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landscape connectionWelcome to the September Edition of the LNA Landscape Connection Newsletter“To build lead and manage relationships to deliver optimum membership benefits”

September 2012

• Welcome New Members

• Event Dates for 2012

• Board and General Meetings – 2012 Dates

• LNA Xmas Party

• LNA Announce the 2012 winners

• Call to members to contribute to CPD

Development

• LNA Members Resource centre updates

• LNA Reward Program – Gold Pot & Coates

Hire announcement

• New Look LNA

• Landscape Modern Award Wage Rate update

• Kudos to Past President - Robert Stanton

• National Worldskills – LNA recognises material

donors

• “Green Walls Need Building Code Fire Hazard”

SMH Article

• City of Ryde Update - changes to urban forest

documentation

• Daily Telegraph Home liftout magazine –

Opportunity Knocks!

• Sita Organics

• Be part of the outdoor design source network -

new bookings closing off soon!

• LNA Online Trading Post

• Rates Book Edition 15 - Call for Information from

Affiliate Supplier Members

• MCA Business, Education & Training – WHS

• LNA Sponsorship Opportunities

• NGINA Events

• Careers – “Positions Vacant”

• LNA Headquarters

Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors

Growing the landscape industry together

Welcome New MembersNew Full Members: Moore Landscaping, Puddleton Cottage Gardens, Hunter Fencing & Landscaping

Event Dates for 2012 Thursday 25 October 5pm - LNA General Meeting Eco Outdoor, Brookvale

Friday 16 November 6.00pm - LNA Christmas Party proudly hosted Alpine Nurseries


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When: Thursday 25th October What time: 5pm Where : Eco Brookvale > 41 Mitchell Rd Brookvale RSVP: 28th September > [email protected]

We’d love to invite you to our Eco Brookvale LNA workshop night. It’s a great way to get across the latest information from the people working in your industry & meet the ECO team here as well. Drinks & food will be served prior to the workshop.

Alpine Nurseries and Michael Cooke> Planting for Sydney: A city by the water

Gardens at Night > The best way to show off your gardens at night

Cleaning and Sealing > Tips & Tricks to get the best out of your cleaning & sealing from Dry Treat and Simon Bailey

Mapei > What adhesive to use where : A quick update on Australian standards by Paul Buckley

Eco Outdoor > A preview of new stone flooring and walling products

So please join us for some informative workshops & drink & a man feast that’s just a little bit fancy. We really hope you can make it. Places are limited due to the workshop sizes so please RSVP by 28th September, max 2 attendees per company please.

JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF INSPIRATION, EDUCATION & A DRINK OR TWO

Board and General Meetings Board and General Meetings Thursday 25 October - To be proudly hosted by Platinum Sponsor Eco Outdoor at Brookvale

Board Meetings Change of Date - Thurdsay 25 October To be proudly hosted by Platinum Sponsor Eco Outdoor at Brookvale26 November

CANBERRA LANDSCAPER’S GATHERINGS FOR 2012 18 October22 November

No meeting to be held in December 2012 or January 2013.

Please contact Mick Burgess, Urban Contractors on 02 6249 1815 for further information

HUNTER SOCIAL MEETINGS FOR 2012 16 October20 November

No meeting to be held in December 2012 or January 2013.Please contact Malcolm Berry


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The outdoor space took centre stage at the Landscape NSW & ACT Ltd (LNA) Annual Landscape Excellence Awards Gala event, which was held at Doltone House Sydney to showcase the best in Residential and Commercial Landscape Construction. Over 400 Landscape Industry stakeholders gathered to celebrate the elite efforts and recognise excellence in LNA member contractors.

Landscape NSW & ACT (LNA) would like to formally thank Graham Ross (VMM, HMA, MAIH)for not only being the Master of Ceremonies at the Gala Awards night but more importantly, for being a great ambassador for the Landscaping Industry overall.

LNA President Robert Stanton of Regal Innovations formally welcomed distinguished guests including the Landscape Australia Incorporated LAI National Body President Steve Simpson, Member of Parliament Ray Williams and his wife Wendy, Leanne Croker and Robyn Willis editor and writer for the Daily Telegraph, LNA Board Members, Members, Sponsorship Partners and guests.

