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Functional fences
Fences, screens and walls are fundamental aspects of landscape design and construction, defining borders, creating spaces and providing...
Sep 2, 20244 min read


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...
Sep 2, 20243 min read


Season-long insect control
Outstanding control of home lawn and garden pests just got even easier thanks to ACELEPRYN® GR ACELEPRYN® GR insecticide provides...
Sep 2, 20242 min read


Maintaining pervious surfaces
Permcon permeable concrete provides a hardwearing course for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, while acting as filter system for...
Sep 2, 20243 min read


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...
Sep 2, 20243 min read


YLOY levels the field
The 2024 Young Landscaper of the Year (YLOY) competition will include, for the first time ever, a Softscape Practitioner Outstanding...
Sep 2, 20243 min read


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...
Sep 2, 20244 min read


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...
Aug 27, 20241 min read


Job costing unveiled part II
In Issue 25 of NZ Landscaper, we heard from Simpro on what job costing is and how to streamline the process. Now, it’s time to explore...
Jul 1, 20243 min read


YLOY 2024 launched!
The Young Landscaper of the Year 2024 details have been announced! This year’s competition will be held at the Wellington Botanic Gardens...
Jul 1, 20243 min read


Tips for getting paid on time
Late or bad payers can have a serious impact on a business' cashflow, effecting its ability to pay for materials and staff wages. In the...
Jul 1, 20245 min read


Recycling hydro excavation waste
Sustainable Sand and Stone (SSS) is a business born through the desire to carry out hydro-excavation in a more sustainable way – and the...
Jul 1, 20242 min read
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