AEC works with industry leaders, government bodies, and regional stakeholders to shape the future of industries through advocacy, visioning, and long-term strategic planning. By developing clear, actionable vision frameworks and advocacy strategies, we help our clients secure support, funding, and investments for their region or sector’s future. Our work empowers industries and communities to realise their full potential and thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. Strategy, Advocacy & Vision What is the vision for your region & how can we help you get there? AEC works with industry leaders, government bodies, and regional stakeholders to shape the future of industries through advocacy, visioning, and long-term strategic planning. By developing clear, actionable vision frameworks and advocacy strategies, we help our clients secure support, funding, and investments for their region or sector’s future. Our work empowers industries and communities to realise their full potential and thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. OUR CAPABILITIES Strategy Development We lead the development of long-term strategies that guide regional and industry growth. This involves aligning stakeholders around shared goals, identifying key growth drivers, and designing roadmaps that are both visionary and actionable. Our work bridges big-picture thinking with practical implementation, ensuring strategies are grounded in evidence, opportunity, and impact. Regional & Business Visioning Through detailed community and stakeholder engagement, we help regions define their vision for the future, identify opportunities, and create Strategic plans that reflect their goals and aspirations. Advocacy We craft advocacy strategies that amplify the voice of industries or regions, ensuring that the region or key sectors receive the attention, funding, and policy support they need for future growth. Regional Transition & Diversification Planning We support industries in navigating disruption, developing resilience plans, and diversifying or transitioning their economies to remain competitive and adaptable in the face of change. Policy Analysis We develop, review, and evaluate policies and investment programs that support industry growth, ensuring that they align with the goals of local and state governments, regional stakeholders, and local communities. Program Design & Evaluation Our team develops and assesses investment programs and policy initiatives that foster regional growth. We ensure programs are responsive, outcomes-focused, and aligned with broader strategic objectives. Comparative Benchmarking AEC applies benchmarking to evaluate regional or sector performance against national and global standards, helping identify gaps, strengths, and best practices for strategic advantage. Design & Visual Communication Transform complex information into clear, compelling visuals that support decision-making and stakeholder engagement. We ensure that every output is both informative and visually impactful. OUTCOME DRIVEN Working with AEC means benefiting from our extensive experience and industry-leading experts. Our team 40B+ INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDED OVER 15,000 PROJECTS 30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Our services include impact assessments, destination development strategies, infrastructure feasibility studies, lobbying strategies and market segmentation analysis. We support tourism planning across the full lifecycle, from demand analysis and project feasibility to crafting compelling investment cases and visitor experience strategies. Tourism Economy & Strategy Unlocking opportunities to drive tourism across your region. AEC delivers data-driven, market insight-led, strategic tourism advice that fosters vibrant visitor economies, sustainable product development, effective sector advocacy and investment attraction. We partner with local governments, tourism organisations, developers, and other stakeholders to grow destinations and unlock tourism potential. Our services include impact assessments, destination development strategies, infrastructure feasibility studies, lobbying strategies and market segmentation analysis. We support tourism planning across the full lifecycle, from demand analysis and project feasibility to crafting compelling investment cases and visitor experience strategies. With extensive expertise in both regional and metropolitan markets, AEC is a trusted advisor to the tourism sector. Our team combines economics, planning, and industry insight to help clients secure funding, unlock opportunities, and position their regions for long-term success. OUR CAPABILITIES Visitor Economy & Destination Development Strategies We create data-informed, place-based strategies to grow visitation, improve tourism product and experience offerings, and activate destination potential. Tourism Investment & Feasibility Assessment We assess demand, operating viability, and broader economic justification and economic benefits for tourism assets including cultural centres, retreats, hotels, and major attractions. Market Research & Visitor Profiling Through quantitative and qualitative visitor research, we help destinations better understand who is coming, what they want, and how to grow target markets. Economic Contribution & Impact Assessments We measure the direct and flow-on benefits of tourism sectors, events, and investments. Our work supports grant funding, policy submissions, and government advocacy. Accommodation, Events & Experience Sector Analysis We undertake commercial and strategic analysis for hotels, events, and attractions – enabling investment readiness, experience enhancement, and evidence-based planning. Comparative Benchmarking AEC applies benchmarking to evaluate regional or sector performance against national and global standards, helping identify gaps, strengths, and best practices for strategic advantage. Design & Visual Communication Transform complex information into clear, compelling visuals that support decision-making and stakeholder engagement. We ensure that every output is both informative and visually impactful. OUTCOME DRIVEN Working with AEC means benefiting from our extensive experience and industry-leading experts. Our team 40B+ INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDED OVER 15,000 PROJECTS 30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

