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STATE KOALA OFFSETS POLICY-
WHAT IT MEANS FOR DEVELOPMENT ALSO IN THIS ISSUE:
-AVERAGE DEVELOPMENT COSTS -POLICY UPDATES
TRANSFORMING THE GASWORKS
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KEY STORIES Queensland Planning Reform Guide Vegetation Offsets (Koala) Policy Transforming the Gasworks Employee News - Meet our team
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REGULAR FEATURES Welcome Policy Updates
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Welcome to the Summer 2014 edition of URBANe. In this edition we focus on some examples of Transformations which have taken place in recent times that relate to Development in Queensland.
Mankind, alone, has the power to transform their thoughts into physical reality; mankind, alone, can dream and make their dreams come true. - Napoleon Hill
Of highest importance is the State’s focus on transforming the Queensland Planning and Development system into ‘the best Planning and Development Assessment system in Australia’. The 2nd half of 2013 saw some major announcements in relation to planning reform and the agenda set out by the Government indicates that 2014 will be even busier when it comes to pushing forward planning reform. To help make sense of the numerous initiatives currently in play that will transform the way we plan and develop, we have penned the Queensland Planning Reform Guide. This guide covers recent policy developments initiated by both the State and Local Authorities which are likely to have significant impacts in the future. Although not obvious at first glance, the Average Development Costs calculated by JFP for 2013 reinforce the thought that the Development industry is experiencing a transformation towards a more buoyant period in 2014. The 2nd half of 2013 saw significant increases in construction costs and activity on investigations for new proposals. These increases, which have carried over into the New Year, reflect a transformation in the mood displayed by numerous industry players. As the above quote from Napoleon Hill states, having the power to transform your thoughts into physical reality is the stuff of dreams. JFP has had the privilege of leading the transformation of the Gas Works, one of Brisbane’s landmark projects. The focal point of the Gas Works redevelopment site, the Gas Works Plaza, was recently unveiled to the public, with much acclaim. The challenge of the Design Brief for transforming the Gas Works Plaza was to respect the needs of the past, present & future relating to the project. The Gasometer structure, which encompasses the Plaza, has a heritage of over 140 years. Incorporating and preserving the Gasometer structure within the design for the Plaza required both sensitivity and creativity to be displayed by JFP’s Landscape Architects. To meet current expectations for public spaces, the design also had to ensure that the Plaza would be a Green Place. Finally, being the focal point of a mixed-use, high density development, the design required flexibility which ensured that the Plaza could act as a Renewable Place in the future. The article Transforming the Gasworks outlines how JFP was able to overcome the challenging design brief to dream, design, document and deliver an outstanding Brisbane landmark.
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We trust that reading URBANe leaves you better informed and more confident about some of the exciting transformations currently being experienced within the Queensland Development Industry.
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QUEENSL A N D PL ANNING R EFO RM YOUR GUIDE TO NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT POLICY
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Q U EENSL AND PL ANNING RE F ORM GUI D E There have been major changes proposed by the State Government in recent times to the Queensland Planning System. On the following pages we summerise some of the most significant changes proposed. On their own, each of these items represent a considerable amendment to the system. When combined these changes will be transformational. Planning for Queensland’s Development Act Infrastructure Charging Reform Queensland Plan SEQ Regional Plan Review State Assessment Referral Agency and the SDAPs State Planning Policy Queensland Planning Provisions Draft Brisbane City Plan Local Government Updates
Planning for Queensland’s Development Act As part of its planning reform process, the Queensland Government is currently preparing a replacement for the Sustainable Planning Act. The new legislation is to be known as the Planning for Queensland’s Development Act and will be focused on facilitating economic growth and prosperity within Queensland through an efficient, effective, integrated, transparent Development Assessment and Planning System. The State has identified its desire to create Australia’s best Planning and Development Assessment System. To achieve this, it is working to prepare a system which is less process orientated and more focused on facilitating appropriate development, an ambitious task by any means. Whilst minimal details on the new legislation are available at this stage, key goals of the new legislation include: Driving prosperity through a four-pillar economy, including development and construction; A reduction in red tape for business and industry; •Reforming of the state’s planning and development assessment system to empower local governments to better plan for their communities.
