Course Summary
Introduction to Environmental Assessment & Approvals offers a comprehensive introduction to Western Australia’s complex environmental approval process relevant to property development projects.
This one-day in-person course blends the technical know-how with real-world case examples and interactive activities to maximise the learnings. Participants will be equipped with the essential knowledge to identify potential environmental issues, to engage effectively with regulators and consultants, and develop strategies to effectively navigate the approvals process. By understanding both WA and Federal environmental requirements, participants can better anticipate challenges and develop more effective project plans to work towards better project and environmental outcomes.
This course has been extended by 30 minutes, finishing at 4pm, to allow participants to engage in an interactive Q&A session with the presenters from Emerge Associates and a representative from the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation.
Who Should Attend?
- Local or State government staff working in a development space
- Town planners, developers, and landowners.
- All levels of Development Managers and Project Managers
- Professionals new to environmental assessment in property development
- Those new to the WA development industry seeking to build their local knowledge
Course Outline
A detailed course outline with program timings can be viewed by clicking the button below:
Session 1: Environmental Legislation and Planning Framework in WA
- Introduction to Environmental Regulation in Property Development
- Western Australia’s Environmental Planning Framework
- Key Stakeholders in the Environmental Approval Process:
Session 2: The Environmental Assessment and Approval Process in WA
- The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Process in WA
- Common Environmental Issues and Mitigation Strategies
- Understanding the Role of Environmental Consultants and Reports
- Decision-Making Process and Conditions of Approval
Session 3: Federal EPBC Act Compliance and Post-Approval Environmental Management
- EPBC Act: The Federal Environmental Approval Process
- Coordinating WA and Federal Approvals
- Post-Approval Environmental Management and Compliance
- Emerging Trends and Changes in Environmental Policy
Session 4: Interactive Panel Discussion
This course will conclude with an interactive Q&A session featuring Emerge Associates presenters Andreas, Adrian and Jason, alongside Ed Schuller from the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER). The session will provide participants with the opportunity to consolidate their learning and gain a deeper understanding of DWER’s role, its interaction with the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH), and its responsibilities within the environmental assessment and approvals process.
CPD Points
UDIA WA is an approved CPD training provider. Attendance to this course attracts 4.5 REBA CPD Points (Legal Requirements – 1, Ethics or Professional Responsibility – 3.5). To claim these points please send your license type and number to events@udiawa.com.au no later than 2 weeks post course.
Jason Hick
Emerge Associates | Principal Environmental Consultant, Managing Director-Environment
Adrian Vlok
Emerge Associates | Director Advisory
Andreas Biddiscombe
Emerge Associates | Principal Environmental Consultant – Environmental Planning & Management
Ed Schuller
DWER | Director, Priority Approvals
Presenters
Pricing
Ticket purchase is on an individual basis and only the ticket holder can join and listen to the sessions. Recording and dissemination of any sessions by participants is not permitted.
To obtain member rates please use your company email when registering. All prices are inclusive of GST.
Member: $840 pp
Non-Member: $1100 pp
