About Us

WHY CHOOSE US

Surveyors & Town Planners in Queensland

WORK WITH A TEAM THAT PUTS YOU FIRST

At Murray & Associates, our approach and experience set us apart as leaders in surveying and town planning. Founded on small town values and a vision to provide comprehensive, accurate and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of urban development and local communities in Queensland, we are a trusted partner for private, professional and government clients across various industry sectors

Privately owned since establishment, the five current Directors of Murray & Associates actively manage all facets of the business day-to-day, so along with our team of over 45 professionals, we are able to respond to client servicing needs effectively and efficiently.

OUR DIFFERENCE

Comprehensive Understanding & Expertise

Our team possesses a wealth of industry experience and technical know-how. This insight enables us to bring a high level of proficiency to every project, navigate complexities, and customise solutions that align with our clients' objectives.

Commitment to Excellence

By investing in our people and technology, we not only elevate the quality of our services but also position ourselves as leaders in our field. Our unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation, and accuracy ensures you can rely on our ability to be a valued partner for your project.

We Get the Job Done

We believe the best outcome for everyone comes through open communication, trust and a professional drive to deliver over and above what is expected. We prioritise understanding client expectations to get it right the first time. With a steadfast determination for client satisfaction and meticulous planning and execution of each project, we minimise time, resources, and risks for our clients.

We Value Safety, Wellbeing, and Environmental Stewardship

Our social, ethical, and legal responsibilities are ingrained in every aspect of our operations and culture. We strive to extend positive impacts for our many stakeholders, the environment, and the communities we serve, including the ongoing health, safety, and wellbeing of our people.

If you want peace of mind that the surveyors and town planners working with you are as enthusiastic and dedicated to your project as you, choose Murray & Associates. Contact us today to learn how we can become your most valuable project partner.

Our Management Team

Giving you confidence from inception to completion that you have been listened to and your project is being proactively managed, our highly skilled professionals will seamlessly guide you through the process and produce the results you want.

Craig Andrews >>

Director/Cadastral Surveyor
Manager of Northern Brisbane & Caboolture Branch

Andrew Bell >>

Director/Senior Town Planner/Registered Surveyor

Manager Central Queensland Branch

Blake Bell >>

Director/Principal Town Planner
Manager of Town Planning

Andrew Campbell >>

Director/Cadastral Surveyor with Engineering Endorsement

Manager of Field Operations

Ian Smith >>

Director/Consulting Cadastral Surveyor

Manager Sunshine Coast Branch

Kyle Kenna >>

Associate/Registered Cadastral Surveyor

Manager Gympie Branch

Chris Page >>

Associate/Senior Town Planner

Murray & Associates has a long and proud history and we are a committed team of professionals that strive on delivering quality outcomes for our clients with proven success.

DIRECTORS

Craig Andrews

Director/Cadastral Surveyor

Manager of Northern Brisbane & Caboolture Branch

Bachelor of Applied Science (Maths) (QUT)

Bachelor of Surveying (QUT)

Secondary Education at Caboolture State High School, QLD

Member of Queensland Spatial & Surveying Association

Registered with Surveyors Board of Queensland

With a surveying career at Murray & Associates (Qld) Pty Ltd commencing in 1997, Craig now manages the Caboolture office, which also services Brisbane and environs.

Able to undertake design, planning and project management for all phases of a project, from a small residential development, to a larger infrastructure project, his dynamic approach ensures optimum results.

Craig is mindful of the latest supporting technology and has earned full Survey Accreditation status. With the assistance of his late father and former Director Barry Andrews, he has an unequalled association with his clientele, which ensures a positive outcome in negotiations.

Andrew Bell

Director/Senior Town Planner/Registered Surveyor

Manager Central Queensland Branch

Bachelor of Urban & Regional Town Planning (UQ)

Bachelor of Spatial Science Technology (Surveying) (USQ)

Secondary Education at The Southport School, QLD

Member of the Urban Development Institute of Australia

Andrew commenced work at the Emerald Branch of Murray & Associates (QLD) Pty Ltd as a Senior Town Planner in January of 2014 having previously worked on a range of projects throughout the state. Andrew has extensive experience dealing with both the public and private sectors in relation to projects located within rural and urban areas. Andrew has a comprehensive knowledge of the relevant planning legislation in force within Queensland and prides himself in achieving the best results for his Clients.

Andrew is also a registered surveyor with the Surveyors Board of Queensland and has extensive experience working on rural, urban, mining and large scale civil projects. Andrew is committed to providing affordable survey solutions to clients in a timely manner.

