Since 2003 Chikarovski & Associates have provided a high level of government relations advice and government lobbying to a broad spectrum of clients. Founding Director Kerry Chikarovski held a variety of distinguished portfolios during her twelve years in parliament including Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Corrective Services and the Enivronment, Minister for the Status of Women and Leader of the NSW Opposition from 1998-2002. Kerry and her team have an in-depth understanding of the bureaucracies, policy development and procedures of local, state and federal government. Chikarovski & Associates advise across a range of industry sectors on policy and regulatory issues, as well as in relation to major projects and procurement. Areas include; banking and finance, infrastructure, construction and property, transport, energy and natural resources, health, nutrition, sport and manufacturing.