Robert Stanton LNA president of 2 years formally handed the role of President, to Ron Berkelmans of Good Manors Gardens and Pools.

As part of the LNA brand evolution we were excited to reveal a new Logo that has been developed & will now be implemented across the website and other key marketing material.

The Presidents Awards winner Tim Creer was recognised for his contribution to the industry. Since its inception Tim Creer has been a dedicated supporter of Landscape NSW- ACT. Tim for the past 30 years or more has freely shared his skill, experiences and expertise in landscape as a judge for the Landscape Construction Annual Awards programme. Many of our leading landscape designers and contractors in the state have benefited from his design lectures whilst he was a teacher in Landscape Design at Ryde Northern Sydney Institute of Further Education.

As a successful Architect, practicing Landscape Architect and Educator, Tim has made a significant contribution to the landscape industry and profession throughout NSW and the ACT.

Landscape NSW & ACT (LNA) announce that the Landscape Construction of the year award will now be aptly named in honour of Graham Ross (VMM, HMA, MAIH). The Landscape Construction of the year award for 2012 is Design Landscapes for the “Bunya” project located at Doonside NSW. Congratulations again to Mike Platt and his team.

Jarryd Hard of Furnass Landscaping was awarded the LNA Apprentice of the Year. This category is in line with the Associations belief in recognising young talent within the industry and the LNA development of a Continued Professional Development (CPD) accreditation programme.

Many thanks to the LNA Board and Awards Committee Members Dean Herald and Matt Cantwell, our distinguished Judging Panel, affiliated members, sponsorship partners, members and suppliers for supporting this important Association initiative and helping to grow the landscape industry together.

Landscape NSW & ACT (LNA) sponsorship partners include: Platinum Sponsors - Andreasens Green Wholesale Nurseries, Eco Outdoor, Universal Magazines, WesTrac , Coates Hire. Gold Sponsors - Alpine Nurseries, Amber Australia, MCA Business Education & Training, Nationwide Insurance Brokers, Dial a Product, Komatsu. Silver Sponsors - Plantmark, Sita Organics. Landscape Australia Expo – Exhibitions and Trade Fairs

Landscape NSW & ACT (LNA) support Suppliers include: Doltone House, Funkstar AAE Affiliated Entertainment. Microhire, RedHot Design, 4Community, Marketiers, Awards & More, The Paper Bag Co.

LNA Announce the 2012 Landscape Excellence Award Winners in Landscape Construction


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2012 Landscape Excellence Awards Winners and Projects

To view the winning projects go to http://www.landscapenswact.com.au/www/content/default.aspx?cid=793&fid=657

As a part of the LNA Members Reward Program, the $7,000.00 Pot of Gold which is a joint initiative with Andreasens Green was also drawn on the night with congratulations going to the Lucky winner, GJ’s Landscape.

Be sure to visit the new LNA website www.landscapenswact.com.au to find out more about how you could qualify to win the 2013 “Pot of Gold” which has now doubled to $14,000.00 and for terms & conditions

The awards night has always been a successful event which allows industry members to share their hard work, dedication and be recognised for excellence in their field. This year is no exception with Stuart Pittendrigh LNA Life Member and Judge of the awards, having this to say about the event.

“Congratulation LNA, for an outstanding 2012 Landscape Excellence Awards evening, the best ever. Great venue, images of the award winning projects and overall presentation was exceptional, makes you feel proud to be a member”

Be sure to save these important LNA dates:

2013 Landscape Excellence Awards - entries open - Tuesday 1 January 2013

2013 Awards Gala Dinner - Friday 30 August 2013

To become a Member or Sponsorship Partner of Landscape NSW & ACT Ltd (LNA) or for more information email [email protected] or call 02 9630 4844.

Media Contact: Joanne Aquilina (0407) 799 449 email: [email protected]

Images supplied by Jaded Images (0430) 791 495



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Call to Members to Contribute to CPD Development

Members Resource Centre Updates

As mentioned in the June edition of the landscape connection the LNA are developing a CPD program for it’s members and would like to provide members with the opportunity to contribute to this process. The scheme will be named “LNA Registered Landscape Professional”. Through the LNA Continue Development Program the “Registered Landscape Professionals” competencies will be continuously validated by their participation in the on-going professional development scheme. Members will accumulate points and will be encouraged to engage and participate in the activities such as: Membership subscription, attendance at general meetings, training workshops and seminars, Industry events and expo’s, formal study - reduced points for lower level studies, Professional contributions which include: articles, research, teaching, presentations on behalf of LNA. Annual awards participation - qualifying as a Finalists, Board Members, Committee Members.

