Professional Accreditations Strengthening Planit’s Planning, Engineering, Environmental and Project Management Expertise

At Planit, all services are delivered by qualified professionals across planning, engineering, environmental assessment and project management as standard. Alongside these core professional qualifications, Planit has practitioners who hold the specialist accreditations outlined below. At a company level, Planit is certified to internationally recognised ISO management system standards for Quality, Environmental Management and Work Health […]
Sandhills Wetlands Opens as a New Environmental and Community Asset for Byron Bay

The Sandhills Wetlands project in Byron Bay has officially opened to the public, marking the completion of a long-term environmental restoration project in the heart of the township. What was once a disturbed landscape affected by sand mining in the 1960s is now a functioning wetland system that improves water quality, strengthens flood resilience and […]
Building Resilience: Reconnecting Communities After Disaster

Across the Northern Rivers, recovery has become about more than rebuilding what was lost; it’s about designing for what comes next. In the years since the 2022 flood events, councils across the region have been faced with the complex task of repairing damaged infrastructure while preparing for the future. It’s not just about fixing culverts […]
Planning for Growth: The Role of Townhouses in Coastal Communities

Our coastal towns are growing quickly as more people chase the lifestyle by the beach. That demand brings opportunity but also challenge: how do we create more homes without losing the character and relaxed feel that makes northern NSW and SEQ so attractive? One practical answer is townhouses. Why townhouses? Townhouses sit between a freestanding […]
Light Rail Stage 3 – Development Opportunities Along the Corridor

Construction of the Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 from Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads is progressing steadily, with completion and operation expected by mid-2026. Already, we are seeing the impact of the project with several new developments, approvals, and applications emerging in Mermaid Beach and Nobby Beach. This activity signals the beginning of a broader […]
DA Approved for Rekindling The Spirit’s New Facility in Lismore

Planit Consulting is proud to announce the recent development approval of a new community facility in Lismore for our client, Rekindling The Spirit. Approved by Lismore City Council, this purpose-built facility will deliver culturally informed health and support services for the local Aboriginal community. Located at 25 Uralba Street, the project involves the demolition of […]
Hotel Illawong: DA Approval Secured for $2 Million Pub Upgrade

Planit Consulting is proud to have supported Laundy Hotels in securing development approval for upgrades to the iconic Hotel Illawong in Evans Head. For over 70 years, Hotel Illawong has been at the heart of Evans Head with its laid-back charm and beachside location, it remains one of the town’s most recognisable and well-loved landmarks. […]
Restoring Stormwater Flow in Lismore

Planit Consulting was engaged by Lismore City Council to manage the East Town Drains refurbishment project – an essential upgrade to one of the city’s key open drainage systems. The works focused on a 1.4-kilometre open drain located near Wyrallah Road Public School, Lismore Thistles Soccer FC, and Wade Park. The system had been significantly […]