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Legendary Status
John Roper One of New Zealand’s paving entrepreneurs, John Roper started off as a paving contractor more than 50 years ago and built the...
Nov 1, 20242 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


What type of landscaping requests do you get specific to your region? (Possibly due to weather)?
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...
Nov 1, 20243 min read


Sponsors key to RML success
For the first time, the Young Landscaper of the Year (YLOY) competition was run independently of Landscapes of Distinction – and it...
Nov 1, 20243 min read


Best azaleas for any garden!
Azaleas are easy care plants requiring little maintenance, which offer a magnificent splash of colour in winter and spring gardens....
Nov 1, 20244 min read


Mitre 10 Featured Products
Mitre 10 offers every product landscapers might need – from paving to decking to plants and everything in between. Check out our top...
Nov 1, 20244 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, 20245 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...
Nov 1, 20242 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


YLOY profile – Jarod Anderson
Jarod Anderson is a little different to the usual Young Landscaper of the Year entrant as he’s the only competitor to run his own...
Sep 13, 20241 min read


YLOY profile – Sean Pearless
Sean Pearless can thank his upbringing for his connection to the outdoors, and although he took a longer route to the industry than some...
Sep 11, 20241 min read


YLOY profile – Ryan Harris
Some young landscapers were born with green thumbs, others found theirs later in life. That’s true of Second Nature Senior Landscaper...
Sep 11, 20241 min read
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