Members please be advised that you will receive an email later this month on the draft program, your feedback would be appreciated.

Email: [email protected] no later than 26 October 2012.

LNA members can now login and view additional items that have been added to the Members Resource centre which include:

Concrete Association website links

Impact of the Carbon price to your business

Husqvarna Global Garden Report




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LNA Reward Program

Andreasens Green

The inaugural LNA Rewards Program - Andreasens Green ‘Pot of Gold’ was drawn as part of the 2012 LNA Excellence Awards celebrations.

We would like to congratulate Glenn Jurd of GJ’s LANDSCAPES who held the winning ticket, Purple E24 and who collected the $7,000 cash prize.

Landscape NSW & ACT (LNA) and Andreasens Green have worked together to bring LNA members a new improved program for 2012/13

The Green Team have contributed a further $7,000 worth of prizes, so the 2012/13 Andreasens Green ‘Pot of Gold’ will be valued at $14,000.

This program is currently underway and will run through until June 30, 2013.

The Andreasens Green ‘Pot of Gold’ 2012/13 will be drawn at the 2013 LNA excellence Awards.

Please find attached a copy of the Terms and Conditions for the 2012/13 Andreasens Green ‘Pot of Gold’.

Coates Hire is Australia’s largest equipment hire company with over 125 years experience in industry, supplying to a wide variety of markets including Engineering and Building Construction & Maintenance,

Mining & Resources, Manufacturing, Government, and Events.

With over 200 branches and satellite locations, their own maintenance and transport capability, Coates Hire is well positioned to satisfy the equipment hire needs of landscape contractors such as the LNA members.

That’s why the LNA have teamed up with Coates Hire our platinum sponsorship partner to deliver an additional membership benefit of a Coates Hire discount card, so qualifying members can now look forward to receiving a 10% discount off the trade list price of all Coates Hire products.

Qualifying members will receive their discount card in the mail together with the terms and conditions of the offer.

Should you like to know more about these great benefit for LNA Members, please email [email protected] or call (02) 9630 4844

DISCOUNT CARDPresent this card to receive a 10% discount on our PAR hire rates

New Look

The Landscape Contractors association renamed in 2011 & has since been known as Landscape NSW & ACT. (LNA). As part of the LNA brand evolution we are excited to reveal a new Logo that has been developed & will now be implemented across the website and other key marketing material. The logo, we trust you will agree, reflects & commands the authority of our landscaping peak body in both of these states.

Association Rationale: The brand is to demonstrate authority and industry leader presence. The sculpted LNA letters are contoured to represent the raw landscape, capturing a balanced combination of geometric lines and subtle flowing curves, demonstrating the naturally existing with the man-made inspired. The rich brown colour used is representative of the fertile soil that gives forth the lush greens of new growth. The introduction of the word ‘association’ is to further strengthen the brand by clearly identifying its state-wide authority and expertise.

We are confident that when the LNA brand is embraced by its members and included on vehicles & machinery, as well as other marketing collateral that it will most certainly assist in raising the profile of the association of landscape professionals to the consumer and collectively help to grow the entire industry as we move into another exciting chapter of our Association.

Many thanks to 4 Community for their assistance with the development of the the new LNA logo.




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Landscape Modern Award Wage Rate update

Kudos to Past LNA President – Robert Stanton

The Australian Federation of Employers and Industries have supplied an update for the Landscaping Industry Modern Award Wage rates which includes both the Building and Construction General On-Site Award 2010 and the Gardening and Landscaping Services Award 2010. LNA Members can login into the Members Resources on the website to download these documents.

The LNA can completely understand and appreciate the confusion surrounding the contingencies and award rates for apprentices, however it is not as simple as publishing the binding rates because this may mislead some employers.

