ECOLOGICAL CONSULTING
Strategic ecological consulting that goes beyond compliance
The most successful projects integrate ecological intelligence into project design from the start. This creates outcomes where development and biodiversity can both thrive.
What this solves
Ecological integration creates competitive advantage: projects that regulators support, communities advocate for and that set the bar for sustainable design.
We combine our ecological expertise with strategic design thinking to shape landscape, habitat and biodiversity outcomes for your project. Because the most promotable projects don’t just comply, they exceed regulatory requirements.
Whether a land development, infrastructure or wind energy project, Nature Advisory has the expertise, experience and track record to help you succeed.
Our Approach
In just a few weeks, we deliver certainty.
Deliverables include: Strategic Ecological Advice | Conservation & Biodiversity Plans | Landscape Design Integration | Monitoring & Adaptive Management Frameworks
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Discovery & Visioning
We understand your project vision, constraints, and opportunities. Ecological desktop review and targeted assessment identify values and strategic design levers.
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Strategic Design
We work with your design and planning teams to integrate ecological outcomes into concept and detailed design, identifying where ecological thinking creates better outcomes for all stakeholders.
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Planning & Implementation
We translate strategic recommendations into operational plans, management frameworks, and monitoring systems that ensure outcomes are delivered and measured.
Why Nature Advisory
We bring ecological expertise to the design table early, when it matters most. Rather than solving problems late in the process, we identify opportunities to shape project design so both development and nature benefit.
We understand regulatory landscape without being constrained by it. Compliance frameworks set the floor, but we help you exceed minimums—creating conservation outcomes and community confidence that differentiate your project.
We have deep sector experience. We've worked on hundreds of projects across wind energy, property, and infrastructure, so we know what works strategically in your context and can avoid costly design changes mid-project.
Specialist team
Consultations are led by senior ecologists who understand both ecological science and design feasibility.
Bernard O’Callaghan
Managing Director
Dr Inga Kulik
Director
Alan Brennan
Director and Principal Ecologist
Chris Armstrong
Team Lead, Property Development and Conservation
Jackson Clerke
Team Lead Operational Monitoring
Dr Kate Callister
Project Manager and Senior Ecologist
Andrew Lewis
Project Manager and Senior Ecologist
Dr Amanda Dare
Senior Project Manager / Zoology Field Team Lead (Vic/Tas)
Dr Michael Cunningham
NSW Team Lead
Services frequently delivered
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Biodiversity Strategies and Conservation Plans
Strategic frameworks that identify priorities, set conservation goals, and integrate ecological outcomes into project design and long-term management. Essential when seeking to demonstrate genuine conservation commitment, meet emerging regulatory expectations or build community support.
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Urban Nature Advice and Design
Strategic design of site layout, vegetation, and habitat connectivity that optimises ecological values while meeting project objectives. Needed when design decisions can enhance biodiversity, improve habitat connectivity, or create distinctive ecological character.
Discuss your ecological consulting needs
Get in touch with our team to discuss how we can help you navigate environmental challenges and deliver practical solutions.
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