Since 2002, Land Insights has advised industry, project proponents and local governments across Western Australia. Our experience in planning, environmental assessment and development approvals gives us a practical understanding of regulatory requirements, project risks and the decisions needed to move projects forward.
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Our team is backed by 35 years of local and international experience.
Since 2002, Land Insights has worked with Western Australian local governments on statutory planning, strategic planning, environmental planning and GIS. Most of our work has been in regional WA.
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.
Approvals, site feasibility and environmental management for the WA extractive industry.
Strategic site selection ensures your application is assessed efficiently, while increasing project feasibility.
Environmental licensing, environmental impact assessment and compliance for agriculture, manufacturing and other sectors.
Land Insights provides planning and environmental approvals services for renewable energy projects in Western Australia, including solar farms, battery energy storage systems, wind energy, transmission infrastructure and hybrid projects.
Preparing applications to rezone land for subdivision and development.
Babbage Island WA, Australia
The Project The Shire of Carnarvon engaged Land Insights to prepare a Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) for Carnarvon and Coral Bay. The study covered the coastline between Massey Bay and the Gascoyne River mouth at Carnarvon, together with the settlement of Coral Bay, approximately 220 kilometres to the north. The purpose […]
C6XF+V3 Nangeenan WA, Australia
Renewables
The Project Nomad Energy and Atmos Renewables, through their joint venture BRM Solar Farm Nominee Pty Ltd, engaged Land Insights to secure development approval for a 100MW solar PV array integrated with a battery energy storage system on 230ha of rural land at Nangeenan, 7.5km southwest of Merredin. The site sits alongside the Western Power […]
Broome WA, Australia
Local Government
The Project The Shire of Broome engaged Land Insights to prepare its State of the Environment 2025 report and an integrated, high-level Environmental Management Plan to guide the next decade. The Shire governs one of the largest and most environmentally significant local government areas in Western Australia, covering more than 56,000 square kilometres across the […]
3 Apple St, Upper Swan WA 6069, Australia
Extractive Industry
Austral Bricks required renewal of Development Applications and Extractive Industry Licences for two clay pit operations in Perth’s northeast, the Almeria and Apple Street sites. Both pits supply clay critical to brick manufacturing, and continuity of extraction was essential. Land Insights was engaged to manage the approvals process through the City of Swan and ensure […]
Narrogin WA, Australia
Renewables
The Project Ace Power engaged Land Insights to secure development approval for a 200MW solar farm and 800MWh battery energy storage system on rural land south of Narrogin. The site would connect to the Southwest Interconnected System via the Narrogin South substation. The application was assessed by the Regional Development Assessment Panel under the Shire […]
Lights Beach, Western Australia, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
The Shire of Denmark engaged Land Insights to prepare a management plan for its 84-kilometre coastline, covering key reserves including Ocean Beach, Parry Beach, Boat Harbour, and Peaceful Bay. The plan needed to address environmental resilience, recreational access, and heritage protection while integrating coastal hazard risk management across a coastline facing active erosion pressures. You […]
Town Beach, Robinson Street, Broome WA, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
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 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 […]
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 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: […]
Shire of Corrigin, WA, Australia
Renewables
Nomad Energy and Atmos Renewables needed development approval for a 125-metre meteorological mast on a cropping property 25 km south of Corrigin. The mast is the first step in assessing wind resources for a future wind farm in the area. Land Insights prepared and lodged the development application with the Shire of Corrigin. The mast […]
Merredin WA, Australia
Renewables
Nomad Energy needed development approval for a 100MW/400MWh Battery Energy Storage System on a site adjacent to the Western Power Merredin Terminal Substation and the existing Merredin Solar Farm. The location was well-suited for grid connection, but the project’s regional significance triggered assessment through the Regional Development Assessment Panel, adding complexity to the approvals process. […]
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 […]
G3H3+R2 Chittering WA, Australia
Mapping & GIS
Land Insights has worked with Austral Bricks for several years and has captured RPA (drone) data at all clay pit quarry sites over the last few years.
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.
26 Napoleon St, Cottesloe WA 6011, Australia
Mapping & GIS
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.
40 Masonmill Rd, Carmel WA 6076, Australia
Rezoning, Structure Plans & Subdivisions
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.
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.
73 Stone St, Bayswater WA 6053, Australia
Rezoning, Structure Plans & Subdivisions
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.
8H85+H7 Katanning WA, Australia
Rezoning, Structure Plans & Subdivisions
Land Insights worked with the Shire of Katanning to prepare three Structure Plans (under one contract, concurrently).
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.
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.
7W8M+6C Narrikup WA, Australia
Licensing & Compliance
CM Farms operate an extensive outdoor free-range piggery. The site required an Environmental Management Plan and operational plan to guide piggery rotation timeframes.
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.
GR4Q+C3 Nambeelup WA, Australia
Licensing & Compliance
CM Farms operate a piggery in Nambeelup that is subject to a licence from the DWER. Land Insights has been assisting with the site since 2017.
95 Telephone Rd, Neergabby WA 6503, Australia
Water Monitoring
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.
6XHX+64 Aveley WA, Australia
Water Monitoring
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.
62RR+V2 Upper Swan WA, Australia
Water Monitoring
Austral Bricks has a requirement to undertake water monitoring across sites near the Ellenbrook Nature Reserve.
X8CJ+77 Ocean Beach WA, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
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.
2 Jetty Rd, Chadwick WA 6450, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
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.
149 Knight Terrace, Denham WA 6537, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
Land Insights and Seashore Engineering were commissioned by the Department of Planning to undertake the Mid-West and Gascoyne Coastal Planning Studies in 2013.
35 Port St, Gregory WA 6535, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
Land Insights and Seashore Engineering were commissioned by the Shire of Northampton to prepare a Coastal Management Strategy for the Shire’s coast.
PWVC+PC Dongara WA, Australia
Coastal Management Planning
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.
4J9Q+5J Babbage Island WA, Australia
Local Government
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.
49 State Route 60, Jurien Bay WA 6516, Australia
Local Government
The Shire of Dandaragan has 157 separate landholdings, comprising 27 freehold lots and 130 reserves.
Esplanade Hotel, 30-38 Marine Terrace, Busselton WA 6280, Australia
Local Government
Land Insights assisted in the preparation of the City of Busselton Local Planning Strategy (LPS).
68 Morgans St, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, Australia
Local Government
In October 2007 Land Insights was appointed by the Shire of Ravensthorpe to undertake a detailed review of their existing Local Planning 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.
6R9J+RG West Coolup WA, Australia
Extractive Industry
Austral Bricks had a medium sized quarry in Coolup, providing an unusual clay that was required in the manufacture of certain brick products.
C289+HX Muchea WA, Australia
Extractive Industry
Midland Brick operates several quarries in Muchea. The largest Muchea quarry had been in use for some years and had been partly rehabilitated.
62FJ+F9 Upper Swan WA, Australia
Extractive Industry
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.
98XG+P7 Morangup WA, Australia
Extractive Industry
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.