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Stats give grounds for optimism
Landscapers could find business improving over the next 12 months, with data released by Stats NZ and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand...
Jul 12 min read


Reach for the stars
Landscaping is more than just curb appeal – it’s a powerful tool in achieving a more sustainable environment One area in which...
Jul 13 min read


Getting paid: load the odds in your favour
Clients withholding payment is every landscapers’ worst nightmare. But there are ways you can make this scenario less likely, says Next...
Jul 14 min read


How to be an award-winning landscaper
The most impressive landscape builds aren’t just the result of good design and execution – they come from businesses set up to deliver...
Jul 12 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 12 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 14 min read


The best contract management systems - part 2
Many businesses hire contractors – but managing what is sometimes a chaotic process can quickly get messy. In the second part of this...
May 14 min read


Stop losing to cowboys - Part 1
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...
Mar 33 min read


The best contract management systems
Many businesses hire contractors to help with their workload – but managing what is sometimes a chaotic process can quickly get messy. In...
Mar 34 min read


A few changes announced
The Government has announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), which will be rolled out throughout 2025. Immigration...
Mar 32 min read


Wow clients and dominate your niche
It sounds so easy: go out on your own; provide excellent service; get happy clients, referrals, repeat work, five-star reviews: and build...
Jan 1, 20254 min read


Becoming a better bidder - part 2
Bidding for jobs can be challenging, especially when you’re starting out. As we heard during the Prebble 2024 Young Landscaper of the...
Jan 1, 20256 min read


Become a better bidder
Bidding for jobs can be challenging, especially when you’re starting out. As we heard during the Prebble 2024 Young Landscaper of the...
Nov 1, 20243 min read


A design for success
Jon Muller is a Registered Master Landscaper who specialises in design. In this article, he shares what he’s learned about design work...
Nov 1, 20244 min read


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...
Sep 2, 20243 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


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


The secret to success?
Business success isn’t always due to having the best product or service. Sometimes it boils down to the mindset of the owner. In this...
Jul 1, 20245 min read


To renew or not to renew
Businesses that became accredited employers in 2022 will soon need to decide if they want to maintain their accreditation status....
Jul 1, 20243 min read


Inland Revenue says 'cut your excuses and sort your tax'
In a last chance warning to the construction sector, Inland Revenue is telling businesses and sole traders to do the right thing and get...
May 20, 20242 min read
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