Beginning his planning journey with a Masters of Planning Practice from Auckland University in 2013, Ben brings a decade of statutory planning experience to our team. His diverse career within Auckland Council included roles as an Intermediate and Senior Planner, to Team Leader.

Ben's expertise extends across reviewing and determining resource consent applications, serving as an expert witness, and training team members in digital resource consent processes. As a Planner with CoLab Planning since 2023, Ben continues to apply his planning and management skills.

Now residing in Oregon, USA, with his family, Ben enjoys outdoor adventures and family camping trips.

Location: Oregon, USA (Remote)
Email: benjamin.cunningham@colabplanning.co.nz