Overview
Biodiversity Australia has successfully provided the full suite of NSW state and Federal ecological impact assessment for the Copi Mineral Sands Project. The project required comprehensive field surveys and assessments compliant with both the BAM 2020 and the EPBC Act to support the Development Application process.
Biodiversity Australia were tasked with a timeline for the project which many had stated as impossible to achieve, however the outcome focussed team at Bio Aus rose to the challenge providing a significant team of highly skilled ecologists (16+), combined with industry leading equipment and technology to achieve the clients desired deadlines.
The implantation of the project was undertaken with continual liaison wit state and federal agencies to ensure that the reports produced met the decision makers expectations.
Key Deliverables
BDAR Review & Site Inspection
- Desktop review of existing BDAR, vegetation mapping, and government databases
- Initial site inspection by senior ecologists for project handover and planning
Targeted Ecological Surveys
- Flora Surveys: Four rotating field teams, operating on a two-week-on, two-week-off roster
- Fauna Surveys: Conducted in alignment with the BDAR review and additional regulatory discussions
Regulatory Consultation & Project Management
- Engagement with BCS to discuss species survey timing constraints and post-BDAR updates
- Meetings with regulatory bodies to optimise survey efforts and streamline approvals
- Regular project updates and logistics management to ensure compliance and efficiency
GIS Data Collection & Reporting
- Utilisation of ESRI GIS management tools for real-time data collection and analysis
Client access to an online portal for live progress tracking and data downloads
Finalisation of the BDAR with a focus on biodiversity impact minimisation and mitigation
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