Visual Communications Our team are visual creative storytellers, bringing to life products, services and new brands that align with commercial business objectives. Over our history, we have developed a wealth of experience in a range of specialist disciplines, as a result, we are positioned well to deliver truly integrated marketing, engagement and communication campaigns that are engaging and retain influence. What we do: Brand Strategy - Position your brand in the market at the right time Branding & identity design Consumer insight Brand Identity - Bringing your brand to life ​ Brand visualisation Graphic design Tone of voice Brand guidelines Brand collateral Packaging design & d evelopment Marketing Strategy - Defining a clear way of how you are going to engage with your target market Customer journey Content strategy Content creation and distribution Marketing collateral Integrated campaigns Web & Digital - Create an effortless and fun customer experience Website design & development App design & development Digital strategy Digital campaigns Digital video, television, film and animation Social media design and management eCommerce design & development ​ Conceptual, Commercial & Industrial Design - Visualise your project Conceptual visualisations Illustration 3D For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Lyndon Berresford lyndon.berresford@aecgroupltd.com

Edward RC Financial Sustainability Review Department of Education QLD Health and Wellbeing QLD Rookwood Weir Landholder Support and Grant Program Stadiums QLD Edward RC Financial Sustainability Strategies Economic Impact Assessment of MELT Open Access Festival Shoalhaven City Council Long Term Financial Plan Growing Queensland's Regional Cities as Economic Hubs Tuesday 28 June saw the first release of the ABS 2021 Census North-West and South-Growth Centres Land Valuation Project Expression of Interest and Options Analysis Campaign Real Estate Divestment Options Analysis Service Delivery Facilities Review Snowy Monaro Regional Council - Financial Sustainability Review Ku-ring-gai Retail and Commercial Centres Strategy Cherrybrook State Significant Precinct – Economic Land Use Assessment Byles Creek Corridor Planning Study – Economic Viability Assessment Waterloo Estate Redevelopment – Development Strategy and Feasibility Advice: Stages 1 – 3 Ivanhoe Estate - Value Uplift Analysis Bundall Corporate Centre – Development Feasibility Scenario Testing Horsley Drive, Fairfield - Feasibility Analysis Grant Writing Webinar Series Fraser Coast Marine Experience Centre Feasibility Study

AEC, powered by data, fuelled by insight… …our purpose is to provide evidence-based solutions, insight and advice that sustainably shape the future of our communities, cities, and regions. SECTORS A tailored team... Driven by outcomes, we judge our success by the successes of our team and clients. Our approach is to understand your objectives and build a team tailored with the expertise and skills you need to achieve your desired results. OUR TEAM DataAU DataAU is a national data visualisation and insight platform developed by AEC by leveraging AEC’s three-decade history of data management, analysis, and interpretation. LEARN MORE TESTIMONIALS "AEC did an excellent job, with a challenging brief. Really impressed with the thorough and incisive inputs. ​ SJB Urban Edward RC Financial Sustainability Review Department of Education QLD 1/100 Recent Projects Edward RC Financial Sustainability Review Client: Edward River Council State: NSW The objective of the Financial Sustainability Review was to facilitate sustainable... Department of Education QLD Client: Department of Education Queensland State: QLD AEC has just been awarded the contract to undertake the Integrated... Health and Wellbeing QLD Client: Health and Wellbeing Queensland State: QLD Health and Wellbeing Queensland (HWQld) is working to increase the accessibility,... Rookwood Weir Landholder Support and Grant Program Client: Rockhampton Regional Council State: QLD AEC were engaged by Advance Rockhampton through a Sunwater grant to develop a suite of... ONE TEAM MANY EXPERTS Outcome Driven