With over 30 years of experience, AEC is a trusted partner in property advisory. From demand and highest and best use assessments to economic impact assessments, we combine expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver solutions that align with client goals and market demands. Property Advisory Delivering evidence-based expert advice to optimise your property strategy. AEC delivers expert property advisory services, helping public and private sector clients navigate the complexities of property development. With a focus on Australia’s evolving regions and cities, we assess development feasibility, identify key project value, and create tailored strategies that deliver sustainable and successful outcomes. Our services cover the full property lifecycle, including market analysis, feasibility assessments, business case development, and funding strategies. By identifying risks and opportunities, we provide actionable insights to help clients unlock the potential of their assets and achieve long-term value. With over 30 years of experience, AEC is a trusted partner in property advisory. From demand and highest and best use assessments to economic impact assessments, we combine expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver solutions that align with client goals and market demands. OUR CAPABILITIES Strategic Property & Land Use Analysis We advise on precinct land use, rezoning strategies, infrastructure contributions, urban renewal projects, and land use optimisation. Our work ensures property solutions are strategically positioned to meet current and future needs while aligning with government policy and market demand. Market & Feasibility Assessments AEC delivers robust development feasibility studies, highest and best use assessments, and tailored financial modelling across residential, commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and tourism sectors. Our work supports business cases, funding applications, investment attraction, and property acquisition and disposal strategies. Property Due Diligence & Advisory AEC provides independent market appraisals, site assessments, demand studies, and risk advisory services to inform strategic investment decisions, enhance asset management, and support property transactions. Project-Specific Financial & Strategic Advisory Our team develops bespoke financial, strategic, and market analyses to underpin major project delivery, supporting client decision-making across property, infrastructure, and precinct-scale initiatives. Economic Impact & Contributions Analysis We quantify the broader economic benefits of property development and provide strategic advice on Special Infrastructure Contributions, Affordable Housing Contributions, and Economic Impact and Cost Benefit Assessments to support infrastructure investment and regional growth initiatives. Comparative Benchmarking AEC applies benchmarking to evaluate regional or sector performance against national and global standards, helping identify gaps, strengths, and best practices for strategic advantage. Design & Visual Communication Transform complex information into clear, compelling visuals that support decision-making and stakeholder engagement. We ensure that every output is both informative and visually impactful. OUTCOME DRIVEN Working with AEC means benefiting from our extensive experience and industry-leading experts. Our team 40B+ INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDED OVER 15,000 PROJECTS 30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

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The Travel and Tourism industry has typically contributed more than $50 billion dollars to Australia’s GDP. The travel and tourism economy is a vital sector that presents opportunity and investment in all regions and virtually all sectors of our country. Tourism The Travel and Tourism industry has typically contributed more than $50 billion dollars to Australia’s GDP. The travel and tourism economy is a vital sector that presents opportunity and investment in all regions and virtually all sectors of our country. The ramifications of COVID-19 has highlighted that even with international travel remaining non-existent, the need and want for travel and adventuristic travel opportunities across Australia is still in high demand. This offers the opportunity for local regions and tourism development organisations across Australia to evaluate and invest in creating unique experiences to draw domestic tourists to their region. AEC is able to provide an in-depth range of services that provide you with solution-focused outcomes that deliver insight and added value to your project. The services we offer: Brand Positioning Demand Assessments Due Diligence Economic & Industry Development Strategy Economic Impact Assessment Financial Feasibility Assessment Grant & Funding Submissions Lobbying & Advocacy Market Analysis & Outlook Reporting Market Entry Strategies Marketing & Branding Strategy Employment & Skills Strategy For further information, contact one of our specialists below. Rodger Powell Contact Holly Marson Contact Check back soon Once posts are published, you’ll see them here. Recent Projects

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. Regional Development & Investment Attraction Understanding where a community, business, precinct, or industry is going is critical for successful investment attraction and development programs. Our Regional Development 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 Regional Development and 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. Adam Matthews Contact Holly Marson Contact Check back soon Once posts are published, you’ll see them here. Recent Projects

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. 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 Contact Recent Projects

We focus on and embrace a collaborative and constant learning cycle across all our disciplines, with our teams working with you to optimise outcomes.​ Economics | Finance | Market Research | Design & Visual Communication WHAT SETS US APART We partner with clients to deliver tailored, strategic solutions that drive measurable outcomes. With our deep expertise in economic and financial analysis, planning, and market insights, we empower impactful decision making for business, industry, local governments, and developers. AEC’s multidisciplinary approach brings together experts across various technical disciplines and market sectors, allowing us to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the unique challenges of each client and their individual needs. OUR TEAMS We focus on and embrace a collaborative and constant learning cycle across all our disciplines, with our teams working with you to optimise outcomes. Economics | Finance | Market Research | Design & Visual Communication Working with AEC means benefiting from our extensive experience and industry-leading experts. Meet AEC WHERE WE MAKE AN IMPACT 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. Development, Planning & Investment Attraction Understanding where a community, business, precinct, or industry is going is critical for successful investment attraction and development programs. Our Regional Development 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. Asset & Service Sustainability The heart of our approach is to provide our clients with insightful and evidence-based information to enable a full understanding of the whole-of-life costs of the infrastructure and assets being managed. Meaningful decisions can only be made when the long run yield and financial sustainability of the organisation or business is fully understood. Design, 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.