Graeme Bews Associate Director Planning & Urban Design Sunshine Coast & Regional Queensland
Shane Talty Associate Director Planning & Urban Design - Brisbane
Ideas currently being explored in the preparation of the Act include changes to the way public notification of development applications is triggered, the categories and types of assessable development, simplification of the planning hierarchy/ layers and amendments to the dispute resolution and appeals processes. The exact wording and content of the amended provisions is yet to be finalised.
Providing greater certainty on timeframes; Reforming of the State’s Planning and Development Assessment System to empower local governments to better plan for their communities. Ideas currently being explored in the preparation of the Act include changes to the way public notification of Development Applications is triggered, the categories and types of assessable development, simplification of the planning hierachy/layers and amendments to the dispute resolution and appeals processes. The exact wording and content of the provisions is yet to be finalised. It will be interesting to see further details on the legislation as it evolves and JFP will provide further updates as more information becomes available. Preparation, development and consultation on the new legislation will continue throughout 2014.
State Assessment Referral Agency and the SDAPs Since July 2013, the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning (DSDIP) via the State Assessment Referral Agency (SARA) is the sole referral agency for certain applications relating to State matters that are identified in the Sustainable Planning Regulations (eg State controlled roads). SARA is the single lodgement and assessment point for all development applications involving matters of interest to the State. It delivers a coordinated approach to the state’s assessment of these applications, by receiving technical input / comments from various State agencies before providing a whole of government response to assessment of state interests. Referred applications are assessed against the State Development Assessment Provisions (SDAP). The SDAPs only apply to some State interests and contain modules that must be addressed by applicants. We are pleased to report that SARA has been fulfilling its mandate of providing a coordinated approach to state decision making. There has been a noticeable cultural shift in state agencies which have shown an increased desire to partner and facilitate, rather than create unnecessary obstacles.
Queensland Plan
SEQ Regional Plan Review
The draft Queensland Plan (QP) is currently open for public comment following an extensive community visioning process in 2013. The QP is a high level policy document which outlines a 30-year vision for Queensland and is intended to inform future policy. The final Queensland Plan will be ready for release in mid-2014.
The Queensland Government is currently reviewing the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2009—2031. Formal consultation on the Draft SEQRP is expected in mid 2014, with the final Plan anticipated by the end of 2014.
Some of the themes/objectives in the QP relevant to the development industry and how we design our places are: Strong prosperous regions Well planned community
and
connected
Work life balance Urban sprawl is managed efficiently – Queensland cities grow up not out Impacts of population growth are managed – more people live and work in regions
The State Government intends that the new Regional Plan will not duplicate other planning instruments and will be focussed only on State issues that require regionally-specific policy direction. A key question, relevant to the Development Industry, will be whether the prescriptive Urban Footprint is to be retained under the new Regional Plan. This issue is being assessed by the State Government as part of initial community consultation with peak bodies. We are hopeful that, whatever form the Urban Footprint takes in the new Regional Plan, it provides greater flexibility and does not prevent innovative and well located development that currently falls outside the often arbitrary regulatory Urban Footprint limits.
Whilst the QP has been seen by many as a costly exercise having questionable value, it is a useful broad-brush tool to see where Queensland aims to be in the next 30 years. As always, the key will be how its high level aspirations filter into decision making.
Infrastructure Charging Reform The State is due to make public its reforms to Infrastructure Charging in the next month or so. The reforms will address both the system supporting the charges and the level of the charges themselves. Improvements to the system supporting Infrastructure Charging will be
welcome and could potentially address some serious obstacles to development which currently exist. However the single biggest ‘kick-start’ that the Government could provide to the Industry would be a reduction in the level of the charges. Whether this occurs still remains to be seen.
