Biosis heritage consultants and archaeologists are specialists in cultural heritage management for large-scale multi-partner developments, and we are known for our strong record in positive community facilitation
Biosis has extensive experience delivering and managing cultural heritage impact assessments for projects supporting Australia’s transition to renewable energy. We work with clients who develop wind and solar farms, build transmission infrastructure and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). We’re known for clear advice, strong heritage expertise, and meaningful community engagement since 1995.
Our clients include Equis, Avenis Energy, EnergyCo NSW, Mt Fyans and Virya, among others. See our technical services listed below.
Capability Statement
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The map below displays regions across NSW and Victoria where Biosis has established and maintained relationships with Aboriginal stakeholders through respectful, ongoing engagement.
Biosis APEM Group heritage projects completed since 2019
Biosis provides end-to-end heritage, ecology and environmental approval services. We work with major energy developers across Australia to navigate complex approval pathways and ensure stakeholders are consulted in a timely and respectful way.
We use GIS and spatial analysis tools to identify areas of sensitivity and inform project planning early. Our approach helps avoid impacts where possible and supports better design outcomes. Where impacts cannot be avoided, we deliver targeted archaeological services to mitigate impacts to heritage values.
- Aboriginal and Historical Heritage Opportunities and Constraints Report
- Combined Constraints Report (CCR): Ecology and Heritage
- Aboriginal Due Diligence Assessment
- Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment
- Aboriginal community consultation
- Archaeological survey, and test and salvage excavation
- Historical Heritage Assessment and Archaeological Assessment
- Statement of Heritage Impact
- Conservation Management Plan
- Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permits for excavation and impact to Aboriginal objects
- Section 140 Excavation Permit and Section 60 Approval
Archaeological Assessment | Constraints Assessment | Salvage | Artefact Analysis
| Community Consultation | In-House Spatial Services | In-House Data Analysis
Key Team Members
Samantha Keats
Manager – Heritage (NSW)
Ashley O’Sullivan
Manager – Heritage (Victoria)
Crystal Garabedian
Business Development Coordinator and Senior Heritage Consultant
Anthea Vella
Team Leader - Heritage (NSW)
Lauren Harley
Team Leader – GIS (NSW)
Claire Nunez
General Manager (NSW)
Mitch Palmer
Manager – Ecology (NSW), Renewable Energy Market Lead - Australia and New Zealand