Delivering bespoke consulting services to clients across Western Australia.
We devise planning and environmental solutions for clients in the government, mining, agriculture, tourism and renewables sectors in WA. Our team has expertise in environmental and development approvals, project management, approvals compliance and the preparation of technical reports. We work closely and unobtrusively with our clients to manage their ongoing development and environmental approvals, and compliance requirements, freeing them to focus on the core work that matter most to them.
Our team is backed by 35 years of local and international experience.
Local Government Planning & Environment
Since opening our doors in 2002, we have worked with local government and other government agencies seeking specialised, evidence-based planning advice and have delivered hundreds of projects for our local government clients.
Land Insights develops coastal management planning solutions for clients in local and state government. Many of the coastal management plans we have prepared cover a significant portion of the WA coastline, stretching from Esperance to Northampton, and most places in between.
Land Insights successfully secured Upper Swan clay quarry approvals for Austral Bricks, enabling long-term extraction at two key sites in Perth’s northeast. In July 2025, the City of Swan approved Development Applications and Extractive Industry Licence renewals for both the Almeria and Apple Street clay pits. As a result, extraction can now continue for another decade under […]
The Narrogin Solar and Battery Hybrid Project is a landmark renewable energy initiative led by Ace Power and supported by Land Insights. Located on rural land south of Narrogin, the project comprises a 200MW solar farm and a 200MW/800MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). Once operational, it will connect to the Southwest Interconnected System (SWIS) via the […]
The Denmark Coastal Reserves Management Plan was developed by Land Insights to guide the sustainable management of the Shire of Denmark’s 84-kilometre coastline. This plan addresses environmental resilience, recreational access, and heritage protection across key coastal reserves including Ocean Beach, Parry Beach, Boat Harbour, and Peaceful Bay. You can view the full plan on the https://www.denmark.wa.gov.au/documents/sustainability/biodiversity-reserves/coastal/management-plan. What We […]
Land Insights created a Foreshore Management Plan for Town Beach Broome to help the Shire of Broome protect and enhance one of its most valued coastal destinations. Known for its pindan cliffs, open spaces and deep Yawuru cultural ties, Town Beach attracts both locals and tourists. The plan sets out a long-term approach to keep the area […]
Toodyay Housing Scheme Amendment and Subdivision Concept
Toodyay WA, Australia
Rezoning, Structure Plans & Subdivisions
Land Insights was engaged by the Shire of Toodyay to prepare a Toodyay housing scheme amendment and subdivision concept plan that would unlock residential development on a 4-hectare site adjoining the Avon River. The project forms part of the Shire’s broader strategy to address identified shortfalls in housing supply, particularly for key workers and ageing residents. Located […]
Gap Ridge Solid Waste Depot – Change of Use Approval
Karratha WA, Australia
Planning & Environment
Land Insights successfully secured development approval for a change of use to Industry – Noxious at Lot 102 Exploration Drive in Karratha’s Gap Ridge solid waste depot. This approval enables the expansion of operations at the facility, allowing it to process over 500 tonnes of cardboard waste annually—supporting the Pilbara’s growing recycling needs. The Gap Ridge solid waste depot had […]
Kununurra Gravel and Landfill Access – Scoping Study for SWEK
Kununurra WA, Australia
Local Government
Gravel and landfill access planning was a priority project for the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK). Land Insights was engaged to identify suitable land west of Kununurra for gravel extraction and future waste infrastructure. This planning supports the Shire’s long-term operational needs and reduces future risks to delivery. The study focused on three strategic sites: […]
Corrigin Meteorological Mast Approval | Wind Monitoring WA
Shire of Corrigin, WA, Australia
Renewables
Corrigin meteorological mast approval was granted in July 2024 following a development application prepared and lodged by Land Insights. The project involves the installation of a 125-metre-high meteorological mast on Lot 19758 Corrigin South Road, a 736-hectare cropping property located 25 km south of Corrigin in Western Australia. The mast will monitor wind speeds and directions […]
Merredin BESS Development Approval | Land Insights
Merredin WA, Australia
Renewables
Land Insights secured Merredin BESS development approval for a 100MW/400MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on behalf of Nomad Energy. The site sits beside the Western Power Merredin Terminal Substation and the operating Merredin Solar Farm. Together, these projects form a growing renewable energy hub in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt. Due to its regional significance, the project required […]
Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun Town Centre Revitalisation Study
Ravensthorpe WA, Australia
Local Government
Land Insights was engaged by the Shire of Ravensthorpe in 2022 to prepare a strategy for Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun town centre revitalisation. The goal was to help both towns recover from the social and economic challenges of the COVID-19 period and chart a locally grounded vision for future renewal. Our approach centred on narrative-based design. We […]
Gingin Coastal Drone Monitoring for Erosion Management
8 Turner St, Seabird WA 6042, Australia
Mapping & GIS
The Shire of Gingin and Department of Transport were seeking to obtain an understanding of how the coast within the Shire of Gingin changed throughout the year, especially at Lancelin, Ledge Point and Seabird.
