Our Services

With our team based throughout Western Australia, we take pride in being a community-driven firm. We offer specialised services tailored for Local Governments, State Government Departments, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, Not-For-Profit Agencies, Community Groups, and Corporate Clients.

  • Economic analysis, Research, Business Case Development, Grant and Tender Writing;
  • Project Management;
  • Strategic Planning and Organisational Development;
  • Community Development and Recreation Consulting;
  • Customised Training; and
  • Recruitment

Our team has partnered with organisations and provided services throughout many diverse regions in Australia to help overcome organisational challenges. More than just points on a map, working in these remote and regional areas gives us the ability to connect with community, and work together to create change.

Our Project Locations

Click on a location on the map to learn more about our projects in that area.

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Map Locations

  1. Location at -25.6269616, 134.4118913
  2. Mt Barker The Shire of Plantagenet has engaged Ascentive to complete community and recreation projects over a number of years. Learn More
  3. Goldfields The GEDC engaged our team to analyse youth disengagement in the Goldfields-Esperance region to help address long-term labour demand, resulting in a report highlighting opportunities to improve engagement and future social and economic outcomes. Learn More
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  5. Albany Albany Youth Support Association engaged Ascentive to develop a full suite of policies and procedures across key areas, delivered through an intranet system for easy access and version control. Learn More
  6. Albany Ascentive were engaged by Tourism WA/Scenic Helicopters to prepare a planning application for a tourism operator for a helicopter landing in the City of Albany. Learn More
  7. Albany Ascentive worked with Albany Golf Club to develop the master plan to support the ongoing management and development of club facilities. Learn More
  8. Albany Youth Great Southern engaged Ascentive to assist them in developing strategic plans and governance framework to support their vision of ending youth homelessness. Learn More
  9. Geraldton Tourism WA engaged Ascentive to assess the viability of commercial helicopter services in Geraldton, resulting in a report outlining market potential, stakeholder support, operational opportunities, and prospective local partnerships. Learn More
  10. Bunbury Ascentive are engaged by SWFAC to support strategic planning, business development and human resource functions within the organisation. Learn More
  11. Bunbury Ascentive supported Bunbury Basketball Association to access funding for construction of a new, fit for purpose indoor court facility Learn More
  12. Port Hedland Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation engaged Ascentive to assist in developing a funding prospectus to support increased health services for the community. Learn More
  13. Newman Ascentive worked with WMHSAC to design and deliver a tailored risk management training package for client-facing staff and managers. Learn More
  14. Newman Working with PAMS, we prepared a business case including financial analysis and a BHP funding application for two additional GPs to support increased clinical care and chronic disease support. Learn More
  15. Newman Ascentive collaborated with and facilitated sessions for the PAMS executive team to develop and deliver customised content for a Team Building and Leadership Program. Learn More
  16. Dubbo NSW
  17. Warburton WA Ascentive worked with the Shire of Ngaanyatjarraku to develop asset management and strategic planning frameworks.
  18. Cocos Islands As lead consultant, Mark delivered a document showcasing the labour force, businesses and the Shire. Learn More
  19. Kojonup We worked with the Shire of Kojonup on the Central Sports Precinct Upgrade to upgrade the netball facilities, oval lighting and playground. Learn More
  20. Kojonup We have worked with the Shire of Kojonup on multiple projects, including asset management, recreation facility upgrades and project management. Learn More
  21. Onslow Mark Weller conducted feasibility studies for three childcare centres, providing market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and viability assessments that enabled stakeholders to confirm demand and guide community-based implementation. Learn More
  22. Denmark Mark Weller conducted feasibility studies for three childcare centres, providing market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and viability assessments that enabled stakeholders to confirm demand and guide community-based implementation. Learn More
  23. Collie Ascentive worked with Collie Motorplex to develop a master plan for their site and sponsorship prospectus to encourage local and regional stakeholder participation. Learn More
  24. Cervantes The Shire of Dandaragan engaged Ascentive to assist in the development of a recreation precinct plan for the town of Cervantes. Learn More
  25. Coorow
  26. Cranbrook Ascentive worked with the Shire of Cranbrook on funding applications to support seasonal worker housing and economic development
  27. Dandaragan The Shire of Dandaragan engaged Ascentive to assist in the development of their Community Strategic Plan.
  28. Dumbleyung Ascentive worked with the Shire of Dumbleyung to develop funding applications for the redevelopment of the swimming pool Learn More
  29. Gnowangerup The Shire of Gnowangerup engaged Ascentive to assist them with strategic planning
  30. Kalgoorlie Kalgoorlie Boulder Basketball Association engaged Ascentive to assist in the development and funding proposals for upgrades and expansion of indoor playing facilities Learn More
  31. Lake Grace Ascentive supported the Shire of Lake Grace through the engagement and development of their Strategic Community Plan
  32. Toodyay Ascentive supported the Shire to conduct an operational management review of the Toodyay Recreation Centre and Swimming Pool. Learn More
  33. Toodyay Ascentive supported the Shire of Toodyay to develop strategic plans and asset management assessment framework. Learn More
  34. Busselton Busselton Jetty Inc. engaged Ascentive to undertake an economic analysis of a planned Marine Discovery Centre, resulting in $15 million in funding to progress the project. Learn More
  35. Dunsborough South West Foot and Ankle Clinic utilise Ascentive's strategic planning and HR experience to support business operations and expansion of services. Learn More
  36. Kambalda Mark Weller was the project manager for the Kambalda 50m Swimming Pool Upgrade, delivering a modern, accessible facility at a significantly lower cost than similar projects. Learn More
  37. Jerramungup The Shire of Jerramungup engaged Ascentive Consulting to prepare funding applications to redevelop their swimming pool. Learn More
  38. Port Hedland Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (WMHSAC) engaged Ascentive to provide needs assessments, financial forecasts and strategic alignments to support funding opportunities for the Medical Centre clinical expansion project. Learn More
  39. Kununurra The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberly engaged us to prepare a cost-benefit analysis to support a business case and funding package for extensive upgrades to the East Kimberley Regional Airport. Learn More
  40. Broome WHMSAC engaged Ascentive to develop and deliver a highly innovative, engaging, informative and enjoyable team-building retreat over 3 days in Broome.
  41. Perth Ascentive, led by Mark Weller, conducted the 2019–2024 review of the General Gumala Foundation, providing analysis and stakeholder feedback to support continuous improvement and future development, with results presented at the AGM.
  42. Yalgoo Mark Weller managed the Yalgoo sports oval and clubhouse upgrades, successfully delivering the project despite the challenges of its remote location.

