Our Team

Lori Gould, CEO and Principal Consultant

Lori has over 25 years’ experience in the environmental sector and specialises in practical natural resource management, particularly riparian rehabilitation, landscape planning and community engagement. Qualifications include PhD Migratory Bird Ecology (current), Masters (Integrated Water Resources Management), Post Graduate Certificate (River Restoration and Management), BSc (Environmental Science), Ass. Dip. of Applied Science (Animal Science), registered Land for Wildlife assessor and a Fellow of the Peter Cullen Trust.

Stephen Bruce, Program Manager

Stephen brings 24 years of experience in the natural resource management industry, working across NSW, ACT, and VIC, with a specialization in native vegetation restoration. Stephen holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Charles Sturt University. He has worked in both government and private sectors, including as a ranger with ACT Parks and Conservation Service. Stephen has experience managing native seed and plant nurseries, volunteer engagement activities and delivering countless successful environmental restoration projects on both public and private land.

Rozita Higgs, Planning and Business Operations

Rozie is a recent graduate of the ANU having completed a BSc (Environment and Sustainability). Whilst working with ERDP Rozie has been involved in Ecological Connectivity and Landscape Restoration Plans across Canberra in both Urban Open Space and Nature Reserves. She is committed to working with the clients and especially community groups to build stewardship into each project. With a genuine love for the Canberra region, Rozie is truly invested in working to protect the biodiversity and natural values of her local area.

Kerri Goebel, Contractor Liaison and Safety

Kerri is here to make the work we do with contractors as smooth and as safe as possible. He came from Cairns to Canberra 3 years ago with a budding interest in the environment and landed with ERDP at the beginning of 2025. Kerri has experience with our friends over at 18fifty3 participating in bush regeneration and has also volunteered with the Australian River Restoration Centre. His enthusiasm and ability to strike up a conversation makes him perfectly suited to being the friendly face ensuring safety and quality at all our sites.

Enviromental Restoration Design and Planning works with the following network of trusted contractors and community partners to design and deliver our projects.

Australian River Restoration Centre

The ARRC are a multidisciplinary team of writers, researchers and environmental scientists advocating for our rivers. They combine science with long-term partnerships between landholders, government, funding agencies and practitioners, restoring and improving the waterways on landholder properties. Their projects include Finterest, Rivers Of Carbon, Flow-MER, The Forgotten River and Water Management Twinning Program.

Southern ACT Catchment Group

Southern ACT Catchment Group leads conservation initiatives across the southern ACT, collaborating with landholders, volunteers, and government agencies. Their work includes weed and erosion control, habitat restoration, and waterway protection to sustain healthy landscapes. They also support bushfire recovery efforts and sustainable farming practices to strengthen the resilience of the region’s ecosystems.

Molonglo Conservation Group

Molonglo Conservation Group focuses on restoring and protecting the Molonglo River and surrounding landscapes. Through habitat restoration, community engagement, and environmental advocacy, they work to enhance biodiversity and improve ecosystem resilience. Their projects include replanting native vegetation, improving water quality, and fostering partnerships to ensure the long-term health of the Molonglo catchment.

Ginninderra Catchment Group

Ginninderra Catchment Group works to protect and restore the Ginninderra Creek catchment through community-driven conservation efforts. They support local Landcare groups, deliver on-ground restoration projects, and promote sustainable land and water management in the region. Their initiatives include habitat rehabilitation, waterway protection, and environmental education programs that empower the local community to care for their natural surroundings.

Dreamtime Connections

Dreamtime Connections deliver on-ground works services such as fencing, planting, weed control, establishment of bush tucker gardens and other restoration works. Led by Aaron Chatfield, who has over 10 years’ experience in natural resource management, Dreamtime Connections is helping to educate and promote Aboriginal culture, food and land management techniques as part of mainstream Australian life. Examples of their work can be found on their Facebook page.

Soil and Water

With over 30 years’ experience in the ACT, New South Wales and the tropical farming regions in North Queensland, Soil and Water are experts in land capability assessments, soil erosion control and wastewater management. John Franklin has been working with ERDP to develop Erosion and Sediment Control Plans. For more information visit: Soil And Water Canberra – Working to Sustain Our Local Environment

18fifty3

18fifty3 Group is an equal opportunity employer striving to provide work opportunities and job outcomes for Indigenous Australians. 18fifty3 provides comprehensive environmental services and specialise in adaptable weed management solutions in diverse environments, bush regeneration (fencing, planting, site preparation, site maintenance) and civil and remote structural works. Website: https://www.18fifty3.com.au/

Summiitt Earthworks

Summiitt are specialists in civil construction and earthworks in remote and environmentally sensitive areas. In short, their motto is to tread lightly with heavy machinery. With 20+ years experience in and around the ACT this crew has the knowledge and technical skill necessary to operate in difficult and isolated areas. Website: https://summiitt.com/.

GeoADAPT

GeoADAPT provides GIS services, including data management, analysis, modeling, visualization, and training. They transform complex data into compelling stories through insightful analysis, predictive modeling, and engaging visualizations. Led by Dr. Jason MacKenzie, a spatial data scientist with 15+ years in environmental conservation, GeoADAPT combines expertise in marine biology, ecology, and wilderness training to drive impactful solutions.

Atlier KIPU

Atelier KIPU provides heritage and design advice and architectural services in and around the ACT, with a focus on delivering for climate, community and culture. Website: Atelier KIPU. Director, Alanna King is a registered architect with Architects Registration Board ACT (#2551), Physical Conservation of Buildings and Structures, Master of Architecture, Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Member and ACT Chapter Councilor of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Natural Waterscapes

Natural Waterscapes deliver aquatic landscaping the way nature intended. Mick, owner and operator of Natural Waterscapes, has a passion for nature and believes that ponds and waterfalls should blend into their surroundings to best provide ecosystem value. Natural Waterscapes also undertake dam and landscape enhancement works using logs, rocks and other materials as well as landscaping more broadly. View his project gallery at https://naturalwaterscapes.com.au/.

Gondwana Land Services

Gondwana Land Services provides restoration planning, project management, planting and seed collection services. Director Justin Hurley Lee is an experienced ecologist and native seed expert.

Capital Revegetation

A one-stop shop and delivery service for revegetation supplies to the Canberra region. Capital Revegetation are here to make restoration easier and always expanding their range of products to suit your project.