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Q U EENSL AND PL ANNING RE F ORM GUI D E State Planning Policy The new State Planning Policy (SPP) commenced in December 2013, following consultation on the draft version. It replaces the previous multiple SPPs with a single document that articulates State Government policies in relation to matters of state interest. The 16 state interests cover five broad themes: Liveable Communities and Housing Economic Growth Environment and Heritage Hazards and Safety Infrastructure The SPP applies, among other things, to: Plan making (ie preparing or amending planning schemes and regional plans); and Development Assessment for certain applications only where the SPP has not yet been reflected in the relevant planning scheme. In relation to Development Assessment, the SPP contains Interim Development
Assessment Requirements (IDARs). Councils must assess the Development Applicatons listed in the SPP against these IDARs which cover matters including mining & extractive resources, biodiversity, coastal environment, water quality, natural hazards, emissions and hazardous activities & state transport infrastructure and strategic airports. There appears to be some duplication of the SPP IDARs and the SDAPs (see previous page). For example, in relation to Biodiversity, Council may be required to assess a proposal for impacts on “matters of state environmental significance” at the same time as a Concurrence Agency assesses the same issue in respect of remnant vegetation (now known as Regulated Vegetation Mapping). In practice, the need for applicants to address the IDARs will decrease over time as new planning schemes are prepared which incorporate the SPP. The new SPP is a welcome initiative which clearly articulates the State’s policies on matters of state interest in a single document with a user friendly format.
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Queensland Planning Provisions The Queensland Planning Provisions (QPPs) are the standard planning scheme provisions for new planning schemes. The QPPs contain mandatory and optional components which ensure that planning schemes have a consistent format and structure. The optional components provide Councils with some flexibility to draft planning schemes to reflect particular circumstances. The latest version of QPP is Version 3.0 which was gazetted on 25 October 2013. They include refinement of standard zones and use and administrative definitions. The benefits of the QPPs will become more apparent once Councils release new QPP compliant planning schemes. However, with the impending release of a new draft Planning Act to replace the Sustainable Planning Act, which will no doubt require amendments to planning schemes, it may be some years before a consistent suite of planning schemes
Draft Brisbane City Plan Brisbane City Council has recently endorsed the final version of its Draft Brisbane City Plan. The latest version of the Plan followed detailed consideration of approximately 2700 submissions which were received in relation to the Plan during the public notification stage. The amended Plan was debated and finally endorsed by Council on the 7th February and is in the process of being sent to the State Government for the final State interest check. Once the State Government has signed off on the amended Draft, Council will
announce a formal commencement date for the Plan, which is yet to be confirmed. Once in force the new Plan will be known as Brisbane City Plan 2014. Council has made a number of amendments to the previous draft in response to the submissions received. Changes in certain car parking rates, levels of assessment and the complexity of assessment codes being some of the most significant amendments noted thus far. JFP will continue to monitor the status
and implications of the new City Plan and will provide further updates to our clients in the coming months. Consideration will need to be given as to the benefits and disadvantages of the new Plan prior to its adoption to determine the most appropriate timeframe for the lodgement of Development Applications.
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State set to charge for Referral Assessments The Queensland Government is reviewing Development Assessment Fees for Referral Agency Assessments under Schedules 6 and 7 of the Sustainable Planning Regulation 2009. As of the 1st July 2014, the State is looking to introduce a “User Pays” system for any referral agency assessment triggered under the Act. As an example, the State is proposing fees of between $2783 and $5567 for the assessment of referral triggers relating to State Controlled Roads based on the currently preferred fee option. These fees will have an immediate impact on the overall cost and affordability of new and/or
modified Development Applications. It should be noted that the majority of State Government referrals (SARA) currently incur no fees. The State is currently seeking feedback on the proposed Fee Review until the 5th March 2014. The proposed fees appear contrary to the Government’s desire to foster and deliver new development. In the interests of affordability, it is strongly recommended that all of our clients review the proposed fee arrangements and consider the lodgement of a submission.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT UP DAT ES
REDLANDS CITY COUNCIL
LOGAN CITY COUNCIL
FRASER COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL
Economic Development Queensland, in conjunction with the Redland City Council, have recently undertaken public consultation sessions in relation to the proposed Toondah Harbour and Weinan Creek Development Schemes. These schemes are the next step in the transformation of both sites into vibrant waterfront destinations.
Both the Draft Logan Planning Scheme and the supporting Adopted Infrastructure Charges Resolution (No.5) have been released for public comment until the 30th April 2014. The Draft Planning Scheme replaces the three historical planning schemes which have covered the expanded area of Logan City over the last few years. The Scheme also complies with the format of the Queensland Planning Provisions.