Grant Writing

Grant writing is both a challenging and rewarding endeavour. At the heart of our service lies a profound understanding of our clients’ needs.

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Community and Recreation

We take a holistic approach to shaping community and sport development at local and regional levels.

Our passion lies in collaborating with community groups, government and non-government agencies and not-for-profit organisations.

We establish the strategic direction for merit-based recreation infrastructure projects and initiatives, pursuing long term economic and social benefits.

Our team is highly experienced in stakeholder engagement, market research, industry trend analysis and economic modelling, offering an array of services to our clients, from Business Case Development and Needs Assessments to Feasibility Studies, Master Plan Development, Grant Writing and Funding Acquisition. Our proven track record demonstrates our commitment and capability within this space, assisting our clients with developing sound strategic direction to capitalise on opportunities.

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Customised Engagement, Facilitation and Training

We recognise that every organisation is unique, with distinct challenges and needs.

We provide  customised engagement, facilitation and training to meet the specific requirements of our clients across government, not-for-profit, and private sectors.

Our approach involves genuinely understanding your needs, then working with you as well develop an innovative and engaging program. 

Examples of our engagement and facilitation methods include: survey design and delivery, facilitated workshops, community meeting and focus groups.  

We have facilitated meetings in open environments on-country and delivered large scale presentations to audiences of over 1,000 people. 

As a graphic facilitator Mark Weller can deliver workshop results in realtime.

During all engagement and training our focus is on ensuring that content and delivery is respectful, effective and meets the needs of all members of the audience. 

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Economic Analysis | Research Business Case Development

We guide your projects through financial complexities, offering insights that drive economic success.

Our expertise in economic analysis is not just a tool; it’s a roadmap to guide your project’s financial journey, whether for internal processes or for crucial funding applications.

Analysing the project, we provide insights into the economic benefits and impacts, considering each element to ensure a complete understanding. Whether it’s presenting a compelling case for grant funding, initiating discussions with Government leadership or administration, or being used for internal decision making, our economic analysis provides clarity and credibility to our clients.

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Project Management

We offer bespoke solutions to Project Management, tailored to each organisation’s unique needs.