Market Research Understanding the existing and future socio-economic and demographic conditions is a fundamental aspect of proactive strategic planning and development. We deliver beyond just numerical outcomes but focus on providing sentiment outcomes and insight for our clients regarding their strategic development plans. We offer the full suite of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, inclusive of telephone and online interviewing, personal intercept interviewing, focus group and in-depth qualitative discussions. Importantly, we are one of the few companies that has our own CATI systems and field survey teams so that we can control project quality. Conducting the research and delivering results is just the beginning. Beyond just the charts and graphs, we identify drivers and influencing trends, provide insight and contextualised answers to strategic questions leveraging the latest in technology and visualisation. Embedding the insights through thoughtful frameworks, concept designs and presentation workshops is equally important in our client engagement. Corporate & Government Sentiment Through understanding opportunities and identifying issues within the commercial realities where social and cultural brands exist, we can help create positive relationships with the people who drive your reputation in the market. By combining an evidenced-based and exploratory approach to inform decision making, we can deliver a holistic 360-degree insight. ​ Our range of integrated solutions includes: Undertaking policy evaluation and development Defining Consumer and Business Sentiment Understanding employee and staff satisfaction and sentiment Assessment of Corporate reputation and imagery Compliance and regulation of Government initiatives. ​ Community Impact & Confidence We tell the stories of communities to help influence local and state government plans. Through the exploration of satisfaction, importance and behaviour drivers, we can develop effective engagement strategies which increase community and key stakeholder advocacy. By utilising advanced research techniques and ensuring comprehensive community consultation, more effective policies and programs can be developed which respond to the community’s needs. ​ Our expertise includes: Investigating community perceptions, wants, needs and aspirations Defining scenarios for behaviour change Exploring opportunities for community engagement Designing stakeholder engagement frameworks Exploring the socio-economic impact of specific events or services Community services benchmarking Understanding community socio-demographics ​ ​ Consumer & Customer Experience Depending on our client’s challenges and objectives, we aim to create partnerships to help achieve success. Across different projects, a range of tools is utilised to measure: Consumer/customer attitude and experience Market segmentation based on attitude, usage or life stage Product and service experience and advocacy Lifecycle modelling Channel and distribution strategy Social trend identification Brand positioning and strategy. For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Priya Narsey priya.narsey@aecgroupltd.com Department of Education QLD Client: Department of Education Queensland State: QLD AEC has just been awarded the contract to undertake the Integrated... Health and Wellbeing QLD Client: Health and Wellbeing Queensland State: QLD Health and Wellbeing Queensland (HWQld) is working to increase the accessibility,... Stadiums QLD Client: Stadiums Queensland State: QLD Since 2020, AEC has been partnering with Stadiums Queensland (SQ) to conduct an economic... Superyacht Charter Client: Superyacht Australia and Tourism Australia The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) is the peak body... Recent Projects

Local Government 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. We are passionate about the role councils play in the lives of their local residents businesses and visitors. Our team of experienced and trusted advisors have real world operational experience of the issues pressures and opportunities facing the local government sector. Our team has gained decades of experience in senior roles in councils in Australia and overseas. Our technical capabilities and modelling tools are also well established and are prolifically used throughout the local government community in Australia. ​ We work closely and holistically with our council clients to enable us to gain a better understanding of the broader issues that need to be addressed to develop clear target-driven strategies and to support the implementation of those strategies at an operational level. 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 gavin.odonovan@aecgroupltd.com ​ Graham Jarvis graham.jarvis@aecgroupltd.com ​ Edward RC Financial Sustainability Strategies Client: Edward River Council State: NSW The objective of the Financial Sustainability Review was to facilitate sustainable long-term... Service Delivery Facilities Review Client: Cassowary Coast Regional Council State: QLD This project involved a comprehensive review of the appropriateness of Cassowary... Snowy Monaro Regional Council - Financial Sustainability Review Client: Snowy Monaro Regional Council State: NSW AEC was engaged by Council to undertake an independent financial sustainability... Grant Writing Webinar Series Client: Regional Development Australia (Sydney) and Economic Development Australia State: NSW Two-part webinar training series on grant... Recent Projects

