Government and Community Development
Poverty Creek National Park
Raptor Environmental was engaged by the Queensland Parks and Wildilfe Service on behalf of Woodland Enviornmental to conduct a marine plant survey for an infrastructure upgrade at Poverty Creek Camping Area. The site is within Bribie Island National Park, adjacent to the Moreton Bay RAMSAR site and a significant Fish Habitat area.
A desktop assessment and on-site survey were completed to identify marine plants and assess potential impacts. The proposed development area was assessed, and canopy areas of marine plants intersecting the pipeline route were measured to estimate temporary impacts from construction.
The Poverty Creek infrastructure upgrade project includes an amenities upgrade, including a new bore water connection and wastewater treatment system to protect the sensitive environment of the adjacent Moreton Bay RAMSAR site. ​
Crystal Waters Dam Tree Removal Project
Raptor Environmental was commissioned by Redland City Council to prepare an Ecological Assessment Report for planned rectification works at the Crystal Waters Dams in Crystal Waters Park in Thornlands, Queensland. The works require the removal of native and exotic trees located on the upper and lower dam embankments.
The site covers 9.2 hectares and includes two man-made dams separated by an embankment, a spillway, and surrounding recreational facilities such as walking tracks and parkland. Given the history water quality issues at the site, Council required an ecological assessment to identify potential ecological impacts and recommend mitigation strategies.
The objectives of the ecological assessment were to identify ecological values and potential impacts associated with the rectification works and provide management and mitigation measures to reduce or minimise impacts. Further the assessment identifies environmental approvals and permits.
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Raptor Environmental’s approach included:
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A project plan with clear milestones, methodologies, and deliverables.
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A qualified project team with relevant expertise.
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Cost estimates and timelines for delivery.
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Case studies from similar Council infrastructure projects.
Partnering with Woodland Environmental and Water Technology to deliver an Environmental Permits and Approvals Report and Water Quality Report and drawing on extensive experience in ecological assessments across the Redland City Council area, Raptor Environmental delivered a comprehensive, evidence-based report. The assessment ensured that the rectification works could proceed with appropriate environmental safeguards in place, minimising risks to water quality and biodiversity while supporting Council’s project objectives.
Mt Cotton Community Park Carpark Renewal
Redland City Council engaged Raptor Environmental to prepare an Ecological Assessment Report for the expansion of the existing carpark at Mount Cotton Community Park on Bohemia Court and Valley Way to meet growing community demand. The park includes bushland, two man-made lakes, recreational facilities, and a waterway connected to Native Dog Creek.
Council engaged Raptor Environmental to prepare an Ecological Assessment Report to identify ecological values and potential impacts, recommend management and mitigation measures, outline required environmental approvals and guide construction to ensure compliance with environmental conditions.
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The site contains sensitive ecological and water quality features requiring careful management, particularly bushland areas and waterways. The ecological assessment provided Council with a clear framework to protect ecological values while delivering much-needed community infrastructure.
