Our vision is to be a leader in resource management practice.

About Us

The Brighta Consulting Mission

We strive to set the standard for excellence and strategic thinking, to achieve positive outcomes for the environment and our communities, and foster the growth and capability of practitioners.

Partner with people to deliver innovative, impactful solutions to environmental challenges and help shape thriving and sustainable communities.

Influence Resource Management practice through ongoing education, skill building and capacity development to encourage strategic thinkers.

Safeguard and optimise the Resource Management system, making meaningful contributions to its design and supporting continuous improvement in implementation.

Meet the Team

Amanda de Jong

Director, Strategic Environmental Consultant

  • BSc (Resource and Environmental Planning and Biological Sciences)

  • Making Good Decisions Certificate Holder - Certified Independent Commissioner

  • Full Membership of NZPI

  • With more than 17 years of experience working in local government in both New Zealand and the UK, Amanda has operated at the coalface of resource management.

    Her diverse resource management background means she provides a unique perspective and a comprehensive understanding of resource management challenges. Her strong work ethic and immense passion for achieving balanced and workable environmental outcomes make her a real asset to any project.

Janet Whiteside

Strategic Environmental Consultant

  • LLM Environmental Law with Distinction from Auckland University

  • Janet has held senior positions with Auckland Council, specializing in RMA compliance, for 17 years. Her focus has been on technical advice, training, and best practice development.

    With her extensive experience and passion for environmental compliance, along with her dedication to helping people develop as effective compliance practitioners, she is well-suited to support our clients with all of their RMA compliance needs.

Our Values

We aim to set the benchmark in resource management practice, delivering innovative, strategic and effective solutions to complex problems.

Be the Benchmark

We create safe, fun, inclusive spaces where people can engage collaboratively and openly to achieve great outcomes.

Bring the Energy

We always think about the next step, making sure that a holistic approach is taken at the start that sets up a project for success.

Think Ahead

We are firm believers that staying curious leads to more effective problem-solving and solution design for the people we work with.

Stay Curious

We test boundaries and the status quo and we aren't afraid to take on new challenges.

Act with Courage

Let’s Work Together.

We love to partner with like-minded organisations to plan, prepare and create positive change.

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