Landscape Contractor Magazine - May - June 2025

Landscape CONTRACTOR

The effect American politics has on the Wide Brown Land - and those who care for it - is frustrating.

Plunge pool

Marc Worner advocates pooling resources.

Facing the challenges

There will always be challenges, both generic and unique, to any enterprise or industry sector. John Gabriele points out the trick in overcoming those challenges lies in being able to read the landscape and plan for contingencies.

Phytophthora

Jonathan Garner dishes the dirt on soil-borne identities.

Hustler Super Z HyperDrive Rear Discharge

With a groundspeed up to an amazing 25.7kph and a 45L fuel capacity, Hustler's Super Z HyperDrive can deal with a great deal of work in a very short time. Landscape Contractor took the big zero turn for a run and came away very impressed.

STIHL Kombi Tools

As the vibrant colours of autumn give way to the crisp chill of winter, landscapers face the dual challenge of seasonal clean-up and preparation for the colder months. STIHL Kombi tools offer the perfect solution, combining versatility, efficiency, and reliability to tackle any landscaping task with ease.

Kobelco and Gingex

Kobelco machinery has played a big part in one Brisbane-based landscaper's journey to success.

EcoTeq Mean Green EcoMow R96

The EcoMow R96 zero turn has been meticulously crafted to support the unique needs of local governments and facilities-maintenance contractors who maintain expansive outdoor spaces. After a day of testing the R96, Blue Ridge Property Maintenance's Mat Wandmaker was a big fan.

Masport MC900 chipper

The perfect solution for maintaining gardens or lifestyle blocks.

Hustler Super 104

A remarkable piece of heavy-duty machinery that offers a range of features and benefits, the Hustler Super 104 is an ideal choice for municipality managers who need to operate in Australia's wide range of environmental conditions.

Merlo M700 Cingo

The ultimate compact tracked carrier.

Keeping operators cool

The Cat® 301.8 mini excavator is the first model in the range to have a sealed cab with air-conditioning, a valuable asset in the harsh Australian climate.

Excavation made easier

The Ditch Witch AX30-300 allows optimum productivity for contractors needing excavation.

JCB 19C-1E electric mini excavator

The lease you can do

Get the equipment you need when you need it with flexible leases from Brandt.

LiuGong facility creates electric feeling Down Under

A recent visit to LiuGong's Global Research and Development Centre in southern China by the company's Australian distributor has further reinforced the manufacturer's market lead for the introduction of a wide range of electrically powered equipment DownUnder.

Bobcat and All Class Training

All Class Training is an RTO and preferred supplier of industry training and assessment services for EWP, forklift and other heavy machinery in Newcastle and throughout NSW. The company's purpose-built training facility on the NSW central coast isn’t far from the Clark Equipment depot - the home of Bobcat equipment.

Building the future, together

Trevor Schwenke, CEO at WorldSkills Australia, joins Landscape Contractor as a regular contributor, keeping us updated on WorldSkills Australia's activities and successes.

Hitachi and Designer Image

A company which sticks with Hitachi, and which is still very much 'in the pink'.

Kress Commercial Chainsaws

Cutting-Edge Performance

Diamond Mini Brush Cutter Pro X

The latest innovation from Diamond Mowers isn't just raising the bar – it's setting a new standard for stand-on performance.

Honda's new generation of izyON™ battery lawnmowers

The Honda HRG466 and HRG416 come equipped with all you need for a better-looking lawn, offering quiet, clean and powerful performance with zero-emissions.

Trafic and Master

Renault has a full range of capable commercial vehicles, but for landscapers, the frontrunners are the two hardworking vans: Trafic and Master.

Take control of fuel expenses with WEX Motorpass

Fuel is one of the biggest costs for businesses operating vehicles, but managing it should not be difficult.

Turning tyres Into opportunity

The environmental importance of upcycling tyre rubber and A1 Rubber's leadership in the field.

STIHL Australia

Revolutionising Dealer support with the Commercial Sales Team

The Cushman Hauler ProX

An all-electric UTV that works as hard as you do.

Machinery and equipment maintenance

Anna Turner highlights the importance of caring for equipment and taking steps to avoid an expensive malfunction.

Downtime covered

One of the biggest challenges for small business and sole-trader enterprises is surviving the tough times. And injury or illness can bring on the toughest times of all. But there's a way to hugely reduce the stress and huge financial loss that 'being crook' can cause.

Ready to sharpen your skills and stand out from the crowd?

The Landscape Association (TLA) is continuing to champion industry growth and professionalism for members, apprentices and the industry as a whole.

Great work in, and by, SA

Master Landscapers of South Australia (MLSA) CEO Chris Wiltshire has some tips for setting up with an apprentice, and shares a big SA achievement

Fresh ideas in WA Landscape Awards

The Landscaping Industry Association of WA (LIAWA) has set a date for this year's biggest celebration of WA's landscaping industry.

The Front Garden

Real talk for real landscapers.