Property Australia’s regions and cities are constantly adapting to lifestyle demand and our team excel in navigating and guiding both public and private sectors in development advisory commercial transactions and strategic planning. We work closely with our government and private sector clients to plan for and assess the feasibility of development understand where the ‘value’ in the project is vested and develop implementation and funding strategies including the identification and assessment of key risks and recommendations. The services we offer: Asset Management Planning Business & Asset Valuation Business Case Writing Corporate Transactions & Restructures Demand Assessments Developer Contributions Development Feasibility Due Diligence Economic & Industry Development Strategy Economic Impact Assessment Financial Feasibility Assessment Highest & Best Use Analysis Land Use Planning & Assessment Market Analysis & Outlook Reporting Property Divestment/Acquisition Management North-West and South-Growth Centres Land Valuation Project Client: WSP State: NSW AEC were engaged by WSP to provide land acquisition cost estimates for benchmarking and assurance purposes as part... Expression of Interest and Options Analysis Campaign Client: Australian Industry Trade College (AITC) State: NSW AITC is a co-educational trade school where Year 10, 11 and 12 students can... Real Estate Divestment Options Analysis Client: NRMA State: NSW NRMA were considering the divestment of multiple real estate assets across New South Wales (NSW) and the... Ku-ring-gai Retail and Commercial Centres Strategy Client: Ku-ring-gai Council State: NSW AEC Group was commissioned by Ku-ring-gai Council (Council) to carry out a Retail and Commercial... Recent Projects

Reports & Publications AEC makes available for download a selection of recent publications, for documents prior to this please email archive@aecgroupltd.com ​ 2021 2020/21 Water and Wastewater Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2020/21 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2020/21 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) ​ 2020 2019/20 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2019/20 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2019/20 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) ​ 2019 2018/19 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2018/19 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2018/19 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) KPMG/AEC Review of State Government Grants to Councils (QLD) ​ 2018 2017/18 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2017/18 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2017/18 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) LGFP (QLD) Conference 2018 – Cost Recovery Pricing Tips for Councils ​ 2017 2016/17 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2016/17 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2016/17 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) ​ 2016 2015/16 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2015/16 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2015/16 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) 2015 MIW 30 year strategy 2014/15 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2014/15 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) 2014/15 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2014 LGFP (QLD) Conference 2014 - Top 10 Tips for Local Government Finance Professionals 2013/14 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking (QLD) 2013/14 Water and Wastewater Residential Price Benchmarking (QLD) 2013/14 Waste Management Residential Charge Benchmarking (QLD) 2013 Economic Impact Assessment of the Cruise Shipping Industry in Australia 2012-13 - Executive Summary Factors Influencing Local Government Financial Sustainability in Queensland - A Council Segment Approach (Report Overview) Factors Influencing Local Government Financial Sustainability in Queensland - A Council Segment Approach 2012-13 Waste Management Residential Price Benchmarking 2012-13 Waste Disposal Fee Benchmarking The Carbon Tax and Australia's Accommodation Industry

Agriculture AEC is passionate about the agricultural sector because we understand its economic contribution and we see a bright future for its industries, supply chains and the positive impact they have on regional communities. Many of our consulting team are from regional Australia with personal and professional backgrounds in the agricultural sector. For many communities, agriculture is the dominant industry, in terms of economic activity, employment and regional exports. We understand many regions’ fortunes rise and fall on the success of their dominant agricultural industry. We also understand the interlinkages between the agricultural sector in the regions and city-based food and fibre (value adding) manufacturing industries. At AEC, we leverage our experience in production, processing, agricultural supply chains and industry associations to provide tailored advice that meets any client’s needs. The services we offer: Business & Asset Valuation Business Case Writing Corporate & Operational Planning Corporate Structure & Strategy Advice Corporate Transactions & Restructures Demand Assessments Due Diligence Economic & Industry Development Strategy Economic Impact Assessment Financial Feasibility Assessment Lobbying & Advocacy Market Analysis & Outlook Reporting Market Entry Strategies Program Review & Evaluation Employment & Skills Strategy Social Impact Assessment For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Jonathan Pavetto jonathan.pavetto@aecgroupltd.com ​ Alain Pillay alain.pillay@aecgroupltd.com ​ Rookwood Weir Landholder Support and Grant Program Client: Rockhampton Regional Council State: QLD AEC were engaged by Advance Rockhampton through a Sunwater grant to develop a suite of... Gatton North MEIA Study Client: Infinitum Partners State: QLD Lockyer Valley Regional Council - Gatton North MEIA Study43and Industrial Area (MEIA) located in... Competitive Neutrality Assessment of Wangaratta Livestock Exchange Client: Rural City of Wangaratta State: VIC Under the National Competition Policy, local government owned significant businesses must... Gunnedah Saleyards Business Case Client: Gunnedah Shire Council State: NSW AEC developed a business case to provide support for the renewal of the existing Gunnedah... Recent Projects

