Era Advisory

Name: Era Advisory
Address: L1, 125A Elizabeth Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000, AU
Telephone: +61361650443

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We are Era Advisory. A team of strategic thinkers driven to leave places better than we found them. Approvals | Policy | Engagement | Strategy

28/09/2026

Emma, Caroline and Grace had the opportunity to attend the Planning Institute Australia (PIA) Tasmanian Conference earlier this month in sunny Devonport!

PIA Conferences are always a great opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and learn from each other about how planning can contribute to making great communities.

The theme of the conference was focused on how we can deliver real outcomes for communities in Tasmania. This provided us with an opportunity to talk about a project the Era team loves, the West Coast Community Plan. Caroline presented on the importance of authentic engagement in facilitating a community plan which is vision informed, place based, and with clear and measurable actions for Council and the community to implement.

The Conference also saw Grace sit on a panel with other emerging planners to discuss their planning journeys so far, what they love about the profession, and the key learnings they have had as they have started their career.

The Era team is always keen to support PIA and the industry, and attending conferences is a way to continue learning, and contributing to sharing knowledge, with the fantastic community of Tasmanian planners.

📸 Lydia Lovelock

11/09/2026

Yesterday, the Era Advisory team came together to mark R U OK? Day, an important reminder of the role we can all play in supporting mental health and wellbeing.

We were grateful to hear from Cass Jones, who delivered a thoughtful and engaging presentation exploring the power of connection, the importance of listening, and practical approaches to supporting wellbeing. Thank you, Cass, for generously sharing your wisdom, warmth and insights with our team.

R U OK? Day shines an important spotlight on the power of checking in with the people around us and reminds us that a simple conversation can make a meaningful difference.

As the conversation continues beyond R U OK? Day, we can all play a part in creating supportive workplaces and communities by taking the time to connect, listen and look out for one another.

02/09/2026

Say hello to Era Advisory's newest Environmental Consultant, Alex Hibberd.

Alex joins Era with more than five years' professional experience supporting environmental projects across Tasmania, including in the transport infrastructure, mining, waste management and renewable energy sectors.

Her experience includes preparing Environmental Effects Reports, Environmental Impact Statements, Reserve Activity Assessments and EPBC Act referrals, as well as supporting compliance and field-based investigations.

We're delighted to welcome Alex to the team and look forward to the contribution she will make across our projects and for our clients.

28/08/2026

Planning for growth that respects place

We recently supported the preparation of a draft structure plan for the coastal townships of Scamander and Beaumaris, led by our Planning and Engagement teams.

Located on Tasmania’s east coast, Scamander and Beaumaris are close knit coastal communities experiencing renewed growth, with changing demographics and increasing seasonal tourism. Break O’Day Council engaged Era to provide strategic planning and community engagement services to help shape an evidence based direction for how these towns may evolve over the next 15 years.

Our approach focused on understanding what makes these communities distinctive. Through detailed place analysis, consideration of multiple growth scenarios and two rounds of targeted community engagement, we worked closely with Council, key stakeholders and locals to ensure the draft plan reflects how people live in, use and care for these towns.

The result strengthens Scamander’s role as the area’s activity and visitor hub, while protecting the landscapes and coastal systems that underpin local identity.

We were thrilled to see that this project received unanimous Council endorsement last week, highlighting our detailed approach and comprehensive community engagement as particular strengths. This project is a strong example of how tailored, place based planning grounded in local values, environmental context and practical implementation pathways can support confident decision making at both local and state levels.

Thank you to our project partners, including Playstr**t Pty Ltd r**t, Carl Turk, and Break O’Day Council, for their collaboration and local insight.

🔗https://www.bodc.tas.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Scamander-Beaumaris-Structure-Plan-ERA-Advisory.pdf

21/08/2026

Local centres are more than places to shop — they're places where communities connect.

We're pleased to have supported the planning scheme amendment process for the Spring Farm Village Centre in Kingston.

Located within a growing part of Kingborough, Spring Farm Village Centre has become an important destination for shopping, services and day-to-day needs. As communities evolve, centres like these play an increasingly important role in providing convenient access to goods and services close to where people live.

The amendment supports the continued evolution of the Village Centre, enabling additional commercial opportunities alongside the existing retail and business uses. It represents another step in the ongoing development of a centre that serves both the local community and the broader region.

Working closely with Kingborough Council, Era Advisory provided planning expertise to help navigate the statutory planning process and support a proposal aligned with the strategic intent for the precinct.

