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MEET THE TEAM
If you need expert ecological advice, then Biodiverse Environmental is for you!
Liam Pratt (BEnvSc)
Owner/ Director
Liam, an Ecologist with 20+ years of experience, excels in environmental conservation across diverse sectors. Specializing in flora/fauna management, land rehab, and fire management, he brings innovation and authenticity to Biodiverse Environmental, ensuring top-notch service for clients. A graduate of the University of the Sunshine Coast, Liam holds a Bachelor's in Environmental Science.
Angela Morrison
Operations Manager
Angela has a broad and integral role in the operation of Biodiverse Environmental. Her key responsibilities include office administration, project coordination, safety administration, project tracking, human resources and staff scheduling.
Angela is also a crew member of the Biodiverse Environmental Fire Ecology team.
Sina Kankaanpaa
(BEnvSc, MEnvMgt)
Env. Scientist / Lead Ecologist
Sina graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Environmental Science and a Master of Environmental Management, majoring in conservation and natural resource management. She has since had 7 years of experience on a variety of projects in SE Queensland, with a focus on fauna management and ecological services. Sina has a particular interest in species interactions and habitat rehabilitation.
Jessica van Motman-Craig (DipCalm)
Environmental Officer / Ecologist
Jessica, an Environmental Officer at Biodiverse Environmental, brings expertise in horticulture, conservation, fire ecology, and land management, focusing on South-East Queensland's flora and fauna. Passionate about EVNT species and native habitat restoration, she has worked on civil, government, and not-for-profit projects.
Latasha Painter
(BAnimalEcology, BZoology)
Ecologist / Fauna Spotter Catcher / Bush Regenerator
Latasha holds qualifications in Animal Ecology, Zoology and natural area restoration (Conservation and Land Management).
Latasha specialises in natural area management, fire ecology and land management. Latasha is currently project managing an environmental offset bush regeneration site as well, as working on multiple other diverse projects.
Riaan Saayman (BAnimalEcology)
Ecologist / Fauna Spotter Catcher / Bush Regenerator
Riaan graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Animal Ecology. Riaan specialises in fauna management, natural area management and fire ecology.
Riaan is currently working on jobs doing fauna spotter catching, ecological surveys, nest box installation and monitoring and weed control.
Brittany Selby (BEnvSc)
Ecologist / Fauna Spotter Catcher / Bush Regenerator
Brittany works for Biodiverse Environmental as an Ecologist / Fauna Spotter Catcher and Bush Regenerator.
Brittany graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Environmental Science and has since worked on a diverse range of projects in Queensland and NSW.
Mauricio Lorandi (BBiol, DipCEM)
Ecologist / Fauna Spotter Catcher / Bush Regenerator
Mauricio graduated from the University of Caxias do Sulwith, Brazil with a Bachelor of Biology. Mauricio has also completed a Certificate III in Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration and a Diploma in Conservation and Ecosystem Management since arriving in Australia.
Mauricio specialises in natural area management and fauna management.
Cody Laskey (BZoology)
Marketing & Content Manager / Office Assistant
Cody graduated from the University of Western Australia with a Bachelor of Science, Majoring in Zoology and Conservation Biology.
Cody has experience in the wildlife rehabilitation sector, working with birds, reptiles and mammals native to South-East Queensland.
Meg Whitworth (BAnimalEcology)
Fauna Spotter Catcher
Meg graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Animal Ecology.
Meg has experience working as a Senior Veterinary Nurse, as well as zoo keeping experience.
Meg has also had the opportunity to participate in research projects in Borneo.
Tim Finnigan
Nest Box Builder
Tim has a lifetime of experience in the building and carpentry industries, specialising in joinery work. With Tim’s knowledge and experience, he is able to skilfully, hand-build a range of nest boxes to meet species-specific requirements.