The wage rates that are published in the wage rate schedule are accurate according to current Modern Award published wage rates. However the transitional provisions in schedule A of the Modern Award apply to apprentice wage rates also. This means that the transitional binding minimum rate of pay for an apprentice will depend on their pre modern award entitlements which depends on the industrial instrument that the employer was bound by before 2010.

We are currently in stage three of the transitional process in which employers fade out the difference between the old instruments and the modern award on 1 July 2014. We will have completed this transitional phase and all apprentices under this award will be paid a percentage of the Modern Award published rate. This will simplify the matter for both employers and employees.

The LNA look forward to continuing to supply these updates to its members.

Robert was appointed President of Landscape NSW & ACT Ltd (LNA) in 2010 when the not for profit industry Association required serious intervention and some clever foresight. Roberts motivation to intervene on a voluntary and financial basis, stemmed from his love of landscaping together with his desire to pay forward to an industry that has treated him well, over a career that has spanned more than 40 years. No doubting, far from conventional with his grass roots hands on approach, Robert pushed the boundaries, never one to back away from a challenge, he was instrumental in setting the Association on its current winning course.

2010 to current

The landscaping industries peak body in NSW & ACT (LNA) has seen a number of significant changes under Roberts leadership which include but are not limited to:

· The LCA office premises relocation from Bankstown to Parramatta CBD

· The name change of the Landscape Contractors Association of NSW & ACT to Landscape NSW & ACT

· A key Marketing and Public Relations individual was hired to oversee the introduction of an entirely new “Brand” together with the introduction of a logo and website

· Roberts HR and Management skills were highlighted with his innate ability to select the current LNA Team including: Board of Directors, Committee Members, an Executive Officer and staff who were out sourced from a diverse group of sectors and are now a collaboration of individuals with a mixture of exceptional skillsets working together toward a common goal.

· Continue Professional Development (CPD) Scheme – Together with the LNA Licensing and Accreditation Committee, Robert was instrumental in the development of the LNA Continued Professional Development (CPD) scheme for the landscaping industry. Through the LNA Continue Development Program the “Registered Landscape Professionals” competencies will being continuously validated by their participation in the on-going professional development scheme. The scheme will receive endorsement from NSW Department of Fair trading and should be rolled out to renewing LNA members in January 2013

· Robert recognised the importance of introducing a Mentoring Program for landscape contractors by tapping into the extensive depth of knowledge within the Association. To support and encourage contractors to manage their own learning in order that they may maximise their potential, develop their skills, improve their performance, build relationships and become the professional they want to be

· Membership and Sponsorship programs with measurable value and key benefits which have driven Membership growth. Seen the retention and rapid build in membership growth, with increases experienced in as much as 20% in 2011

· Reviewed, vetted and contributed to a complete revamp and update of the LNA Edition 15 of the Landscape Construction Rates Book




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· LNA Members are now pre-selected contractors for a number of state and local Government authorities.

Thank you Robert! The LNA Team can now look forward with a great platform that has been created for the Association to move into the next exciting chapter.

Robert is currently the serving LNA Vice President his portfolio includes: Treasurer, Staff & Sponsorship liaison.

WorldSkills Update 2012THANKYOU!

WorldSkills National Competition 30 Aug – 1 Sep to be held at Sydney Olympic Park article

Firstly, the LNA would like to sincerely thank all of our material donors for their absolutely fantastic support for the 2012 WorldSkills Australia National Competition. The contributors included: The Green Horticultural Group, Regal Innovations, Good Manors Pools and Gardens, Materials in the Raw, Dial a Product, Andrews Landscape Supplies, Millers Turf, and Andreasens Green Wholesale Nurseries. Without their support, the LNA would not have been able to facilitate the delivery of an event of this magnitude. Over $10million worth of product and equipment will bought into Sydney Showgrounds for the 2012 National Competition.

WorldSkills Australia (WSA) is a national, not-for-profit organisation (established since 1981) providing young Australians aged 23 and under the opportunity to gain new skills, compete against their peers in their chosen trade and fast track their skills and career development. WorldSkills challenges young Australians to strive for skills excellence and produces the best of the best in trade and/or skill-based careers. WSA is developing a new generation of business leaders and raising the standards of vocational education and training. The LNA endorses the objectives of Worldskills Australia and is proud to be a supporter.

