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.