While the landscaping labour shortage continues to hurt businesses, increasing numbers of apprentices may help to ease the burden in...

The Government has introduced stringent new requirements on the construction industry, but will that filter through to landscaping? The...

2021’s Colour Maestros have been recognised for their innovative use of colour at the annual Resene awards ceremony Auckland Council...

NZ Landscaper reviews a judgement from the Dispute Tribunal handed down following a major dispute on a $59,000 landscaping job...

New Zealand economist Tony Alexander takes a close look at current and future spending trends and how they might affect landscapers New...

Landscapers and plant producers wanting to expand their businesses are frustrated with the difficulty in finding employees as a shortage...

Financial indicators and busy workloads seem to show Kiwis are spending more on home improvements – including landscaping – as a...

Landscapers should note changes in the revised Building Act, which are expected to bring stronger building product information...

NZ Landscaper gets the rundown about the reality of the timber shortage, including Carter Holt Harvey’s decision to stop supplying some...

Landscaping business owners and employees should note parliament has passed legislation meaning minimum sick leave entitlement is to become ten days per year from July 24 – doubling the current five days per year entitlement The update follows the passing of the Holidays (Increasing Sick Leave) Amendment Bill, which gained assent on May 24 2021. Most employees who have worked for an employer for six months or over are entitled to sick leave if they, or a dependent, are sick o

If you are stockpiling items in high demand and short supply, such as fence and decking timber, make sure you are insured. Ben Rickard...

The Resene Total Colour Awards, which recognise outstanding use of colour, are open until 30 June, with various categories and prizes to...

The new nationwide Institute of Skills and Technology should be in place from the end of 2022 – until then, Primary ITO will continue to...

The Covid-19 lockdowns halted most of our economy instantly, while global travel restrictions have removed international tourism for at...

Manicured lawns are highly prized by many homeowners and can add value to a property through aesthetic appeal and ease of maintenance –...

Experts predicted a big fall in home spending following the Covid-19 outbreak. They were wrong. Economist Tony Alexander explains why...

With much attention focused on the potential economic impact of Covid-19, PlaceMakers shares some insights based on its own experience –...

The New Zealand concrete industry is halfway towards meeting its target of a 30% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions by 2030, spelling...

A select panel has examined the Resource Management Act to identify areas of weakness and suggest potential improvements. The panel’s...

Residential construction continues to pump out new housing developments and living spaces, each of which bring their own guidelines for...