Experiences
Proven Positive Heritage Outcomes
Stradbroke and Bay Islands Part 6 Studies (QYAC)
Part 6 Cultural Heritage Studies over 10 areas within North Stradbroke, Moreton, Peel, Coochimudloe, Russell and Macleay Islands. Extensive geomorphic and environmental research on the formation of coastal dunes in the region. Consultation with local knowledge holders, DATSIP and Council.
Gold Coast Airport Interpretation
High resolution digital photography and 3D photogrammetry scans of key artefacts from previous excavation to create an Aboriginal Cultural Heritage video and materials for the Airport expansion installations and promotional material.
FRV Solar Farms
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage manager and technical advisor for solar projects. Tasks include managing FRVs legislative compliance, predictive archaeological modelling & risk analysis, CHMP and deed drafting and negotiation, and participation in surveys and archaeological test excavations.
Peet Palmview Residential
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage advisor for a proposed residential development. Tasks include negotiating Part 7 CHMP, ongoing negotiation with Aboriginal groups over impact mitigation, maintenance of Aboriginal site records, and supervision of on site cultural heritage works.
Abbotsford Bridge Rehabilitation Project
A Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP) was prepared for TfNSW for the proposed rehabilitation works of this historic Murray River crossing in northwest Victoria. The CHMP is small but involved survey and subsurface test excavation with the First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation who are the registered Aboriginal party for the area. Finds include stone artefacts, shell midden, a hearth and glass artefacts which may be associated with the old punt crossing or Yelta Mission which is a few hundred metres downstream.
Logan Infrastructure Water Alliance Projects
Technical advisor to the Danggan Balun (Five Rivers) People for various projects with the Logan Water Infrastructure Alliance. Tasks included desktop assessment, archaeological survey, excavations and agreement negotiation.
Casino Freight Rail Terminal
A major excavation of a proposed inland infrastructure hub at Casino, NSW. The project included a three week excavation of a in situ archaeological deposit which was in a deep sand deposit. The project included consultation with the Casino Boolangle LALC and Githabul People.
Gold Coast Airport
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage technical advisor to large scale GCA development works. Works include managing legislative compliance, ongoing negotiation with Aboriginal groups and participation in surveys, clearances, and excavation at 33 archaeological test locations, much of which consisted of shell midden. Preparation of archaeological excavation reports and a Cultural Heritage Management Plan.
DTMR Warrego Highway
Cultural Heritage Field Assessment including Aboriginal heritage for proposed road widening and tree clearing. Disturbance analysis, archaeological modelling, risk assessment and advice on legislative compliance.
DTMR Curry to Cooroy Upgrade
Cultural Heritage Field Assessment, heritage register searches, review of ethnographic and historic sources, disturbance analysis, predictive modelling, GIS modelling, engagement with stakeholders and legislative advice, and production of a detailed archaeological testing program.
Gladstone East End No. 5 Cement Mine
Aboriginal heritage assessment in support of an EIS and drafting / negotiation of a Part 7 Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP). Assessment in preparation for Cement Australia’s 90 ha mine extension. Project tasks included survey, leading negotiations with Aboriginal parties and their technical advisor, and drafting a CHMP under Part 7 of the ACHA.
Amex Providence Residential Development
Aboriginal heritage advisor for a proposed 800 ha residential development staged over 20 years. Tasks included negotiating approved Part 7 CHMP, ongoing negotiation with Aboriginal groups over impact mitigation, maintenance of Aboriginal site records, and supervision of on site cultural heritage works.
BHP Technical Advice (Bowen Basin)
Specialist advisor to BHP Billiton in preparation for a proposed 260 km infrastructure corridor and various mine sites. Provided advice on CHMP negotiations, archaeological modelling, risk assessment, advice on legislative compliance, and historic heritage assessment.
Kings Forest Estate
An Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment, Excavation Report and a Cultural Heritage Management Plan. Excavations were undertaken in areas of sand dunes and shell middens to provide additional information on aspects of Aboriginal occupation patterns.
Palm Valley Oilfield Exploration
Archaeological assessment including survey of the proposed drill pads and ancillary works areas, detailed management advice and consultation with the Central land council.
Pedirka Exploration Program
Archaeological surveys and reporting in preparation for exploration drilling programs and seismic testing on the north western margins of the Simpson Desert. Project tasks include legislative advice, consultation, negotiation of heritage impact permits and salvage of archaeological artefacts.
TMR Cloncurry and Mt Isa Aboriginal Heritage Assessment
A comprehensive survey and examination of known Aboriginal heritage sites to determine the accuracy, validity, and preservation. Also provided risk zoning and site data through field survey and detailed reporting to inform robust management advice.
AARNet, Heathcote National Park
A Duty of Care Cultural Heritage Assessment in relation to a proposed fibre optic alignment. The intent of this cultural heritage assessment was to assess potential Aboriginal and historic heritage values associated with the are, and to provide recommendations.
Clarkes Beach Midden
An Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment and associated Aboriginal community consultation was undertaken to understand the cultural values of the midden and its physical nature and extent. The desktop study and field inspection concluded that additional investigation was required to understand the nature and extent of the midden and its cultural significance to Aboriginal people.
South Ballina Sand Quarry
Cultural Heritage Assessment of large Pleistocene sand dune in preparation for a proposed quarry. Tasks included archaeological test excavations, testing for both human remains and Aboriginal artefacts, extensive knowledge holder consultation and negotiation of use of GPR to manage potential risks to burials.