Meet The Team
Brendon Walkinshaw
Director
I am dedicated to steering the planning process toward meeting our clients’ objectives, while enhancing the face of our cities and regions.
Brendon stands out as a leading urban planner on the Gold Coast. Backed by decades of industry experience, he offers a nuanced understanding of planning systems, providing clients with unparalleled guidance from site acquisition through to development approval strategies. Brendon’s comprehensive educational background in Urban Planning, Law, and Economics significantly enhances his approach to high-quality development and placemaking. At Enhance Urban Planning, clients benefit from his holistic strategy that ensures thoughtful, impactful project delivery.
Qualifications and Affiliations – B. Economics, B. Laws, GD. Urban & Regional Planning, Admitted Solicitor, Member, Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)
Fatima Butalid
Executive Property Assistant
I aspire to deepen my understanding of town planning, recognising its vital contribution to creating sustainable cities and improving the quality of life for communities.
As an Executive Property Assistant at Enhance Urban Planning, Fatima is dedicated to supporting planners in delivering quality outcomes. With a keen interest in urban development, Fatima assists in researching planning approvals, monitoring changes in legislation, report writing, and initial due diligence assessments for clients’ properties.
-Qualifications and Affiliations – B. Biology, B. Law
Carlyne Mercado
Executive Assistant
I boost urban planning efficiency through expert coordination, strategic engagement, and dynamic social media outreach
Carlyne serves as an Executive Assistant at Enhance Urban Planning, where she supports urban planners, assists with administration, and is the first point of contact for clients over the phone. She efficiently organizes projects and excels in facilitating team collaboration and professional client communications. Carlyne also contributes to office operations and enhances the firm’s digital presence by managing social media content and creating impactful marketing material.
-Qualifications and Affiliations – B. Marketing Management
