Capabilities & Services
We offer clear advice and strategies based on a deep understanding of all aspects of planning, economics and tourism and a commitment to evidence-based decision making.
We believe good planning is essential to improving the liveability of our cities and regions. We offer a range of strategic planning services and advice to both the public and private sectors, drawing on a team of expert and qualified planners. We add value through our understanding of economics, markets, infrastructure and economic development.
Our economic capabilities span a diversity of projects and purposes. We undertake economic analysis to inform strategic planning, define development concepts, test and evaluate proposals, inform economic development strategies, assess impacts of projects on local and regional economies and attract investment.
We are national leaders in tourism advisory. Our services are grounded in economic and strategic planning principles, best practice stakeholder co-design and engagement approaches and in-region site exploration. This ensures our work is evidence-based, tailored to unique local conditions and meets client and project needs.
Our range of services are outlined below.
Accommodation Studies
Visitor accommodation investment advisory.
Event Strategies
Informing the strategic direction for future growth and enhancement of the events sector.
Organisational & Governance Reviews
Review of organisational and governance structures for tourism organisations and facilities.
Residential, Housing & Population Analysis
Analysis of housing markets, social and demographic trends and implications for planning and development.
Visitor Information Services
Informed strategies to deliver visitor information and services.
Economic Development
Targeted analysis focusing on sustainable economic growth and improving the wellbeing of communities.
Feasibility Studies & Business Cases
In depth analysis to identify, inform and evaluate projects and proposals.
Property Market & Development Assessment
Profiling markets, analysing supply and demand, evaluating opportunities and constraints, informing outcomes.
Retail Economics
Economic analysis to inform planning and investment decisions for retail centres.
Economic Impact & Cost Benefit Assessment
Evaluating investments, supporting business cases, funding submissions and planning applications.
Infrastructure Funding
Expert, practical and evidence-based advice for infrastructure funding mechanisms.
Renewable Energy
Economic, property and planning analysis of renewable energy projects and affected areas.
Strategic Land Use Planning
Land use masterplans, structure plans and broad land use strategies for precincts and regions.
Employment Planning
Forecasting and analysis to plan for the employment needs of places, and local and regional economies.
Masterplanning & Concept Planning
Creative and practical planning for sites and precincts, attractions and community and recreation facilities.
Research
Insightful research to profile, plan, strategise, develop, test and track industry sectors.
Tourism Strategy & Destination Planning
Tourism Strategies and Destination Management Plans for Regions, Local Government Areas and Destinations.