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Jan 1, 20252 min read
Landscapes of distinction updates
Registered Master Landscapers chair Janet Clarke shares changes to this year’s Landscapes of Distinction competition Feedback from our...


Nov 1, 20245 min read
How to protect personal assets when starting a business
It’s the dream of many young landscapers to one day start their own business. In this article, Sprintlaw reveals how to manage some of...


Nov 1, 20242 min read
Young talent shines bright
The 2024 Prebble Young Landscaper of the Year competition was a “true test of skill and character”, says winner Jarod Anderson This...


Sep 3, 20242 min read
Ensuring compliance for retaining wall barriers
Get the right compliant solution for your project that complements the landscape, at an affordable rate! As residential development in...


Sep 2, 20244 min read
Fencing 101
Building a fence might seem straightforward but there are a number of consent issues to consider. Understand whether your client needs a...


Sep 2, 20243 min read
Tips for getting paid on time - part 2
Late or bad payers can have a serious impact on a business’ cashflow, affecting its ability to cover staff wages or pay for materials in...


Sep 2, 20243 min read
Creating green walls with climbers and fedges
Many new-build and land packages focus on maximising build space, while reducing planting space, which can result in small, impersonal...


Sep 2, 20242 min read
The lease you can do
Get the equipment you need when you need it with flexible leases from Brandt In the contracting industry, the timelines are short and...


Sep 2, 20243 min read
Building networks to break down barriers
Building relationships and fostering a sense of belonging is the name of the game for the 2024 Women in Construction meet up, says Queens...


Sep 2, 20243 min read
What’s your experience with fencing regulations?
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...


Sep 2, 20243 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, 20245 min read
A humble role model
Thirty years ago, when women in landscaping were even fewer and further between, Megan Wilson had dreams of starting her own business....


Sep 2, 20242 min read
Your one-stop irrigation solutions shop
Landscapers rely on their tools to transform outdoor spaces into aesthetically pleasing, sustainable green areas. Ensuring proper...


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


Sep 2, 20243 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, 20242 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, 20243 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, 20244 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...
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