The Fraser Coast Planning Scheme was adopted by Council on Wednesday, 22nd January 2014 and officially commenced operation on 28th January 2014. The Scheme replaces the previous planning schemes for Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Tiaro and Woocoo.
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V EGETATI ON OF F S ET S (KO AL A ) PO LI C Y – Effe c t s on D ev el op m ent Sit es In cases where the State requires habitat offsets, the Net Gain of Koala Habitat in South East Queensland Policy comes into effect. Under this policy developers have the choice of making habitat offsets either through direct delivery, an offset broker or through an offset payment. For offset payments, an amount of $920 is applicable for every non-juvenile food tree cleared throughout the development site. A non-juvenile tree is defined as a tree more than 4m tall or measuring more than 100mm diameter at 1.3m above ground level. A food tree under the State Planning Policy is defined as any Corymbia, Melaleuca, Lophostemon, Angophora or Eucalyptus genera.
until establishment, divided by the average density for bushland habitat of 250 trees per hectare. Direct offsets can be used and will require revegetation areas to be established at a ratio of 5 plants for each non-native food tree removed. As an example, if 2 trees were to be removed from site then the offset at 5:1 would be 10 trees. Based on a required density of 250 trees per hectare the total area required to plant 10 trees would be 400m2. It seems that for smaller development sites the offset payment would be the likely option, with larger development areas opting for direct offsets where revegetation works may already be conditioned.
The offset payment amount is based on the average cost per hectare of land outside the urban footprint for rehabilitation, plus the cost of planting and maintenance
Ryan Cairney Landscape Architect & Field Ecologist
AVE R AGE D E V E LO PME NT CO STS Two halves are more interesting than the whole Me dian Co st pe r Lo t (2 0 1 3 )
~ $102,923 Figures based on estimates for actual residential development
Will this be the year that brings the long anticipated recovery in
proposals investigated by JFP during 2013 reveal that costs reduced
residential development expected in Queensland for some time
marginally (<1%) in comparison to 2012 over the calendar year. At
now?
first sight it would seem that the year past just represented more of the same. However, a more detailed analysis of the figures reveals an
As a way of providing a reading on the pulse of the Industry during this year URBANe will continue to report on costs and activity for each quarter during the whole of 2014.
interesting observation. For costs and activity, the 1st half of 2013 represented a low point; while the 2nd half of the year saw strong
These average costs are derived from development cost estimates completed by JFP on
increases in both. At the same time there have been reports of
actual urban development proposals during 2013. The costs cover the following items; Civil
substantial increases in sales rate figures by a number of JFP Clients
Works, Electrical/Telecommunications services, Landscape Works, Contingencies, Council fees,
during the 2nd half of 2013. When combined, these figures seem
Infrastructure Charges, Consultant fees, GST on above items. The figures do not include any
to support the increase in confidence being expressed by many in
purchase costs, sales and marketing costs, land taxes, rates or any holding or financing related
the Development Industry about 2014.
costs incurred in relation to urban development. Each project is unique so these figures should be viewed as a general guide only. To obtain accurate figures relevant to your own site contact JFP.
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Transforming the
The Gasworks Plaza, located at Newstead Riverpark, is an extensive, master-planned, mixed-use development with the heritage listed Brisbane landmark, The Gasometer, at its core. This transformative urban renewal project, undertaken by (formerly FKP), includes retail shops, commercial offices, bars, restaurants and the unique public space, the Gas Works Plaza, set around and within the Gasometer structure itself. JFP has had the privilege of taking a lead role in transforming the entire Gasworks precinct; particularly for its centrepiece, the Gasworks Plaza. As would be expected for a site which contains one of Brisbaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prominent heritage landmarks, the design brief for the project was extraordinarily challenging. In transforming the Gasworks, JFP was set the task to devise and implement a design which respected and met the needs of the past, present and the future. JFPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response was to deliver on a vision for a historic place with a green, sub-tropical heart that was flexible enough for people to enjoy renewable experiences. The following pages illustrate the creativity in design and precision in delivery displayed by JFP on the recently unveiled Gasworks Plaza. They also provide a glimpse into how JFPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision for the site has been realised.
