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Paving Units - Part 1
Paving units of concrete, clay, brick, timber, stone or tile are popular and attractive options, though it’s essential they are installed...
Sep 1, 20215 min read


At what cost?
While they seem similar, there’s a big difference between health and income protection insurance. Builtin Insurance highlights the differenc
Sep 1, 20212 min read


First Draft of RMA
Natural and Built Environmental Act proposes to install regional planning committees Released as an ‘exposure draft’ in June, one of the...
Sep 1, 20212 min read


Staff shortage solutions scare
Landscapers and plant producers wanting to expand their businesses are frustrated with the difficulty in finding employees as a shortage...
Sep 1, 20213 min read


No Shots... Fired?
As the vaccination rollout ramps up throughout New Zealand, many business owners are wondering whether or not they will need to require
Sep 1, 20214 min read


Lockdown aids and Landscaping boom
Financial indicators and busy workloads seem to show Kiwis are spending more on home improvements – including landscaping – as a...
Sep 1, 20213 min read


How to plant trees which will last
Arborist Mark Roberts tells us how planting a tree requires a lot more than simply sticking it in the ground. Considering the tree’s...
Jul 1, 20214 min read


Certification changes in new Building Act
Landscapers should note changes in the revised Building Act, which are expected to bring stronger building product information...
Jul 1, 20212 min read


Timber shortage – real or perceived?
NZ Landscaper gets the rundown about the reality of the timber shortage, including Carter Holt Harvey’s decision to stop supplying some...
Jul 1, 20212 min read


Employee sick leave now ten days
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
Jul 1, 20211 min read


Landscape Views - Issue 8
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...
Jul 1, 20214 min read


RML sponsors and partners play key roles
This year saw the biggest-ever Young Landscaper of the Year and Landscapes of Distinction events, with the most-ever entrants across both...
Jul 1, 20213 min read
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