Michael is a Director with more than 14 years’ experience in the NSW planning system, holding qualifications in both urban planning and environmental law. 

Michael brings together expertise in statutory and strategic planning, specialising in guiding complex and contentious projects of regional and state-significance from inception through to approval. He has extensive experience in State Significant Development, Planning Proposals and Development Application approval pathways.

Michael is a Registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner and has experience acting as an expert witness in the NSW Land and Environment Court.

Some of Michaels’ key project achievements include approvals for the new Sydney Football Stadium, Powerhouse Parramatta, Powerhouse Ultimo, Woolooware Bay Town Centre, Channel Nine Willoughby Site, Castle Towers Redevelopment and the Sydney International Convention, Entertainment and Exhibition Centre.

Michael Oliver's expertise