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Green Strategy
From sales and marketing maestro to health and fitness, hospitality, and real estate, Brendon Fox’s journey into landscaping hasn’t followed a traditional path. But it’s precisely that diversity of experience that’s shaped the ethos of Green Fox, the Wanaka-based business he co-directs with his wife, Sarah Fox Brendon’s early years were grounded in small business and brand strategy – and it shows in the way he approaches landscape design and delivery with care, foresight and
Nov 1, 20254 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


The rest is history
Jack Cooke, the founder and owner of Ridge Projects, wasn’t thinking of becoming a landscaper when he chose a degree in history – but...
May 1, 20254 min read


Cultivating connections
Greenscapes director Craig Thomas is driven by relationships – both within his own business and with the other businesses and people who...
Mar 3, 20254 min read


Diva Landscapes have something to sing about
Diva Landscapes director Simon Leversedge is too humble to sing his own praises – although he doesn’t really have to. Two Landscapes of...
Jan 1, 20254 min read


The man involved with it all
David Sole is the latest person to be handed a RML Legacy Award. From building a business to helping run industry organisations, David...
Nov 1, 20242 min read


In the blood
Chris Goom’s landscaping legacy can be traced back to his grandfather, who gave him three pieces of advice that shaped him to this day –...
Nov 1, 20242 min read


An unexpected yet rewarding journey
Despite being a fully trained landscaper when he migrated to New Zealand, Robert Luijten was prepared to leave that world behind him....
Nov 1, 20242 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, 20245 min read
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