritage project currently being undertaken in Queensland. To find out more, read our project case study: Queen’s Wharf Brisbane – Heritage Architect Follow us LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter …
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At Niche, our people are our most important asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our employees. Throughout the pandemic, our management team has taken action to ensure that our people are informed, connected, and empowered – and backed up with the necessary systems in place to encourage flexible working, while…
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So far during 2021, we’ve welcomed seven new graduate and early career consultants to our growing team in NSW. They’ve all been busy getting to grips with our systems, developing their technical skills with support from colleagues, and building their professional knowledge and confidence. Despite very challenging times, they’re all making the most of the…
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Senior environmental scientist Lennelle Barnes has joined Niche’s growing multidisciplinary consulting team in NSW. Based in the Newcastle region, Lennelle takes up the role of Senior Associate – Environmental Approvals. During her 10 year career within the environmental consulting industry, Lennelle has gained extensive experience in environmental approvals for local and State government, and private…
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