Development, Planning & Investment Attraction Understanding where a community, business, precinct, or industry is going is critical for successful investment attraction and development programs. Our Development Planning and Investment Attraction team works with our clients to understand not just the recent past and near-term outlook for their operating environment, but the key factors influencing change and the preconditions for success that are required to deliver on targeted outcomes. Combining many of our forward-looking quantitative modelling tools the Development, Planning & Investment Attraction team provide evidence based strategies and assessments to drive local and regional business and industry jobs growth and investment attraction and funding solutions. The services we offer include: Benchmarking & Comparative Assessment Business Case Writing Community, Consumer, Customer & Corporate Sentiment Corporate Transactions & Restructures Demand Assessments Developer Contributions Development Feasibility Due Diligence Economic & Industry Development Strategy Economic Impact Assessment Financial Feasibility Assessment Grant & Funding Submissions Highest & Best Use Analysis Infrastructure & Population Planning Land Use Planning & Assessment Lobbying & Advocacy Market Analysis & Outlook Reporting Market Entry Strategies Marketing & Branding Strategy Property Divestment/Acquisition Management Employment & Skills Strategy Social Impact Assessment Socio-Demographic & Population Projections For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Jonathan Pavetto jonathan.pavetto@aecgroupltd.com Graham Jarvis graham.jarvis@aecgroupltd.com Economic Analysis for Grant Submissions Client: Bundaberg Regional Council State: QLD AEC were engaged to develop economic analysis to support funding submissions for four... Borroloola Economic Study Client: McArthur River Mine Community Benefits Trust State: NT AEC was engaged by Plan C, on behalf of the McArthur River Mine Community... Toowoomba Hall Options Demand Client: Savills Australia State: QLD AEC was engaged by Savills Australia to examine a range of potential uses of the Toowoomba... Invest Capricorn Coast Region Business and Investment Attraction Plan Phase 1 Client: Livingstone Shire Council State: QLD AEC was engaged by Livingstone Shire Council for collaboration with the Economy and Places... Recent Projects

Project & Program Appraisal Project and program appraisal is a vital component of measuring the value to business and organisations of the investments they make. We leverage our economic and financial acumen to inform and undertake assessments and reviews of infrastructure projects, research programs, policy, investment portfolios as well as the contribution of entire sectors to an economy to inform policy decisions and forward investment programs. The alignment and measurement of outcomes against policy and strategic objectives is critical in informing investment and service delivery programs. Our skilled team of economists, demographers, researchers, and financial analysts can assist with any of the following services: Business & Operational Efficiency Reviews Business Case Writing Community, Consumer, Customer & Corporate Sentiment Corporate Structure & Strategy Advice Demand Assessments Developer Contributions Development Feasibility Economic Impact Assessment Financial Feasibility Assessment Governance & Implementation Planning Grant & Funding Submissions Infrastructure & Population Planning Lobbying & Advocacy Market Analysis & Outlook Reporting Pricing & Revenue Strategies Program Review & Evaluation Property Divestment/Acquisition Management Regulatory & Legislative Reviews Social Impact Assessment For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Kieron Lacey kieron.lacey@aecgroupltd.com Ashley Page ashley.page@aecgroupltd.com Mount Isa Hanger and Office Facility Economic Analysis Client: Royal Flying Doctors Service State: QLD AEC was engaged by the Royal Flying Doctors Service to develop an economic analysis for... PCA QLD Social Infra Contribution Client: Property Council of Australia (QLD) State: QLD AEC assessed the economic significance of Australia's property industry in... Baralaba South Project EIS Client: Wonbindi Coal Pty Ltd State: QLD Mount Ramsay Coal Company proposed to develop an open cut coal mine producing approximately 5... Toowoomba Hall Options Demand Client: Savills Australia State: QLD AEC was engaged by Savills Australia to examine a range of potential uses of the Toowoomba... Recent Projects

