Prepare and present expert witness statements regarding heritage and conservation matters in an independent and unbiased manner to courts, tribunals and panels, including VCAT.
C&R Ryder Consulting specialises in high quality Arboricultural consultancy with the aim to provide accurate assessments allowing informed decisions. We specialise in the assessment and management of trees of significance, heritage listed gardens and culturally modified trees. Cameron is the Principal Consultant with over 20 years in arboriculture and consulting. The consultancy specialises in the following…
Everick Heritage provides heritage management services throughout Australia. We have forged a reputation for delivering comprehensive and effective management solutions. Our core staff are certified and experienced in working on infrastructure, construction and mine sites throughout Victoria. We structure our final deliverable package to our clients’ individual specifications. All reporting is subject to internal review,…
GJM Heritage is led by two Directors with a team of seven associates and heritage consultants. The GJM Heritage team have considerable experience in the field of heritage assessment and management, bringing together skills in architecture, urban planning, interpretation, architectural history and history. We offer services in the fields of research, heritage policy, planning, heritage…
GML Heritage is one of Australia’s most respected heritage consultancies. We provide balanced solutions for heritage places and communities that respond to our clients’ needs and the complexities, opportunities and challenges of our time. GML’s portfolio includes strategic heritage advice, place-based and social histories, integrated heritage values assessment, and heritage studies across Victoria, conservation management…
Heritage Workshop provides “Next Generation Conservation”: a strategic approach to heritage that combines rigorous historical analysis with strategic pragmatism. We act as trusted advisors to property owners, developers, the for-purpose sector, and government, ensuring that every project navigates the planning system with clarity and purpose. Our philosophy is grounded in empowering our clients. We move…
Lovell Chen is a nationally recognised, research-led design practice integrating architecture, conservation, and heritage. Since 1981, our award-winning team has delivered highly complex projects across sectors — balancing innovation with care for history, place and people. We are the trusted stewards of significant heritage assets, known for design excellence and enduring impact. From our Melbourne…
Partridge is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with over four decades of experience delivering innovative and technically excellent outcomes across Australia and internationally. Founded in Sydney in 1982, Partridge has evolved into a respected provider of comprehensive engineering services, including structural, civil, hydraulic, stormwater, remedial, forensic, and event engineering. We specialise in the structural analysis…
RBA Architects and Conservation Consultants is a studio of design, heritage and conservation professionals with almost 30 years experience. We have extensive project experience in both the private and public sectors and have a diverse multi-disciplinary skill set which enables us to provide a holistic approach to architecture and conservation. We actively engage with contemporary…
Touring the Past is an independent heritage consultancy working across Melbourne and regional Victoria, and Sydney and New South Wales. We work with owners and caretakers, architects and public agencies to conserve, renew, adapt and interpret historic places through practical, evidence-led advice matched to the genuine level of heritage risk. We support everything from targeted…
Trethowan Heritage offers expert services in heritage planning, conservation and adaptive reuse. We partner with clients across private, commercial and government sectors to deliver heritage outcomes that respect cultural values and promote sustainable, meaningful change. Our approach is rooted in authenticity and traditional craftsmanship, ensuring that every project maintains the unique character of heritage places…
Dr Aron Paul has over twenty years experience in providing heritage and historical services around metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Urban History can assist you in navigating the heritage and planning system whether you’re renovating or building a new home in a Heritage Overlay area, or seeking expert advice in managing heritage assets. Services include Heritage Assessments, Heritage Impact Statements, Conservation Management Plans, Planning Panel & VCAT Expert Witness Reports.…
Wexhaus specialises in heritage renovations and extensions to existing heritage homes across Melbourne. We can work with you to take the best elements of Victorian heritage living, and create a property that really works for you on a functional level. Wexhaus director, Wesley Spencer, is also a director of the National Trust (VIC), and ICOMOS…
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant industry or trade (eg. heritage, conservation, law, planning), and at least three years experience providing expert witness testimonies at panels, tribunals or VCAT. Individuals and organisations must maintain adherence to all VCAT and other tribunal requirements of expert witnesses, including PNVCAT2.