Ashley most recently graduated with excellence from the University of Technology Sydney in 2024 with a Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning & Urban Design. Ashley also has a of Master of Environmental Management from Charles Sturt University in 2019, and Bachelor of Science (Biology) from the University of Newcastle in 2016. 

Ashley’s enthusiasm for urban planning grew from her studies, supported by a passion for sustainability. Contributing to development projects that will have definable positive impacts on the future is a key driver of her goals, along with learning from experienced planners and industry experts to more deeply understand the implementation of planning regulations in projects. 

During her studies, Ashley developed exceptional time management skills to maintain her academic successes while working in full-time roles and built strong communication skills to ensure that customers and team members were all supported. A keen sense of detail has been reinforced from her previous work in the radio industry, along with managing competing priorities and keeping track of project progress to deadlines. Volunteering with Landcare and social action groups has also given Ashley an outside perspective on the ways that urban planning intersects with a variety of stakeholders, and an understanding of development as seen by community groups. 

In her role of Graduate Environmental Planner with JEP Environment & Planning, Ashley assists in the preparation of environmental impact statements, environmental management plans, waste management plans and other planning reports to support development projects. Ashley also liaises with specialist consultants who provide key documentation to support development applications and reporting.