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To view the breadth of our services, please search our projects via the map below. You can search by type of project or location (LGA).
Location marks on the map are approximate. Projects involving Aboriginal archaeology and Aboriginal cultural heritage are not included in this map for cultural sensitivity reasons, but we have listed some of the Local Aboriginal Land Councils we have worked in.
Our interactive map allows you to search the type of project or locations where Artefact have worked.
When you partner with Artefact, you’ll receive timely and accurate advice on how to integrate archaeology, heritage and environmental considerations into your project plans.
Artefact includes specialists across key fields of archaeology, heritage, environment, interpretation, architecture and history. More importantly, with 50 staff we can assemble a skilled in-house team targeted to your specific requirements.
HISTORICAL HERITAGE
As highly experienced project leaders, Artefact has been lead consultant on many major projects. Our planning and management systems ensure that projects are completed in a timely, professional manner, working in partnership with our clients.
Since 2010 Artefact is proud to have worked on a diverse range of large and small-scale infrastructure and development projects.
During this time we have built-up extensive experience in a variety of sectors including rail, roads, power and renewables, health, greenfields development and urban renewal.
Some of the more well-known projects we've been involved with include: Central Station Metro; Parramatta Light Rail; Sydney Metro City & Southwest; Wickham Transport Interchange; Northern Beaches Hospital; St Vincent’s Private Hospital; Concord Forensic Mental Health Unit; Sydney Harbour Bridge; The Northern Road Stages 1 & 2; Berry to Bomaderry Upgrade (Princes Highway); West Wyalong Solar Farm; and Wind Farm and Transmission Line projects in the Pilbara and Western NSW.
With almost 50 staff, and offices in Sydney and Newcastle, we can assemble a skilled in-house team targeted to your specific requirements.
For a personal response to your heritage and environment needs, please ask how we can tailor an integrated solution to suit your plans, your timeline and your budget.
Artefact have worked on almost all major rail infrastructure developments in NSW over the past decade.
Our proudest achievement is our team. We value their skills and talents, and we trust that you will too.
At Artefact we recruit staff who are passionate about the past, skilled in their disciplines and professional in their approach. We all understand the need to balance our rich local heritage with plans that shape the State’s future. These attributes contribute to a great team culture internally – and to exceptional advice and service for you. We support each other to make sure that our clients come first, which is why we have an industry-wide reputation for being responsive, innovative and authoritative.
SANDRA WALLACE, MANAGING DIRECTOR
Artefact was established in 2010 by Dr Sandra Wallace, who remains the company’s Managing Director.
What ever your heritage project we are here to assist.
Country or city, desktop or fieldwork, we’ve covered most of New South Wales and ACT.
Our advice and services are customised to offer the best guidance on how you can proceed, whatever your project type.
We consult right across the scale from neighbourhood architectural practices to multinational developers. But don't take our word for it! Check out our testimonials from our clients.
TESTIMONIALS
'Artefact are very collaborative, and easy to interface with. They provide high-quality deliverables and very good technical advice, and have a strong understanding of the relevant government and assessment processes and guidelines.'
– Alice Smith, Senior Environmental Consultant, Arup
'Artefact have provided quality services across the category of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage in the delivery of Central Station Metro. Laing O’Rourke continues to engage Artefact to provide these services across a number of major infrastructure contracts.'
- Chris McCallum, Environment Lead, Laing O'Rourke
'Artefact's heritage report was used as inspiration and guidance for the Good Street Granville streetscape design theme, colours, materials and finishes.... and provided the opportunity to develop and incorporate heritage interpretive elements'
- John Graham, Senior Landscape Architect, City of Parramatta Council
'Artefact was an integral part of the success of integrating local and Australian history into various design forms and providing stadium patrons with unique experiences. They were experienced, passionate and embraced the stadium design to achieve the desired outcomes for the project and people.'
- Luyu Pang, Former Design Manager, John Holland
'I wanted to express my personal and professional satisfaction in dealing with Artefact's Interpretation Team for the Transport Access Program (TAP) projects at Denistone and Stanmore Stations. Not only have Artefact been professional and personable through the last year, but you have assisted with leading the way on heritage interpretation matters and providing guidance throughout the design process. The quality of output was fantastic and met all stakeholder expectations, while the constant level of professionalism was a strength from the beginning with the team’s ability to meet tight deadlines an asset to the design and construction programs. I look forward to many more projects with Artefact.'
- Chris Paunescu, Design Manager, Haslin Constructions
TESTIMONIALS
'Much appreciated'
'Thank you again for the time and effort you put into the Store Oral History Project. It was a great project and it was (and is) much appreciated by the local community.'
– Danna MacLeod, Development Project Manager
'Your team, in particular Carolyn has done a fantastic job closing this out for us. Appreciate her efforts in getting this result for us.'
– Kym Dracopoulos, Manager Technical Services, Goodman
'Please accept our gratitude for your contributions to what was a challenging and rewarding project. The result and project culture would not have been possible without your collective passion, efforts and experience.'
– Jake Khalil, Senior Project Manager, Student Accommodation Project Redfern
'Thank you for your input and help on the Blackheath Station TAP Heritage Interpretation Plan. It was a pleasure to work with you and your team.
– Megan Walker, Principal, DesignInc
'Thankyou for all your hard work, time and patience over the last three years, we’re proud of everyone's accomplishments on the project. The park was recently opened to the public allowing the local community to enjoy the gardens and amenities. We hope to work with you again in the future.”
– Arlyn Romeo, Senior Landscape Architect, JMD design
TESTIMONIALS
'Professionalism'
'I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding work your team have done on the Sydney Terminal Building Revitalisation Project. Your timely and efficient services have been of great help to the team and I am truly grateful for all your support. I appreciate Artefact’s dedication and professionalism, and the way you have always gone above and beyond to meet client’s expectations. Your expertise in your field is truly remarkable and it has made a huge difference in meeting our deliverables and deadlines.'
– Enis Ruzdic, Senior Consultant, Aurecon
‘I would like to congratulate Darrienne on her high level of professionalism and the high level of skill in engaging with Aboriginal community. As an Aboriginal person and someone who has worked in the public service for some time it is rare to find a non-Aboriginal person who engages so well and is 100% committed to getting Aboriginal content correct.’
– Tabatha Cann, Transport for NSW
'I was incredibly impressed with Artefact's archaeological site investigation work in Redfern. Their expertise, professionalism and dedication to preserving history were exceptional. They seamlessly integrated their findings into our project, and their comprehensive reports were invaluable. I highly recommend Artefact for their outstanding services.'
– Damon Washington, Senior Project Engineer, Richard Crookes Constructions
'Penrith City Council engaged Artefact to undertake Council-specific cultural and Aboriginal heritage awareness training workshops. The workshops presented by two Artefact staff members provided a great overview of the importance of heritage and how to assess and manage heritage matters as part of Council’s operations. The trainers were extremely knowledgeable and skilled in this area, which made for very interesting and beneficial workshops.'
- Adrian Estreich, Divisional Assurance and Security Operations Coordinator, Penrith City Council
“Artefact were a pleasure to work with on the Waitara Station Transport Access Program,. They approached their work with a professional and positive manner and were always happy to provide extra guidance along the way. The outcome of the work was of high quality and has resulted in a fantastic and colourful outcome for the commuters using Waitara Station.”
- Neil Henry, Project Manager, Gartner Rose
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