Whether it’s implementing a multi-faceted program or managing stakeholder engagement and funding acquittals in a construction project or, we offer project management from the initial idea through to the final execution, encompassing concept planning and beyond.

Our expertise extends to both pre and post-funding stages of project management. We understand that not all projects result in a tangible product; sometimes, the impact is in the social benefits delivered on the ground. As such, our role often involves acting as a conduit for these programs, ensuring effective people management and smooth execution.

We also focus on Program Development, encompassing everything from creating and facilitating workshops and the like, to managing marketing and outreach.

Our approach involves managing all the moving parts of a project, closely working with stakeholders every step of the way. We ensure that at the end of the pre-funding project management process, our clients are equipped with a comprehensive portfolio to assist with their funding applications, budget allocation requests, and presentations to government bodies.

A key aspect of our project management solution is upskilling our client’s team. We see the value in empowering organisations with the knowledge and skills to independently manage future projects, fostering long-term growth and self-sufficiency.

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Recruitment

We understand that having the right talent in corporate and executive positions plays a pivotal role in organisational success.

Our experienced team specialises in recruiting for the corporate sphere, particularly within sectors such as Not-for-Profit, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, Local and State Government, Corporate Bodies, and Medical Organisations.

Our approach to recruitment is tailored to our clients, providing a purpose-built end to end service for their executive recruitment needs. This approach is not just about filling positions; it’s about finding solution-focused individuals and leaders who resonate with the organisation’s culture and objectives. 

Our team’s diverse specialisation ensures that we can cater to the specific requirements of different sectors and regions across the state. Whether it’s Local Government, not-for-profits, or Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in Western Australia, we have the expertise to find the right fit. 

Our Local Government service has been designed to fully comply with the DLGSC operational guidelines for CEO recruitment and selection, performance review and termination.

Our approach to recruitment is rooted in understanding and respect. We engage in fundamental conversations to ensure we completely comprehend what our clients need, identifying solutions that align with the organisational ethos before initiating the recruitment process.

This approach allows us to pinpoint and attract the talent that aligns with the organisation’s objectives, values and culture. Our commitment extends to comprehending the complexities of different cultural requirements and practices. We apply this understanding in our recruitment process, maintaining a stringent adherence to cultural practices and sensitivities.

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Strategic Planning and Organisational Development

Our team provides a unique approach to Strategic Planning, ensuring that everyone in the organisation can see themselves and how they contribute to achieving the strategic outcomes.

This approach supports the development of achievable and measurable operational actions.

Each of our facilitators are highly skilled at engagement and are committed to understanding each clients individual specific needs. We also ensure the facilitator chosen from our team for each engagement has the level of relevant industry knowledge needed to successfully complete the requirements.

Assisting clients with identifying the Strategy required to meet their objectives is one of our specialties. We have supported a range of clients to identify and implement successful strategy, particularly to achieve projects and objectives which may have not been able to be realised until the right pathway has been identified.

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Tender Writing

We bring a wealth of expertise in tender-writing and tender to the table.

Our experienced team supports a diverse range of clients, assisting with everything from procurement and drafting tender responses to project management and final submission preparation.

Our extensive experience allows us to guide clients through the process, meet deadlines and offer advice to maximise the tender’s potential success. We pay particular attention to highlighting our clients’ unique strengths, their team’s demonstrated capabilities and proven track record, ensuring they’re presented in the most favourable and authentic way possible.

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Culturally Informed and Culturally Sensitive Approach

As an organisation we are committed to assisting First Nations organisations and people ‘close the gap’. We understand that First Nations people often experience significant disparities in areas such as education, health, employment and justice, which are unacceptable and unjust. 

Therefore, we believe in and are dedicated to working towards creating a more equitable society. 

Ways we ensure our approach is culturally informed to achieve meaningful outcomes include:

  • We take the time to genuinely listen. Where possible we complete engagement on-country;
  • We believe it essential that First Nations Projects are First Nations lead. We work in partnership and in an advisory role in project delivery. Our work assists in achieving outcomes and we progressively handover to First Nations organisations to deliver;
  • We are engaged to implement projects that help build capacity in First Nations Organisations; and 
  • We take the time to learn about and work with Culturally and Linguistically diverse clients and people as part of our organisational development and recruitment work.

What is most important to us is that our clients’ needs are met to the maximum extent possible.

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