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Fencing 101

Building a fence might seem straightforward but there are a number of consent issues to consider. Understand whether your client needs a...

A humble role model

Thirty years ago, when women in landscaping were even fewer and further between, Megan Wilson had dreams of starting her own business....

YLOY levels the field

The 2024 Young Landscaper of the Year (YLOY) competition will include, for the first time ever, a Softscape Practitioner Outstanding...

YLOY profile – Mania Atkins

Mania Atkins is Second Nature’s Senior Team Leader for Garden Care and was encouraged to enter the 2024 Young Landscaper of the Year...

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Ensuring compliance for retaining wall barriers

Get the right compliant solution for your project that complements the landscape, at an affordable rate! As residential development in...

Regulation

Fencing 101

Building a fence might seem straightforward but there are a number of consent issues to consider. Understand whether your client needs a...

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Tips for getting paid on time - part 2

Late or bad payers can have a serious impact on a business’ cashflow, affecting its ability to cover staff wages or pay for materials in...

Technical

Creating green walls with climbers and fedges

Many new-build and land packages focus on maximising build space, while reducing planting space, which can result in small, impersonal...

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The lease you can do

Get the equipment you need when you need it with flexible leases from Brandt In the contracting industry, the timelines are short and...

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Building networks to break down barriers

Building relationships and fostering a sense of belonging is the name of the game for the 2024 Women in Construction meet up, says Queens...

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What’s your experience with fencing regulations?

This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...

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Don't get screwed by labour costs!

When you're in the landscaping game, a key part of getting your quote right is figuring out your labour costs accurately. It's not just...

RML Profile

A humble role model

Thirty years ago, when women in landscaping were even fewer and further between, Megan Wilson had dreams of starting her own business....

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Your one-stop irrigation solutions shop

Landscapers rely on their tools to transform outdoor spaces into aesthetically pleasing, sustainable green areas. Ensuring proper...

Technical

Functional fences

Fences, screens and walls are fundamental aspects of landscape design and construction, defining borders, creating spaces and providing...

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Time bar saves ‘negligent’ council

A win for Tasman Council at the Court of Appeal against a $271,000 negligence verdict highlights the value that builders and landscapers...

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Season-long insect control

Outstanding control of home lawn and garden pests just got even easier thanks to ACELEPRYN® GR ACELEPRYN® GR insecticide provides...

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Maintaining pervious surfaces

Permcon permeable concrete provides a hardwearing course for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, while acting as filter system for...

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Mitre 10 Featured products

Mitre 10 offers every product landscapers might need – from paving to decking to fencing to plants and everything in between. Check out...

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YLOY levels the field

The 2024 Young Landscaper of the Year (YLOY) competition will include, for the first time ever, a Softscape Practitioner Outstanding...

Technical

Don’t blow me over!

While we can’t change New Zealand’s gusty climate, there’s plenty we can do to minimise its impact. Clever siting of buildings, modifying...