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VIC CPD Event – Aboriginal Heritage in Construction: Cost, Risk and Programme Implications
12 May @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm AEST

The presentation outlines how Aboriginal cultural heritage is managed in Victoria, with a focus on legislation, Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs), current industry trends, and practical guidance for project planning, including the implications for project cost, risk, and programme.
The presentation will cover the topics outlined below:
• When a CHMP is required under Victorian Aboriginal heritage legislation and how this may affect project feasibility
• The steps involved in preparing a CHMP and the typical timeframes
• Consultation requirements with Registered Aboriginal Parties and how this may impact programme
• Typical costs associated with CHMPs and archaeological investigations
• Exclusions to the mandatory CHMP triggers
• Risks and potential penalties if mandatory assessments are not undertaken
Please note: limited tickets available so register now to avoid disappointment!
Light refreshments will be available from 5.30pm before the start of the presentation at 6pm.
CPD: 1.5 points
Disclaimer: The information presented at this event is accurate to the best of the speaker’s knowledge at the time of the event. AIQS does not independently verify the content and accepts no responsibility for any errors, omissions, or changes that may occur. Attendees are encouraged to exercise their own judgement and seek professional advice where appropriate.
Our speakers
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- Name
- Amy Wood
- Biography
Amy has worked as consultant archaeologist in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria since 2007, and with Biosis since 2009. While Amy continues to work closely with the Victorian Heritage team, Amy has contributed to Biosis’ sales and business development since 2014, progressing to a focussed role as Sales and Client Relationship Management in 2019. Amy now concentrates her part time role on Biosis’ proposals management, liaising with clients and supporting staff in delivery of proposals and tenders.
Amy’s first five years at Biosis were spent in our Ballarat office, focussing on developing her skills in archaeological practice and heritage management in northern and western Victoria. During this time, she established long standing, continuing relationships with Traditional Owners, Registered Aboriginal Parties, and clients from Portland to Geelong and Mildura through to Echuca. Since 2014, Amy has combined her role as an archaeologist with broader client relationship and marketing activities for Biosis.
Details
12 May 2026
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6:00 pm - 7:30 pm AEST
Rider Levett Bucknall
Collins Place, Level 25, 55 Collins Street
Melbourne,
Victoria
3000
Australia
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