AEC was engaged by Wagga Wagga City Council to develop a Business Case for Stage 3 of the Riverside Development, featuring an Entertainment/ Convention Centre and Indigenous Cultural Centre. The project addresses key market gaps, enhances business and cultural tourism, and positions the region as a key events destination. Delivered under Infrastructure Australia and NSW Treasury guidelines, the five-stage business case included strategic assessment, stakeholder engagement, design options, economic analysis, and final case presentation.

AEC was commissioned by JTSI to develop an Industry Development Strategy for WA’s superyacht sector. The project involved global and national sector research, extensive stakeholder engagement, and identification of growth scenarios.  The strategy provides recommendations to position WA’s superyacht industry for future opportunities, driving job creation and economic prosperity across the state and supply chain.

The Tropical North Queensland region, a cornerstone of Queensland’s tourism industry, was hit hard by the pandemic. Recognising the need for action, TTNQ partnered with AEC to advocate for the region’s recovery.  AEC developed a strategic lobbying document that presented a compelling case for Queensland and Federal Government investment in the region’s tourism sector. This resulted in TTNQ securing $15 million in funding, directly supporting the recovery and growth of local tourism operators and helping to restore the region’s appeal as a global tourism destination.

Focused on supporting the realisation of value, our business, financial, and economic modelling team provide insightful and evidence-based analysis and strategy for your newly established or evolving organisation, business, or service. Corporate Planning & Business Strategy Focused on supporting the realisation of value, our business, financial, and economic modelling team provide insightful and evidence-based analysis and strategy for your newly established or evolving organisation, business, or service. From the evaluation of investment options as part of asset acquisition/ due diligence programs to pricing, revenue and funding strategies our knowledgeable and practical team can assist with the following services: Asset Management Planning Benchmarking & Comparative Assessment Business & Asset Valuation Capital Planning & Prioritisation Community, Consumer, Customer & Corporate Sentiment Corporate & Operational Planning Corporate Structure & Strategy Advice Corporate Transactions & Restructures Demand Assessments Due Diligence Financial Sustainability Reviews & Planning Governance & Implementation Planning Infrastructure & Population Planning Lobbying & Advocacy Marketing & Branding Strategy Pricing & Revenue Strategies Property Divestment/Acquisition Management Regulatory & Legislative Reviews Socio-Demographic & Population Projections For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Recent Projects

Backed by our economic and finance teams we combine evidence based reporting and consumer insight into strategic communication tools to disseminate information to inform decision making. Marketing & Consumer Insight Visually, compelling strategic engagement and communication tools and insight are the cornerstones of AEC’s Marketing & Consumer Insight team. Backed by our economic and finance teams we combine evidence based reporting and consumer insight into strategic communication tools to disseminate information to inform decision making. Our skilled engagement, marketing and insights team provide the following services: Benchmarking & Comparative Assessment Brand Positioning Community, Consumer, Customer Survey Research Corporate Sentiment Demand Assessments & Behaviour Change Socio-Demographic & Population Projections Market Analysis & Outlook Reporting Market Entry Strategies Marketing & Branding Strategy Socio-Economic Impact of Events Projects or Services Lifestyle Modelling Channel & Distribution Strategy Market Segmentation Based on Attitude Usage or Lifestage Product & Service Experience & Advocacy We are also highly experienced in implementing our research into Lobbying & Advocacy campaigns to Local, State and Federal Governments. Over the last 25 years, we have assisted over $30billion in projects with their funding and implementation from Government. For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Priya Narsey Contact Lyndon Berresford Contact Recent Projects

We are proud of the many successful projects we have delivered for local government which have resulted in new and improved infrastructure facilities services governance and financial sustainability for communities around Australia. Local Government We are proud of our 30 years experience advising local governments and communities all around Australia. We are passionate about the role councils play in the lives of their local residents and businesses. AEC has a strong reputation of providing expert advice to our local government clients, improving the financial capacity and sustainability of local government, and resulting in more liveable and better communities. What sets us apart is that our team are experienced and trusted advisors with real world experience in local government finance. Our team of past CFOs, Director of Corporate and Finance Managers have first-hand experience in the issues, pressures and opportunities facing the local government sector. Our deliverables are practical and provided implementable solutions. Our technical capabilities and modelling tools are also well established and used throughout the local government community in Australia. Whether your need is a review of your organisation’s financial sustainability, development of a business case, a feasibility study, a strategic asset management plan or a long-term financial plan, AEC are the proven experts to provide a successful outcome. The services we offer: Asset Management Planning Benchmarking & Comparative Assessment Business & Asset Valuation Business & Operational Efficiency Reviews Business Case Writing Capital Planning & Prioritisation Community, Consumer, Customer & Corporate Sentiment Corporate & Operational Planning Corporate Structure & Strategy Advice Corporate Transactions & Restructures Demand Assessments Developer Contributions Due Diligence Economic & Industry Development Strategy Economic Impact Assessment Financial Feasibility Assessment Financial Sustainability Reviews & Planning Governance & Implementation Planning Grant & Funding Submissions Infrastructure & Population Planning Lobbying & Advocacy Marketing & Branding Strategy Pricing & Revenue Strategies Program Review & Evaluation Regulatory & Legislative Reviews Service Reviews Social Impact Assessment Socio-Demographic & Population Projections For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Gavin O'Donovan Contact Graham Jarvis Contact Recent Projects