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The scented garden
While we tend to think of landscaping as a purely visual aesthetic, interpreting layers of colour and texture, our sense of smell can...
Jul 1, 20253 min read


How to bid for council work - successfully!
Working as a contractor or sub-contractor for councils can be an excellent way to ride the ups and downs of New Zealand’s residential...
Jul 1, 20253 min read


The power of apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are key to career pathways in landscaping, says Primary ITO Sector Manager Mark Orr, who has seen at first-hand the...
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Mitre 10 featured products
In the world of landscaping, where durability meets design, Future Post is making waves by turning New Zealand’s plastic waste into...
Jul 1, 20253 min read


Rooted in sustainability
In the dynamic world of landscape construction, where aesthetics often dominate the conversation, Kūmānu Environmental leads with...
Jul 1, 20253 min read


Changes to employment law
The Government has announced a range of changes to employment law, which could come into effect later in 2025. One change highly relevant...
May 1, 20252 min read


Mitre 10 featured products
Retaining walls are a fantastic way to transform your clients’ outdoor spaces, while adding value to their homes by creating more usable...
May 1, 20252 min read


Stop losing to cowboys - part 2
Lost out to a cowboy again? It’s always frustrating when that happens, especially when you know you’ve been undercut on price but not...
May 1, 20254 min read


How many of your projects require a consent - and do homeowners rely on you to know when one is needed?
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...
May 1, 20253 min read


Retaining wall learnings
An example of compliant retaining walls, constructed by Onlandscapes In October 2024, a complaint was filed against David Driver, a Brick...
May 1, 20254 min read


Get your tickets now!
Tickets are now on sale for the Landscapes of Distinction Awards (the Awards) dinner, held at The Hilton in Auckland. The Awards offer an...
May 1, 20252 min read


A true-blue garden
Gardens can be created from a wide or limited colour palette. In this article, Rebecca Hughes from Blue Mountain Nurseries shares some...
May 1, 20252 min read
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