Environmental Policy and Legislation
As a policy leader within the Queensland Government, I have contributed to environmental legislation reforms spanning biodiversity conservation, native vegetation management, renewable energy development, natural capital markets, land sector decarbonisation, water planning and environmental stewardship. I work at the intersection of science, governance and reform to help shape solutions that achieve durable outcomes for people and nature.
My recent projects include the Queensland’s Biodiversity Strategy and monitoring framework, responses to national environmental law reforms, environmental offsets frameworks, natural capital and nature repair market policy, forestry policy, koala habitat protection reforms, and strategies to reduce land-sector emissions while supporting regional communities. I am particularly interested in integrated approaches that appropriately balance conservation, agriculture, renewable energy and economic development, whilst creating opportunities for communities, traditional owners and landholders to participate.
Field Research
I have conducted on-ground biodiversity monitoring and ecological research in threatened ecosystems including the Great Otways, Grampians, Taunton and Lamington National Parks, and the Moreton and Great Barrier Reef Marine Parks. I have been fortunate to work with a great variety of variety of threatened wildlife including koalas, tiger quolls, brush tailed rock wallabies, and leadbeaters possums.
Community Engagement & Conservation Leadership
The Jane Goodall Institute (JGI)
Prior to working in government, I spent a number of years as a youth programs leader with the Jane Goodall Institute of Australia. During this time, I led Australia’s National Youth Leadership Council, and developed and delivered environmental education programs, youth leadership initiatives and community engagement campaigns designed to inspire positive action for animals, people and the environment.
Lasting conservation outcomes are achieved through collaboration, curiosity and shared ownership. Whether working with students, community groups, Traditional Owners, scientists, industry or government, I am passionate about creating opportunities for people to connect with nature and contribute to meaningful change.