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ASHLEY PAGE CEO, Principal Economist Ashley is AEC's CEO and has experience and expertise across all areas of economic, tourism and industry development. Ashley has delivered some of AEC's most significant regional development, infrastructure studies and business cases. CAREY RAMM Founder, Principal Consultant Carey is Principal Consultant and founder of AEC. Carey has many business interests and operates globally as a trusted advisor. Carey was formerly a Federal Ministerial Adviser on Transport, Communications and Economic Development issues. PRIYA NARSEY Market and Consumer Research Priya heads AEC’s Market & Social Research division. She has over 15 years of experience in both quantitative and qualitive research. ALAIN PILLAY Strategy, Finance and Economic Advisory Alain is the Principal of our Strategy, Finance and Economic Advisory practice and brings over 25 years experience across both public and private sectors and has delivered cross border transactions outcomes in Asia, America and Europe. Alain’s extensive experience covers agriculture, infrastructure, banking, IT&T, transport and health. LYNDON BERRESFORD Creative Director Lyndon is AEC’s Creative Director and has nearly 25 years experience in commercial design, visual communication and digital media production. ​ Lyndon also has a high level of expertise in conceptual illustration, which has been utilised in several large scale urban redevelopment projects across Australia. KAITLIN MCINNES Team Leader - Training & Development Kaitlin is an experienced economist with a focus on strategic research and analysis, economic impact modelling, business case development, and program / policy evaluation. Kaitlin’s role also extends to supporting skill development and improving productivity across AEC. RODGER POWELL Principal, Tourism Advisory Rodger heads AEC Tourism Advisory practice and has an uncommon breadth and depth of experience across multiple aspects of hospitality and tourism. He is an excellent strategic thinker with a genuine commercial focus. JOHN SYME Principal Consultant John is Perth based & is Principal of Syme Marmion & Co, an AEC associate firm. John specialises in property economics, planning and development strategy, with significant experience in business operations and in consulting to the private sector and to government. SIMON SMITH Chairman Simon is AEC’s Chairman and has over 30 years of experience as a consultant and Treasury officer. GAVIN O'DONOVAN Technical Director, Finance Gavin is Technical Director (Finance) with AEC and has over 25 years of experience in developing business and financial sustainability strategies for both the public and private sectors. KATE SMITH CFO Kate is AEC’s Chief Financial Officer and brings a broad and diverse skillset from 30 years as a Chartered Accountant, working with business in strategy positioning, productivity enhancement, human resources and investment opportunities. JONATHAN PAVETTO Senior Economist & Team Leader Jonathan is a leader in the drive to develop Northern Australia and agriculture. He has worked successfully with all levels of government in economics, policy and communication, including cost benefit analysis, detailed economic, regulatory and process reviews. GRAHAM JARVIS Strategic Finance Graham is an experienced state and local finance executive manager with a focus on financial sustainability, strategic asset management and revenue strategies. Having delivered a range of financial and service management solutions to local governments all over Australia and in particular, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, Graham has a thorough understanding of the planning and reporting frameworks within each jurisdiction. KIERON LACEY Technical Director, Economics Kieron is AEC’s Technical Director of Economics, with over 15 years experience modelling, assessing and analysing economic, industry and socio-demographic impacts of projects and programs, as well as projecting future growth. JAMES POPOVIC Property - Valuations & Development James is a property professional with +15 years experience in the real estate industry. James’ strengths lie in real estate valuation/advisory, development feasibility modelling and property economics.