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The Gasometer we see today is one of two gasholders built for the Brisbane Gasworks over 140 years ago. It is located along one of the city’s key arterial entries, which at one stage also included a railway line to Newstead. The 19th century structure would have been seen as an exemplar of the times. It sat within 22 acres of coal yards, rail, wharves and warehouses, rising and falling, like an industrial heart pumping energy into the city. This was prior to mass produced electricity and hence gas was the life source of Brisbane homes, streets and industry. Thom Blake, a local historian working on the project, described gas production as having major significance because it allowed people to use their city at night far more readily. It is hard to nowadays imagine the sub-tropical, river city of Brisbane without a vibrant nightlife. Hence, the construction of the Gasometer structure in 1867 can be viewed as a significant development in Brisbane’s cultural landscape.
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Historic Place OPPOSITE TOP - 1893 flood from the John Oxley Collection OPPOSITE CENTRE - Rail in Newstead passed within 15m north of the Gasometer running roughly east west from the river to Breakfast Creek Road. OPPOSITE BOTTOM - Circa 2002 prior to site decontamination, FKP.
BOTTOM LEFT - Circa 2002 prior to site decontamination, FKP. BOTTOM RIGHT - Deconstruction of the gas tank showing internal brickwork and frame TOP RIGHT - Brisbane Gas Works technical drawing showing the height to which the gas cylinder rose.
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ABOVE Left to right - Access , viewshed and permeability studies, concept development and 3D modelling of the plaza
Brisbane and South-East Queensland prides itself on being a sub-tropical destination where our climate allows for widespread use of our natural environmental all year round. To take full advantage of our climate the design team strove to make the plaza a truly sub-tropical place, shaded by trees and softened by lawns and planting. The Plaza itself is a north facing space of similar scale to King George Square. By day, for people to readily enjoy this space and linger, the place needed to be comfortable and robust. Trees were seen as an obvious way to provide shade whilst still preserving views and access to the structure itself. A combination of lawn and plantings were used to funnel people to safe points of entry between the frame to offset the heat-island effect that would have otherwise occurred in this space. This softscape was designed to reflect the geometrical nature of the structure and to tie the Gasometer to the new architecture that surrounded it.
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concepts for a green heart Whilst lighting up heritage buildings and modern architecture is common place, the Gasworks Plaza embodied the idea of night lighting and this transformed into interactively lit art pieces and colourful weekend light shows that were aimed at activating this public place well into the evening. ABOVE - 3D modelling of the plaza
â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted the plaza to be a space where workers can sit and enjoy lunch, a place that is central to local business, a place for community celebrations and a new destination within Brisbane.â&#x20AC;?
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To facilitate renewable experiences for users of the space, JFP envisaged that The Gasworks Plaza would function as a modern agora; a gathering place in this part of the city surrounded by commerce and housing. Whilst the heritage listed Gasometer structure formed a physical constraint to how the space can be used, the view was always taken that the landscape should be sufficiently adaptable to be able to be altered over time to suit ever-changing community needs. This is a response to the ever increasing pressure modern society places on the need to have choice and variety in all aspects of life. The design for the plaza had to be flexible enough to create a space where workers could sit and enjoy lunch, a place that was central to local business, a place for community celebrations and a new destination within Brisbane. To do this it also had to be a space which could be used effectively both at day and night.
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a ‘renewable’ place Working with a variety of architectural teams and different sub-consultants, JFP’s Landscape Architects were the only discipline to be involved across all Gasworks project sites. This ensured that the clarity of the landscape vision was not blurred. The success of the project continues to grow with a vibrant restaurant scene, weekend performances in the plaza and a high tenancy rate. Special Events such as the Active Nation Day and Australia Day have also demonstrated the flexibility of the design. It is this adaptability that encourages people to return to the plaza to enjoy a different experience; a renewable experience.
TOP - GASWORKS PLAZA has been designed as a green place; a sub-tropical heart at the centre of the development. CENTRE - INTERFACE WITH THE GASOMETER The Gasworks Plaza will function as a modern agora; a relaxed meeting place and event space for the Newstead community. BOTTOM - The Breezeway is a 150m long retail mall located east of the Gasometer and will ultimately extend towards the river with future stages.
