ACHM is a trusted cultural heritage partner across Australia’s public and private rail networks. We support government agencies, rail operators, major contractors and Traditional Owner groups to deliver safe, compliant and culturally respectful rail infrastructure projects.
Our experience covers the full project lifecycle—from early planning and CHMP preparation to salvage excavations, stakeholder engagement, on‑Country consultation and ongoing advisory. We ensure that essential transport upgrades progress efficiently while meeting the highest standards of cultural heritage protection.
Across major corridor duplications, station redevelopments, stabling and maintenance facilities, level‑crossing removals and regional line upgrades, ACHM brings deep technical capability, strong regulatory expertise and enduring relationships with Traditional Owners nationwide.
- Direct engagement with Traditional Owners
- Resolving CHMP queries and clarifying assessment outcomes
- Updating advice as rail design progressed
- Coordinating with the construction partner to ensure all works aligned with cultural heritage obligations and legislation
We also delivered broader support, including the review of previous CHMPs, salvage requirement assessments and project liaison to maintain compliance and streamline the approvals pathway.
Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP)
ACHM completed CHMPs, due diligence assessments, salvage programs, spatial data tasks and heritage compliance services across numerous LXRP packages.
Growth Area Stations Program
ACHM prepared CHMPs, duel diligence assessments, salvage programs and heritage compliance services for the Victorian Government’s Growth Area Stations initiative, including new or expanded stations or infrastructure at:
- Caroline Springs
- Eltham
- Frankston
- Merlynston
- Pakenham
- Ravenhall
- Riddells Creek
- Tarneit
- Watergardens
- Wattle Glen
- Williams Landing
- Wyndham Vale
- Yarraman
Our involvement supported the investigative stage through to approval‑ready submissions for multiple rapidly growing urban centres.
Stabling Yards, Rail Sidings & Precinct Enhancements
Across metropolitan and regional networks, ACHM provides cultural heritage expertise for:
- Depot expansions
- Stabling yards
- Rail sidings
- Broader precinct upgrades
Our work includes due diligence, CHMPs, salvage programs and risk identification, all tailored to align with demanding rail construction schedules.
Pilbara Heavy‑Haul Rail Projects
Mulga Downs Rail & Hub
ACHM is delivering end‑to‑end cultural heritage services for the Mulga Downs Iron Ore Project, including the proposed rail spur and hub for Hancock Prospecting and Roy Hill. Our work includes:
- Ethnobiological and ethnographic studies
- Extensive archaeological surveys
- Heritage governance and stakeholder engagement
- Avoidance recommendations and site recording
We ensure Banjima Traditional Owner values guide planning and construction while providing the assurance needed for safe and compliant delivery.
Fortescue Solomon Rail
Over 100 km of archaeological and ethnographic assessments supporting greenfields rail development and Solomon Mine operations.
Rio Tinto Gudai‑Darri Rail
Over 80 km of archaeological and ethnographic assessments for the Gudai‑Darri Mine rail corridor.
Rio Tinto Hope Downs Rail
Over 100 km of archaeological and ethnographic surveys supporting the Hope Downs rail corridor.
West Pilbara Iron Ore Project Rail Corridor
Heritage site verification across 180 km of proposed heavy‑haul rail infrastructure, supporting early feasibility and planning.
Rail Capability at a Glance
- End‑to‑end heritage services, surveys, assessments and CHMPs from early due diligence to complex investigations and salvage.
- Specialist Traditional Owner engagement ensuring transparent, respectful and legislatively compliant consultation.
- GIS, spatial analysis and predictive modelling to identify corridor‑wide risks and inform route selection.
- Rapid‑response advisory for contractors managing emergent heritage issues.
- Compliance excellence supported by ISO‑certified quality, safety and environmental systems.
- Seamless integration with project delivery, including alignment with rail construction sequencing and safety protocols.
