Experiences
Proven Positive Heritage Outcomes
Cobaki Lakes
This ongoing project involved a desktop study, site inspections, extensive consultation with the Aboriginal community, an Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment and an accompanying CHMP. Extensive archaeological excavations have been undertaken, much of which consisted of shell midden.
Grafton Regional Gallery
Statement of Heritage Impact for the locally heritage listed Grafton Regional Gallery including desktop research, site inspection, detailed field survey and recording informed the preparation a report for the gallery, including recommendations on future heritage impact mitigation practices and legislative advice.
Arrunga Estate, Nimbin
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment including desktop review, site inspection with representatives of the Ngulingah LALC, archaeological excavations, ongoing management advice and preparation of an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit.
Drainage Pipe Replacement, Dareton
TfNSW is proposing to replace a stormwater drainage pipe on a property and Crown land in far western NSW adjacent to the ancestral bank of the Murray River. Archaeological survey identified and registered a freshwater shell midden which would be impacted by the works. In consultation with the RAPs, an Archaeological Methodology was prepared to support an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) application to allow for test excavation within and close to the shell midden to determine the nature and extent of subsurface archaeological deposit and provide the RAPs and TfNSW with management and mitigation options.
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.
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.
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.
Yamba Gantry Wall
Historic heritage impact Assessment in support of alterations and maintenance to a locally listed heritage item. Project tasks included inspection, statements of heritage impact and management recommendations.
Budd Park Wharf, Tweed Shire
An assessment of known and potential historical cultural heritage values of deposits uncovered during remedial works. Everick provided a statement of heritage impact, research and conservation advice.
Byron Bay Rail
Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment of proposed use of vacant railway lands for access and car park purposes in Byron Bay. Works included a brief desktop review and site inspection to identify the key heritage values of the site.
Fingal Lighthouse, Tweed Heads
Technical advisor to local community groups on maintenance of locally listed heritage item. Production of conservation policy, including advice on ongoing maintenance, minor restoration and public interpretation opportunities.
Parramatta West Public School
An Historical Archaeological Assessment (HAA) was prepared for the proposed redevelopment of land adjacent to the Parramatta West Public School as part of a State Significant Development application. The Parramatta Archaeological Management Unit for the area assessed this land as being of moderate archaeological sensitivity it was determined through detailed historical background research and GPR that the land was of nil historic archaeological potential.