Blake Bell

Director/Principal Town Planner

Manager of Town Planning

Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning (UQ)

Secondary Education at Brisbane Boys College, QLD

Certified Practicing Planner

Corporate Member of the Planning Institute of Australia

Member of the Urban Development Institute of Australia

A company Director at Murray & Associates since 2007, Blake is a qualified and experienced urban and regional planner on the Sunshine Coast. With over 20 years town planning experience in Queensland, Blake possesses a unique set of consultancy and advocacy skills, developed through the management of local government statutory planning across a broad spectrum of land use and property development projects, policy and strategy development. As Principal Town Planner, Blake has developed a culture amongst his planning team of honesty, integrity and professionalism.

Blake prides himself on establishing excellent working relationships with his clients, industry consultants and key government personnel. Throughout his career, Blake has worked with many of Queensland’s leading property developers, corporates, charities and individuals, negotiating complex approvals and delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Andrew Campbell

Director/Cadastral Surveyor with Engineering Endorsement

Manager of Field Operations

Bachelor of Surveying (QUT)

Graduate Diploma of Surveying Practice (QUT)

Secondary Education at Immanuel Lutheran College, QLD

Member of Queensland Spatial & Surveying Association

Registered with Surveyors Board of Queensland

Initially commencing with Murray & Associates (Qld) Pty Ltd in 1995, Andrew now oversees and coordinates all field survey operations for the Nambour, Chinchilla and Roma Branches.

With surveying experience in both Australia and the UK, Andrew acknowledges, and oversees, the obligations of WHSE in all aspects of this industry.

He is committed to providing clients with the most advanced equipment and technology available to guarantee the delivery of the highest quality and economic services.

Ian Smith

Director/Consulting Cadastral Surveyor

Manager Sunshine Coast Branch

Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (QUT)

Graduate Diploma of Surveying Practice (QUT)

Graduate Diploma of Humanities (Geography) (QUT)

Secondary Education at Brisbane Boys College, QLD

Member of Queensland Spatial & Surveying Association

Registered with Surveyors Board of Queensland

Ian, our Principal Consulting Surveyor, with full Survey Accreditation status, is an expert negotiator with State Government, Local Authorities and landholders, with his surveying experience extending throughout Queensland to Indonesia. His close affiliation with District Surveyors ensures our plan production processes achieve the highest result.

Commencing with Murray & Associates (Qld) Pty Ltd in 1991, Ian coordinates tender processes, with particular awareness of sensitive land access protocols and landholder liaison to achieve positive outcomes for all parties.

His knowledge of this industry extends from the design phase (Urban and Residential developments), through to major transport and utility infrastructure projects.

ASSOCIATES – SURVEYING & TOWN PLANNING

Kyle Kenna

Associate/Registered Cadastral Surveyor

Manager Gympie Branch

Bachelor of Engineering (Surveying & S.I.S.) (UNSW)

Secondary Education at Winmalee High School, NSW

Member of Queensland Spatial & Surveying Association

Registered with Surveyors Board of Queensland

Kyle graduated from the University of New South Wales in 2004 with a Bachelor of Engineering (Surveying & Spatial Information Systems) and commenced work at Murray & Associates in December 2008.

Prior to relocating to the Sunshine Coast, Kyle gained experience performing urban and rural surveys in and around Sydney. Kyle has gained extensive experience in completing both urban and rural Cadastral Surveys, Engineering/Construction surveys, dam monitoring surveys and surveys related to coal seam gas infrastructure.

Kyle is predominantly based in our Nambour office and together with his normal field duties assists Director Andrew Campbell in supervising field staff, providing additional training with computer programs and provides assistance with job allocations and client job queries.

Kyle achieved his Cadastral Endorsement with the Surveyors Board of Queensland in September 2014.

Chris Page

Associate/Senior Town Planner

Bachelor of Regional and Urban Planning (University of the Sunshine Coast)

Secondary Education at Beerwah State High School, QLD

Chris is a Senior Town Planner who has cultivated an exemplary set of skills and knowledge over 10 years of working in the Queensland planning sector. Obtaining his Bachelor of Regional and Urban Planning in 2011 from the University of Sunshine Coast, Chris has since built his expertise through his direct involvement in hundreds of development applications for the purpose of residential, commercial, industrial and rural projects, from high-rise multiple dwellings, large-scale subdivisions to residential reconfiguration of lots and rural holidays cabins. Chris’ proven experience and practical approach has been invaluable in negotiating complex approvals and delivering exceptional project outcomes on the Sunshine Coast and in the Gympie Region whilst at Murray & Associates. His strengths lie in providing expert statutory insight, technical planning assessment and building trust-worthy working relationships with clients.