Projects like this demonstrate the role planning plays in creating vibrant, accessible and well-functioning centres that meet the changing needs of communities over time.

A rewarding project to be involved in and a great example of how thoughtful planning can help support community growth while strengthening existing local services.

📸 i2C Architects

14/08/2026

Late last month, Era Advisory's Renewables Lead, Suki, attended the 2026 Australian Clean Energy Summit in Sydney, joining industry leaders, policy makers, investors, First Nations representatives and clean energy professionals to explore the next phase of Australia's energy transition.

A strong theme throughout the summit was that delivering renewable energy projects is about much more than generation and transmission infrastructure. Successful projects rely on trust, strong partnerships, early and respectful engagement, meaningful benefit sharing, and a genuine commitment to the communities that host them.

Some of Suki's highlights included the Women in Renewables Lunch, which celebrated inclusive leadership and the importance of creating visible pathways for women across the sector; the First Nations session, which reinforced the need for Traditional Owners and First Nations communities to be recognised as rights-holders, partners and leaders in the transition; and a session on misinformation, which explored how transparency, credible information and respectful dialogue can help address community concerns.

Reflecting on the event, Suki's key takeaway was that social licence is not a separate workstream. It sits at the heart of project success. As the clean energy transition continues to accelerate, the way projects are planned, communicated and delivered will be just as important as the infrastructure itself.

At Era Advisory, we see this reflected in projects across Australia, where building relationships, understanding local perspectives and creating opportunities for meaningful participation are essential to achieving better outcomes for communities and proponents alike.

03/08/2026

Era Advisory is now a Certified B Corporation™.

Since 2012, we’ve been guided by a simple purpose: to create a legacy of positive and lasting impact for the benefit of the community and environment.

As planners, scientists and engagement specialists, we help shape decisions that influence communities, places and environments for generations to come. We’ve always believed that responsibility extends beyond the advice we provide. It also includes how we operate as a business.

Becoming a Certified B Corporation is an important milestone in that journey. It reflects our commitment to balancing purpose with commercial success, holding ourselves accountable to high standards of governance, environmental responsibility, community impact and employee wellbeing.

For us, certification isn’t the destination. It’s a commitment to continuous improvement and to ensuring the way we do business reflects the same integrity, responsibility and long-term thinking we bring to our work every day.

Thank you to our team, clients, partners and communities who have been part of the journey.

31/07/2026

New chapters for familiar places.

Many Hobartians will recognise 47 Liverpool Str**t as the former Tasmania Police Headquarters. Soon, the landmark building could take on a new role as housing, helping bring more people into the heart of the city.

We're pleased to have provided preliminary planning advice to Stewart Group Tasmania for the proposed redevelopment of the site into a mixed-use development, including 17 new apartments, ground-floor commercial space and on-site parking.

As cities change, existing buildings often present opportunities to deliver new uses while retaining a connection to the places and structures that have shaped our communities over time.

Located in the centre of Hobart, the project reflects a broader trend towards adapting established buildings to meet contemporary needs and support a more active, diverse and liveable city. By repurposing an existing office building for residential use, the development will contribute to housing choice while supporting ongoing activity within the C*D.

We're proud to have supported Stewart Group Tasmania through the early stages of this project and look forward to seeing its continued progression.

📸 Artas Architects

26/07/2026

We’re delighted to announce Robyn’s promotion to Senior Engagement Consultant.

Since joining Era in 2025, Robyn has become an integral member of our team, taking on increasingly complex engagement projects and building strong relationships with clients and communities across Tasmania. Her work consistently demonstrates professionalism, creativity and a genuine commitment to meaningful engagement.

Robyn brings a unique combination of strategic thinking, exceptional communication skills and creative flair to every project she undertakes. Whether she is developing engagement materials, facilitating conversations, or helping clients navigate complex issues, she approaches her work with enthusiasm, care and attention to detail.

Beyond her professional contributions, Robyn is a valued colleague who brings warmth, positivity and plenty of laughter to the office. Her Scottish wit, team spirit and encyclopaedic knowledge of popular culture make her a joy to work alongside.

This promotion recognises the significant contribution Robyn has made to Era, the trust she has earned from clients, and the leadership qualities she continues to demonstrate as she develops her career.

Congratulations, Robyn. We are incredibly proud of what you have achieved and excited to see what comes next.

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