Laura is a Conservation Biologist with a Master’s degree in Conservation Biology and a strong background in project management, ecological monitoring and environmental education. Her experience spans freshwater and shellfish monitoring, riparian restoration, ecological team leadership and health and safety coordination. As a Visiting Scholar at Griffith University, Laura led the Gold Coast Newborn Calf Study, contributing important research on humpback whale calving behaviour. She is a marine megafauna specialist, published author and a member of the Board of Directors for the Society for Conservation – Oceania.

Since joining Biodiversity Australia in 2025, Laura has supported project coordination, field teams and scientific reporting. She brings a thoughtful, collaborative and research-driven approach to every task, paired with a strong personal commitment to quality in both fieldwork and written outputs. Her attention to detail, scientific integrity and clear communication make her a valued contributor to every project she touches.

“Laura is passionate about leaving the planet in a better state and enabling positive change for sustainability of the planet’s precious resources. Everyday everyone has an impact, and she wants to contribute to restoration and preservation of the natural world, and its myriad of unique species.”