A HUGE THANK YOU TO…

The Green Horticultural Group, Regal Innovations, Good

Manors Pools and Gardens, Materials in the Raw, Dial a

Product, Andrews Landscape Supplies, Millers Turf, and

Andreasens Green Wholesale Nurseries.




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SMH Article - Green Wall Possible Fire HazardA SYDNEY landscape architect is pushing for green walls to be regulated under building and fire safety codes after he recently saw one go up in flames at a local bar.

David Vago was at Arcadia Liquors in Redfern last month when a green wall, or vertical garden, caught alight in a semi-enclosed beer garden.

‘’I reckon it went up within five or six seconds,’’ he said. ‘’It jumped so quickly.’’

The fireman who responded to the incident said it was caused by a burning candle.

‘’A patron used a candle to light his cigarette and one of the ferns caught alight and it just raced up the wall,’’ a Redfern station officer, Matthew Murray, said.

Green walls are the latest trend in urban design and architecture, used to enliven blank facades and reduce the heat island effect in urban areas. The term refers to a wall that is partially or completely covered with vegetation.

The new One Central Park complex being constructed at Broadway will feature the world’s tallest green wall - 16 storeys in parts - using 100,000 plants.

Mr Vago, director of the Habitation firm, doubts green walls pose a risk if properly designed and maintained.

‘’But without regular maintenance, that costs a fortune, they’re a fire hazard,’’ he said.

‘’I can’t force people to look after their landscapes but unfortunately when you put a landscape on a building you’ve got other issues.’’

Industry stakeholders say, if done professionally, it is almost impossible for a green wall to catch alight.

The Greenwall Company director, Mark Paul, has fitted about 12 green walls in smoking areas at pubs and is confident his installations present no fire hazard.

‘’As long as there is healthy plant growth, a working irrigation system and an adequate maintenance regime, they are in fact the reverse, fire dampening,’’ he said.

It is ad hoc or imitation fixtures that are of concern.

‘’There are a lot of silk and plastic replicas of green walls around, and these are highly flammable, even more so with time,’’ Mr Paul said.

Bob Wong, who was at Arcadia Liquors the day of the fire, says the green wall was partially synthetic.

‘’We were all fascinated and went to touch it and it was plastic,’’ he said.

‘’I think the plants on the outside were real and maybe the ferns were real but the moss and some of the leaves were definitely plastic.’’

Fireman Murray did not see any irrigation system at the bar and believes the plants were hand-watered.

Mr Vago is concerned green walls are not, at present, subject to any legislation or building standards.

‘’Anyone can throw a green wall up without knowing what they’re doing,’’ he said.

He also fears they may not be maintained properly in big residential apartment blocks due to large strata costs.

A senior fire safety engineer at Defire Chris Jamieson said green walls are not directly addressed in the Building Code of Australia. But, he said, it is obvious they would present a risk if not managed properly.

‘’Dead or dry vegetation up the side of a building could certainly present a significant risk of fire spread,’’ he said.

The City of Sydney released a Green Roofs and Walls Strategy in June, including a cost-benefit study which it said will specifically investigate risks.

‘’The city will also set up a technical advisory panel to help develop its policy,’’ a spokesperson said. ‘’Potential fire hazards of green roofs and walls, which have been either incorrectly installed or badly maintained, will specifically be addressed by the expert panel.’’

Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/green-walls-need-building-code-to-reduce-fire-hazard-20120914-25xf1.html#ixzz27LajnjsM




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Changes to Tree Management Controls within the City of Ryde Daily Telegraph “HOME” lift

out MagazineOn 21 August 2012, the Council of the City of Ryde adopted three urban forest documents to guide the preservation and management of trees within the City.

These documents are:

• UrbanForestPolicy

• Part9.6TreePreservationoftheDevelopmentControlPlan(DCP) 2010

• TechnicalManual.

The documents will come into effect on Monday 1 October 2012.

Tree Permits

From Monday 1 October, residents will need to apply for a Tree Permit to:

• pruneatree

• removeatree

• alterthesoillevelsclosetoatree.

In general, a tree is covered by DCP 2010 Part 9.6 Tree Preservation if it is 5 metres tall or has a stem circumference of 450mm at 1.4 metres from ground level.