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Project Acknowledgments Landscape Architecture Team: JFP Urban Consultants Andrew Galt Tenille Learmonth Kim Miers Ryan Cairney with peer support by Wendy Badger Client : Aveo (FKP Limited) Principal Consultants on adjacent sites: Gasometer 1 & 3 - Cox Rayner Architects Gasometer 2 - ML Design Architects Planning: Urbis & ML Design Master Planning & early urban design studies: Cox Rayner Architects, Urbis, Services: Gasometer 1 – Floth & SPP Gasometer 2 & Gasworks Plaza – EMF and ADG
ACTIVE NATION DAY 2013
Engineering: Gasometer 1 – Bird Gasometer 2 – EMF and ADG Gasworks Plaza Lighting/ Mechanical: Firefly/ EMF Photography: Images supplied by Aveo (FKP) and JFP. Contractors: Gasometer 1& Gasworks Plaza – FKP Construction/ Dig-It Landscapes Gasometer 2 – Hutchinson Builders Gasworks Plaza - FKP Construction Art Coordination: iAM Projects Heritage: Riddel Architecture / Thom Blake Historian
AUSTRALIA DAY 2014
RIGHT Bank of Queensland’s new HQ will be delivered mid-2014 completing the the western side of the plaza.
S TA F F NO TE S
EMP LO Y EE NEW S - M EET O U R TEAM NEW EMPLOY EE S Jane Horton
Gary Crebbin
David Wood
Bringing over a decade of
A very experienced Cadastral
experience both in the field
Surveyor of 30+ years, Gary has
and in the office drafting,
recently joined JFP’s Survey
David has recently joined
team. As a Sunshine Coast
JFP as a Senior Survey
resident with strong local
Draftsperson. David’s skills, enthusiasm and
connections, Gary is well placed to support
practical approach are being applied both
our Associate Director of Survey - David
on Brisbane and Sunshine Coast projects,
Eagle - with servicing the rapidly increasing
and allow him to assist with the continual
demand for Survey services currently being
improvement of JFP’s Survey systems.
experienced on the Sunshine Coast.
Russell Buckley
Julie Wilmans over
six
Jane is a highly competent Urban Planner who joined JFP in August 2013. Formerly with Moreton Bay Regional Council, she has a thorough knowledge of both the IDAS system and South East Queensland Planning Schemes. Highly skilled in the preparation and administration of Development Applications, Jane has become a valuable member of JFP’s Team in only a relatively short period of time.
Russell joined JFP in Brisbane
With
years
in late 2013 as an Urban
experience, including several
Planner, after working at both
years working as a Surveyor
the Gold Coast City Council
for Main Roads in Townsville,
and GHD. He has over 6 years
Julie joined the JFP Central
direct experience as a Planner covering a
Queensland team in late 2013. Since then
range of urban development and large scale
she has been performing Surveys on both
infrastructure projects. Russell has a strong
residential and industrial projects and is
focus on customer service and delivering high
proving to be another reliable member of
quality outcomes for clients.
JFP’s Central Queensland team.
P R O M O T IO N Tenille Learmonth
In recognition of her role in supporting Andrew
Galt
to
achieve a fantastic outcome
for
the
landscape on the signature Gasworks Plaza Project, Tenille has been promoted to the position of Senior Landscape
RETURNING
Architect.
Daniel Lawless
Carl Adamson
This step up allows Tenille to display her
After a short stint in Brisbane,
Following
several
Daniel has returned to his role
travelling
in
as a Survey Associate in JFP’s
Carl
returned
Central Queensland office.
and re-joined JFPs Central
Daniel’s
and
Queensland Office. Similar to
understanding of the Survey requirements
Daniel Lawless, Carl gained solid experience
for major industrial sites in the Gladstone
working on major industrial sites and
Region make him a valuable member of
residential developments during his earlier
JFP’s team.
stint at JFP.
experience
has
months
Scandinavia, home
strong organisational skills by taking the lead on a number of major projects currently being undertaken by JFP’s Landscape Architects.
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