Tribunal finds arborist liable
An arborist has been ordered to pay $1,450 after they were found liable for breach of contract following a dispute with a client The...
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Nov 1, 20222 min read
Primary ITO training transfers to Te Pūkenga
Primary ITO has joined forces with institutes of technology, polytechnics and industry training organisations to form one national...
Aug 31, 20222 min read
Simpro's new mates
Software-as-a-service solutions provider simPRO has announced a partnership with suicide awareness, prevention and support programme...
Jul 1, 20222 min read
Apprenticeships Re-boosted!
Primary ITO chief executive Nigel Philpott says the $230m Apprenticeship Boost extension will help future proof the sector Apprentices...
May 1, 20222 min read
Rewarding industry attracts fresh faces
While the landscaping labour shortage continues to hurt businesses, increasing numbers of apprentices may help to ease the burden in...
Mar 1, 20222 min read
Stay up to speed with greener requirements
The Government has introduced stringent new requirements on the construction industry, but will that filter through to landscaping? The...
Mar 1, 20223 min read
Resene names its Maestros
2021’s Colour Maestros have been recognised for their innovative use of colour at the annual Resene awards ceremony Auckland Council...
Jan 1, 20224 min read
Learning the hard way
NZ Landscaper reviews a judgement from the Dispute Tribunal handed down following a major dispute on a $59,000 landscaping job...
Nov 1, 20214 min read
Favourable Forecast
New Zealand economist Tony Alexander takes a close look at current and future spending trends and how they might affect landscapers New...
Sep 1, 20213 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
Lockdown aids and Landscaping boom
Financial indicators and busy workloads seem to show Kiwis are spending more on home improvements – including landscaping – as a...
Jul 1, 20212 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, 20211 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...
May 1, 20212 min read
Ensure extra stock is insured
If you are stockpiling items in high demand and short supply, such as fence and decking timber, make sure you are insured. Ben Rickard...
May 1, 20211 min read
Show your true colours!
The Resene Total Colour Awards, which recognise outstanding use of colour, are open until 30 June, with various categories and prizes to...
Mar 1, 20212 min read
Update on training
The new nationwide Institute of Skills and Technology should be in place from the end of 2022 – until then, Primary ITO will continue to...
Dec 1, 20205 min read
Positive Prospects For Landscaping
The Covid-19 lockdowns halted most of our economy instantly, while global travel restrictions have removed international tourism for at...
Dec 1, 20204 min read
Green Grass of Home
Manicured lawns are highly prized by many homeowners and can add value to a property through aesthetic appeal and ease of maintenance –...
Oct 1, 20203 min read
The Home-Nest Impact of a Global Pandemic
Experts predicted a big fall in home spending following the Covid-19 outbreak. They were wrong. Economist Tony Alexander explains why...
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