The Front Garden

Mar 05 2025 106 ep. 43 mins 29
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Landscaping Victoria brings you the latest in landscaping news, trends, and ideas by sharing some stories from people within the industry to help make your landscaping career a little easier. 
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Building Pools, Building Business with Scott Tymkin | The Front Garden EP116

Mar 05 2025 41 mins  
In this episode… Chris chats with Scott Tymkin, Director of Enkipools. Scott shares his journey from landscaping to leading a high-end pool construction business. He delves into industry challenges, the importance of process-driven operations, financial planning, and trends shaping the future of pool building. Key Takeaways The early years working with Ian Barker and the transiti

Landscaping Smarter, Not Harder with Simon Rosa | The Front Garden EP115

Feb 19 2025 38 mins  
In this episode… Chris is joined by Simon Rosa from Simon Rosa Landscaping. He shares his journey from landscaping apprentice to business owner, tackling everything from regional growth to staffing challenges and large-scale project management. He discusses the shift towards high-end landscaping in regional Victoria and the importance of balancing design, construction, and mainte

Plants with Purpose: Urban Greening with Claire Farrell | The Front Garden EP114

Feb 07 2025 34 mins  
In this episode… Chris Weiss sits down with Associate Professor Claire Farrell, Director of the Burnley Campus at The University of Melbourne, to explore the role of plants in solving urban challenges. Claire shares her journey from studying plant ecology and dryland salinity to pioneering research in green infrastructure, green roofs, and low-maintenance plantings. Key takeaways

The Future of Horticulture with Matt Mansfield | The Front Garden EP113

Dec 04 2024 36 mins  
In this episode… Chris Weiss sits down with Matt Mansfield to explore the cutting-edge world of plant propagation and the future of horticulture. From Mansfield Propagation Nurseries’ 70+ year history to their state-of-the-art tissue culture lab and automation technologies, Matt shares insights into managing a large-scale nursery business. This episode offers a behind-the-scene

From Apprenticeship to Thriving Business Owner: Growing a Career in Horticulture with Cameron Hainsworth | The Front Garden Podcast EP 112

Nov 21 2024 35 mins  
In this episode… Chris Weiss is back and sits down with Cameron Hainsworth of Abcam Horticulture to explore his journey from casually working in nurseries to founding a thriving horticultural business. Cam shares insights on building a solid foundation in horticulture through apprenticeship and industry experience, the evolution of Abcam’s unique service packages, and the impor

From Graphic Design to Garden Design: Creativity, Client Relationships, and Building a Thriving Solo Business with Ros McCully | The Front Garden EP 111

Nov 06 2024 42 mins  
Landscape designer Ros McCully shares her career journey from graphic design to successful landscape design with stand-in host Ritchie Hinton. Ros offers insights into balancing creativity, client collaboration, and sustainable practices. She highlights the importance of industry connections and adapting plant choices to fit clients’ needs and Victoria’s climate. 🔔 Subscribe

From Mowers to Million-Dollar Maintenance: The Evolution of Blue Ridge Property Maintenance with Mathew Wandmaker | EP110

Oct 23 2024 41 mins  
Richie Hinton fills in for Chris in this episode of The Front Garden. He sits down with Mathew Wandmaker, a Board member of Landscaping Victoria and the owner of Blue Ridge Property Maintenance. Mathew shares his inspiring journey from working in the banking sector to founding a thriving garden maintenance business. He dives into the challenges and triumphs of starting small, his d

Marketing Tips for Landscaping Professionals with Lauren Bianchi | The Front Garden EP109

Oct 09 2024 38 mins  
In this episode… In this episode of The Front Garden, guest host Ritchie Hinton steps in for Chris Weiss to chat with Lauren Bianchi, Marketing and Communications Officer at Landscaping Victoria, about marketing strategies for landscaping professionals. Lauren shares her background in marketing and communications, her journey to Landscaping Victoria, and provides valuable insight

Landscapes Reimagined: From Backyards to Botanical Gardens with Wayne De Klijn | The Front Garden EP108

Sep 25 2024 37 mins  
In this episode… Special guest host Richie Hinton, CEO of Landscaping Victoria, interviews Wayne De Klijn from AQL Landscape Design. Wayne shares his journey from interior landscaping to running a diverse landscape architecture and construction business. He discusses his approach to various projects, from botanical gardens to urban spaces, emphasising the importance of adaptabili

Cultivating Diversity in Trades: Insights from Abby Kempe of Tradeswomen Australia | The Front Garden EP107

Sep 11 2024 36 mins  
In this episode… Chris Weiss chats with Abby Kempe from Tradeswomen Australia (TWA), who shares insights on promoting gender diversity in the trades industry. Abby discusses TWA's role as a social enterprise, emphasising the importance of education and cultural change in creating inclusive workplaces. She explores the challenges and opportunities in attracting and retaining women