The Shire of Peppermint Grove and Town of Cottesloe brought together a specialist consultant team to identify opportunities for the future of the Cottesloe Town Centre.
Masonmill Café is a popular and unique tourist attraction in Kalamunda. The new owners of the site wanted to pursue its full potential and sought our assistance to obtain relevant approvals from the City of Kalamunda.
Ascot Inn Redevelopment Approvals – Swan River Hotel Planning
Second Floor, 1 Epsom Ave, Ascot WA 6104, Australia
Rezoning, Structure Plans & Subdivisions
The new owner of the Ascot Inn was seeking to redevelop the site as a five-star hotel, while retaining the heritage values associated with the existing buildings.
Land Insights had two clients in Bayswater on adjoining properties, adjacent to the Swan River. Both clients were seeking subdivision of their properties, considering a range of significant site issues including site works/retaining, access, river reserve interface, acid sulphate soils and infrastructure servicing.
Aveley Rezoning and Environmental Study for Urban Land
6XHX+64 Aveley WA, Australia
Rezoning, Structure Plans & Subdivisions
A long-term client of Land Insights was seeking to rezone a large parcel of land in Aveley. The land was currently zoned Rural, and to facilitate residential development it needed to be rezoned to Urban in the Metropolitan Region Scheme.
Merredin Solar Farm Planning – 100MW Project by Land Insights
F63Q+R7 Merredin WA, Australia
Renewables
Land Insights was officially commissioned in late 2016 to prepare relevant documentation and obtain approvals for the development of a 100MW solar farm on behalf of Stellata Energy.
CM Farms operate an extensive outdoor free-range piggery. The site required an Environmental Management Plan and operational plan to guide piggery rotation timeframes.
Midland Brick Clay Extraction Approvals and Compliance Database
Licensing & Compliance
Midland Brick/Brikmakers operate numerous clay extraction pits in Western Australia. The pits often have multiple approvals – including Planning (Development), Extractive Industry Licence and Clearing Permit.
CM Farms has a licence issued by the DWER for piggery operations. A condition on the licence requires sampling of a series of groundwater bores to be undertaken.
Land Insights undertook 2 years of groundwater monitoring to assist in the preparation of a District Water Management Strategy and Metropolitan Region Scheme Amendment proposing the urbanisation of rural land.
The Shire of Denmark were experiencing significant erosion at Ocean Beach and Peaceful Bay and sought to prepare a Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan to identify coastal risks and guide decision making in the near and long-term.
The Shire of Esperance commissioned Land Insights to prepare a new Coastal Management Plan for the Shire-managed coastline, stretching from Munglinup Beach to Israelite Bay.
Land Insights and Seashore Engineering were commissioned by the Department of Planning to undertake the Mid-West and Gascoyne Coastal Planning Studies in 2013.
Our planning and environmental specialists were commissioned to review and update the Shire of Irwin’s previous Coastal Management Strategy, which was completed in 2000.
In 2013, land Insights was commissioned by the Shire of Carnarvon to prepare a Structure Plan for Babbage and Whitlock Islands to guide planning and development over a 15-year period.
Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale Rural Land Strategy
38 Paterson St, Mundijong WA 6123, Australia
Local Government
In early 2011 Land Insights commenced the review of the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale’s original Rural Land Strategy, which was significantly out of date and not reflective of current values.
Midland Brick owns and operates a significant quarry in Upper Swan, adjacent to the Swan River. The site is a significant clay resource used by Midland Brick for the manufacture of bricks at their Midland Factory.
Austral Bricks was seeking land use (planning) and environmental approvals for the development of a significant quarry, used to provide a specific style of clay for brick-making.
