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Jump to On this page Services we offer Experience We are trusted advisors in evaluation, assurance and review, known for our deep expertise, proven methodologies and commitment to delivering meaningful insights. Our approach is grounded in evidence, collaboration and transparency – ensuring our clients are always informed and empowered to make confident decisions. Our team brings together a diverse mix of professionals […]
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Experience
We are trusted advisors in evaluation, assurance and review, known for our deep expertise, proven methodologies and commitment to delivering meaningful insights. Our approach is grounded in evidence, collaboration and transparency – ensuring our clients are always informed and empowered to make confident decisions.
Our team brings together a diverse mix of professionals including evaluation specialists, data and survey experts, policy and governance advisors, compliance officers, project managers and former government lawyers. This breadth of experience allows us to tailor our advice to the unique needs of each engagement, combining technical rigour with subject matter expertise.
We’ve worked across the full spectrum of government portfolios, from multi-year evaluations of complex programs to sensitive investigations and internal governance reviews.
Our clients include the Department of Defence, Department of Health, Department of Home Affairs, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, ACT and Victorian Governments.
We believe in a ‘no surprises’ approach – keeping your team informed of emerging findings, risks and sensitivities throughout the process. Whether we’re reviewing governance frameworks, investigating misconduct, or assessing program delivery, our goal is to help you improve outcomes and build confidence in your operations.
Skills & expertise
We provide expert support across a wide range of evaluation, assurance and review activities, including:
- Program design and delivery, including Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Frameworks
- Internal reviews of boards and governance committees
- Investigations of misconduct and complaints
- Assurance checks over projects and programs
- Administrative and commercial activity reviews
- Audit and fraud control
- Cyber security and protective security frameworks
- Project gateway and assurance reviews
- Evaluation of government programs (small to multi-year, complex initiatives)
- Reviews of procurement, HR, ICT and internal governance policies
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Corporate Citizen of the Year
State Finalist ACT – Building Communities
Diversity Law Firm of the Year
NewLaw Firm of the Year
People
Vanessa Domaschenz
Principal Advisor
Felicity Cooper
Expert Advisor
Kirk Parcel
Special Advisor
Nicoll Parton
Special Advisor
Team Lead – Program and Project Management
Samantha Mayes
Special Advisor
Team Lead – Evaluation, Assurance and Review
Mitchell Eddy
Senior Advisor
Sharon Reay
Senior Advisor
Madison Ewer
Advisor
NBF
Assistant Advisor
National Lead – Legal
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