Some tree species and tree works will be exempt. If these exemptions apply then a resident may prune, remove or change the soil levels around a tree without making any kind of application. The current Notice of Intent process will no longer apply.

The requirement to obtain a Tree Permit before altering soil levels is new. Residents will be expected to calculate the tree protection zone area around their trees. Any amendment to levels within that zone will require a permit.

Development Application Approval

If a resident lives in a heritage conservation area or their property is listed as a heritage item they will need to obtain Development Application approval before starting any tree works.

A copy of the new documentation will be available at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/trees from mid September.

LNA Members Continue to send your “Before and After” stories

The LNA has recently had meetings with the Daily Telegraph

and specifically the ‘’Home’’ liftout magazine regarding forming

an ongoing media relationship with the LNA and it’s members.

This was a very promising meeting and the editor and writers

have asked us to go to you our members, to see if you have any

gardens that they would be interested in featuring.

It is the format of the magazine that the focus is on residential

gardens only at this point. They have particular interest in great

‘’before and after’’ stories. It is not about just the big and

glamorous though, if you read this magazine you would know

that they feature full gardens to courtyards, even what to do with

awkward side passages or shaded gardens or short stories like

how to heat a garden. Affiliate Supplier Members take note and

submit material on topics such as outdoor lighting, use of recycled

materials, paving, shade solutions etc.

So don’t just think about big and glossy, journalists are always

looking for an interesting angle. They like to be provided with

professional shots for the after shots at least but they are willing

to send their own photographer. You also have to bear in mind

that traditionally the designer of the garden receives more credit

than the contractor who installs the garden. If you designed the

solution then there will be no problem, if you did not then think

about how the article may be skewed in your favour or combined

acknowledgement with the designer.

We urge you to put your thinking caps on, if you think you have

a beautiful garden or an interesting angle no matter how large or

small then send your pictures to us, not too many pics, a couple

before if you have them and maximum of 6 of the completed, low

resolution to start with. The LNA Members who entered the 2012

Landscape Excellence Awards will be given priority and material

will be forwarded to the Daily Telegraph for consideration.

Email your material and expressions of interest to receive

10 tips on how to build a sucessful press kit to:

[email protected]




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Be Part of The Outdoor Design Source Network- New Bookings Closing Off Soon!

Rates Book Edition 15 - Call for Information from Affiliate Supplier Members

LNA Members make sure you don’t miss out on the next edition of Outdoor Design Source which allows your business to be part of the ODS Network of Print & Online.

Please contact to place your booking:

Emil Montibeler | Associate PublisherOutdoor Group - Universal Magazines Pty LtdUnit 5, 6-8 Byfield Street | North Ryde NSW 2113Ph: 02 9887 0310 | Mob: 0411 424 335 | Fax:02 9805 0748Email: [email protected] Web:www.outdoordesign.com.au | www.completehome.com.au

LNA Online Trading PostThe LNA trading post offers a great opportunity for LNA members to advertising surplus items and materials to other members. The online trading post is a great vehical and medium for members to utilise and gain explosure that is industry specific.

LNA - Edition 15 Rates Book - Exciting Advertising opportunity for Industry Stakeholders

LNA - Landscape NSW & ACT are excited to announce that in January 2013, Edition 15 of the Guideline Schedule of Rates for Landscape Works will be released.

Prior to this release date Landscape NSW & ACT encourage suppliers and affiliates to the industry to take advantage of the available advertising space to promote their business. Members of the association will receive a discounted advertising rate, please contact Sarah Leonard from Landscape NSW & ACT on (02)9630 4844 to discuss this opportunity.

Click here http://www.landscapenswact.com.au/files/gsbxrdczxf/01_LNA_MoodBoard_RatesBook_v5.pdf to download the advertising rates and artwork specifications

As a renewing member or becoming a new member in 2013, you will receive a copy which is included in the member benefits, however as a non-member a copy can be purchased for $300.00 from the Landscape NSW & ACT office by calling (02) 9634 4844 or email.