Providing the insight & confidence your organisation or asset needs for a successful & sustainable future. ​Our Strategic Finance team combines accountants, economists, modellers and governance advisors to support long-term financial sustainability, operational and efficiency reviews, transparent service pricing reviews, and business case/feasibility studies. Strategic Finance AEC is a national leader in the delivery of tailored financial advisory services that empower government agencies, utilities providers, not-for-profit organisations and private businesses to plan with confidence and operate sustainably. Providing the insight & confidence your organisation or asset needs for a successful & sustainable future. Our Strategic Finance team combines accountants, economists, modellers and governance advisors to support long-term financial sustainability, operational and efficiency reviews, transparent service pricing reviews, and business case/feasibility studies. We develop and maintain a raft of proprietary financial models that we tailor for use across Australia, supporting long-term infrastructure planning, project feasibility, service cost recovery and internal resource allocation and optimisation. Our work provides clarity around decision-making, particularly for long-term financial plans, capital works, strategic asset management and operational service delivery in core areas such as waste and resource recovery, water and sewer, fleet and community infrastructure. AEC specialises in developing business cases that support successful funding applications, incorporating project appraisal, cost benefit analysis, and prioritisation frameworks. Our advice is robust, evidence-based, and tailored to be both practical and implementable, ensuring clients are well-positioned to secure funding and deliver high impact outcomes. OUR CAPABILITIES Long-Term Financial Sustainability Modelling AEC has developed proprietary financial models used by hundreds of councils nationwide. We support clients in forecasting financial health, stress-testing future scenarios, and building robust long-term financial strategies to meet community needs and regulatory obligations. Infrastructure & Asset Funding Strategies We develop funding models and financial frameworks to support the delivery, renewal, and upgrade of infrastructure assets. This includes plant and fleet planning, water and waste pricing strategies, and financial modelling aligned with asset management plans and capital works programs. Service Delivery Costing & Pricing Our team conducts full cost recovery analysis, activity-based costing, and pricing reviews across a range of local and state government services. This includes water and sewerage waste management, airports, childcare, health services, education, regulatory services, aquatic facilities, and more. Our insights help clients ensure fair pricing, transparency, and compliance with cost-recovery principles. Business Case & Investment Evaluation AEC delivers evidence-based empirical evaluations of strategic projects, including cost benefit analysis, project and commercial feasibility assessment, business case development, and prioritisation and delivery frameworks for major infrastructure, organisational and service initiatives. Corporate Strategy & Organisational Reviews We support our clients with tailored organisational and service reviews, internal funding model reviews, governance structures, and resource allocation strategies, ensuring efficient and sustainable operations at all levels of the organisation. Model Licensing, Financial Training & Capacity Building AEC offers training, model licensing, documentation, and ongoing support for internal financial teams. We help build in-house financial capability and confidence, particularly around long-term modelling and scenario analysis. Business Units & Service Reviews We complete service and operational reviews, providing expert advice on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the services. We have developed expertise in reviewing water services, waste and resource recovery, plant and fleet, fleet management, depot operations, airport operations, ferry operations, saleyards, libraries and quarries. Comparative Benchmarking AEC applies benchmarking to evaluate regional or sector performance against national and global standards, helping identify gaps, strengths, and best practices for strategic advantage. Design & Visual Communication Transform complex information into clear, compelling visuals that support decision-making and stakeholder engagement. We ensure that every output is both informative and visually impactful. OUTCOME DRIVEN Working with AEC means benefiting from our extensive experience and industry-leading experts. Our team 40B+ INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDED OVER 15,000 PROJECTS 30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

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 Townsville Concert Hall Economic Assessment of Reducing Migration in NSW 1/117 Recent Projects Townsville Concert Hall Client: Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts: AEC Was engaged to undertake the... Economic Assessment of Reducing Migration in NSW Client: Property Council of Australia (NSW): AEC was engaged to provide analysis around the economic ramifications of reducing migration... Edward River Growth Strategy 2050 Client: Edward River Council: AEC in collaboration with Edward River Council and iPlan Projects, aims to guide the region to see... Queensland Pacific Metals Detailed Economic Assessment Client: Queensland Pacific Metals (QPM): AEC was engaged to undertake an assessment of the anticipated economic impacts and public... ONE TEAM MANY EXPERTS Outcome Driven