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WHS

LNA Sponsorship Opportunities

For all your WHS requirements contact: [email protected]

Phone: (02) 9521 3422 or visit www.melcrook.com.au

Landscape NSW & ACT Ltd values the partnerships it has established with leading suppliers of goods and services to the landscape industry. Prospective sponsors seeking information about how to sponsor Landscape NSW & ACT activities may contact the LNA sponsorship chairman Dr Jim Taggart (OAM) at [email protected] or Joanne Aquilina at [email protected]

NGINA EventsOCTOBER Date Region

1st Labour Day Holiday

9th Dubbo Trade Day

16th Sydney Trade Day

16th Newcastle Trade Day

25th eBusiness Workshop - Pilot Event

30th Wagga Wagga Trade Day

NOVEMBER Date Region

1st ChemCert Training, Rouse Hill

6th Sydney Trade Day

13th Dubbo Trade Day

20th Newcastle Trade Day

23rd Awards Spectacular

For further information please contactNursery & Garden Industry NSW & ACT (ABN 36 001 075 574)344-348 Annangrove Road (PO Box 3013), Rouse Hill NSW 2155Telephone:0296791472•Fax:0296791655http://www.ngina.com.au/Calendar?Action=View&Calendar_id=1

Current Positions VacantInsight Landscapes is currently seeking for the below positions for their busy construction based company in South West Sydney.

LANDSCAPE DESIGNER/CO-ORDINATOR

The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills and be well presented. Good computer skills and the ability to work with clients, potential clients and our team.

TILER

Full time position is available, must have minimum 5 years experience, must have skills in all aspects of tiling. Skills in general landscape construction would be good but not required. Must have car license and green card.

APPRENTICE 3RD OR 4TH YR LANDSCAPERApplicant must be punctual, reliable, hard working and willing to carry out and learn all areas of landscape construction.

Must have drivers license and car.

Please forward resume showing experience & qualifications to:

Email: [email protected]

Fax: 02 4648 0199

Jamie Miller Landscapes Pty Ltd www.jmlandscapes.com.au

ExPERIENCED LANDSCAPE TRADESPERSON/LEADING HAND

Full time - Sutherland Shire based, however work across Sydney

About Us: We specialise in residential landscapes and playspaces within childcare facilities. We do everything ‘outdoors’ including retaining walls, paving, decks, plants, outdoor class rooms, pegolas and pool surrounds.

About You: Must be qualified and experienced in all aspects of landscaping - hard and soft. Some experience in managing projects and staff, an advantage. Essential qualities are a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Bobcat and excavator tickets an advantage and must have a drivers licence and own transport.

Please email details, resume or questions to [email protected]

1ST YEAR APPRENTICE

Full time - Sutherland Shire based, however work across Sydney

About Us: We specialise in residential landscapes and playspaces within childcare facilities. We do everything ‘outdoors’ including retaining walls, paving, decks, plants, outdoor class rooms, pegolas and pool surrounds.

Please contribute any news you think would be of interest to members and the broader landscaping

community for future editions of Landscape Connection to [email protected]

Please feel free to visit the new LNA Headquarters

456 Church Street, Parramatta

Phone: (02) 9630 4844 Fax: (02) 9630 4877Email: [email protected]: www.landscapenswact.com.au

Disclaimer: LNA makes every effort to ensure accuracy within this document and accepts human fallibility.© – This Newsletter is deemed the intellectual property of Landscape NSW & ACT and may only be reproduced with written consent.


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About You: Must have a strong interest in having a career in landscape construction. Must have a drivers licence and own transport. We can teach you to become a great tradesperson. Essential qualities are a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Please email details, resume or questions to [email protected]

Dimension Gardenscape

Landscape Construction Leading Hand

Full Time position based in Queanbeyan, serving all ACT and region

About Us: We are a small company with a solid portfolio of residential projects in the ACT region. Our projects include paving, blockwork, sleeper walls, rock work, soil enhancement and planting. Also coordinating subcontractors for earthwork, carpentry, plumbing and electrical, among others.

About You: Must be experienced in Leading Hand role.

Your role will include client liaison, project programming and site management, team coordination and quality assurance. You will be supported by experienced and hands-on management. The crew are all trained or in traineeship, with between 1 and 5 years experience.

Horticulture Certificate qualifications and machinery tickets are a benefit but not essential. Local experience in landscape construction preferred.

Salary will be based on experience and qualifications - good rewards for good results.

Good presentation and attitude essential.

Must have own transport.

Email your details to Greg at [email protected]

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