Join hosts Chris and Tyson as they chat with Thami Croeser, a passionate advocate for integrating green life into urban spaces. Thami discusses his passion for turning streets into eco-friendly havens, emphasizing the global trend of cities replacing parking spaces with green streets for the cooling, biodiversity and mental health benefits.

He shares insights on standards for urban greenery, the role of landscapers in driving change, and the challenges he's faced in pushing for greener urban environments.

Don't miss this insightful episode on the potential of green streets to reshape cities and create a more sustainable, vibrant urban landscape.

EPISODE LINKS:
Dr Thami Croeser: Linkedin Profile
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

Join hosts Chris and Tyson as they explore the vibrant world of landscape design with guest speaker Scott Leung. From surveying to discovering a love for horticulture, Scott shares his journey, including landing his first job in the industry with Rick Eckersley and the mentorship experience. Explore the dynamic Eckersley office, where a team of six designers handle diverse projects, alongside their four office dogs!

Discover Scott's design philosophy, emphasizing the importance of site visits and exploring alternative plant choices. Whether you're an aspiring designer or a nature enthusiast, this episode offers a concise yet enriching exploration of Scott Leung's expertise and the art of crafting beautiful outdoor spaces. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and valuable insights!

EPISODE LINKS:
Eckersley Garden Architecture - https://e-ga.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

Chris and Tyson review the year that was, both from an industry and podcasting perspective. They then gaze into their crystal ball to speculate on 2024 and how that will shape up for the industry, as well as answer questions from listeners received via our SpeakPipe messaging service! 

You too can pose a question for the lads to answer, or make a suggestion for a guest you'd like to hear from in 2024 via this link https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/media/the-front-garden-podcast  

EPISODE LINKS:
Formation Landscapes: https://www.formationlandscapes.com.au/
Signature Landscapes: https://www.signature-landscapes.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

If you are new to the industry or starting up a business, tune in to hear from one of the best in the industry. Learn how the client onboarding and design process takes place, and how you can be a better designer overall, as Chris and Tyson chat to Darin Bradbury from MINT Landscape Design. 

Starting in the wine industry as a winemaker, judge and avid drinker of the product (he still does this last bit) Darin decided to make the shift to landscaping after several years amongst the vines and realising he had broader horizons to conquer. 

Fast forward to 2018 and MINT was born out of a collaboration with Scott Wynd (Season 5 Ep 5) where Darin is the principal designer leading a team consisting of designers, planners and a marketer. This last role has been actively included in the business model for 2 years and has provided value in getting better jobs and helping MINT access parts of the market where more interesting jobs can be found.  

Tune in for these, and more, great tips from the winner of the 2023 Victorian Landscape Awards 'Landscape of the Year' recipient. 

EPISODE LINKS:
MINT Pool & Landscape Design - https://mintdesign.net.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

An insightful episode as where we sit down with Paul Leesment, the visionary behind Supreme Green, who shares his remarkable journey spanning over 21 years in the landscaping industry. Discover how, after a decade of experience, Paul identified a unique niche in new home landscaping. Focused on providing clients with a comprehensive solution, Supreme Green became a one-stop-shop for post-builder services, including gardens, front fences, and crossovers.

In this candid conversation, Chris and Tyson delve into the challenges of entrepreneurship with Paul, exploring the pressures and triumphs of navigating the business landscape. Gain valuable insights and be inspired by stories of resilience and success. As always, there's a glimmer of hope even in the toughest times, and Paul's journey is a testament to finding the light at the end of the tunnel in the world of business.

EPISODE LINKS:
Supreme Green Landscaping:  https://www.supremegreen.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

In this episode, hosts Chris and Tyson sit down with the talented Anthony Scott, delving into his journey from landscape construction to design. Anthony shares insights on avoiding undervaluation as a designer and emphasizes the importance of strategic pricing. Tune in as he reflects on judging at the 2023 Industry Awards, highlighting the growth he's witnessed in businesses that participate each year.

EPISODE LINKS:
Anthony Scott Landscape Design - https://anthonyscottlandscapedesign.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

A dedicated episode talking to Rob Schaasberg from Builders Edge Consulting about every aspect of building registration, permits and more. Take a deep dive into the regulations that drive building and construction in Victoria and get a clear understanding as to your obligations as a structural landscaper.

LVML also offer listeners the chance to watch a webinar with Rob recorded recently - see Episode Links below for more details.

Becoming a DBL- Structural Landscaper Webinar: Knowing When and How - https://vimeo.com/873563549?share=copy
Builders Edge Consulting - https://www.buildersedge.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media -  https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers -  https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

Chris & Tyson chat with some of the Boutique Garden Finalists for 2024 who will be competing for glory at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. 

Paul Pritchard, Daniel Althaus, Sam Collie and Craig McLachlan share their past encounters with show gardens, from being student garden participants to having participated at Chelsea, and what they are looking forward to when they get on site, pull on their boots and get down and dirty.

EPISODE LINKS:
Paul Pritchard Landscapes:  https://ppld.com.au/
Althaus Landscape Designs: https://althauslandscapedesigns.com.au/
Esjay Landscapes + Pools: https://www.esjaylandscapes.com.au/
Smart Landscapes: https://www.smartlandscapes.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media -  https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers -  https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

As a second generation family-business owner, Kate originally came from the travel industry to help her father for a small time, but ended up staying!  Then she also brought her engineer husband in for a short period, and he's still there to this day too, as is her brother, parents and her parents who originally started Compass Pools. 

Some 26 years later, Kate says its exciting and emotional at times, but the family all get along and it works well. Boundaries are needed though!

Chris and Tyson discuss many aspects of pools with Kate such as the benefits of fibre glass pools, gas vs electric heat pumps, customised software and succession planning. 

EPISODE LINKS:
Compass Pools Melbourne: https://compasspoolsmelbourne.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au

Working in a partnership with her landscaper husband, Sam, Emily speaks candidly about the pressures of business in general, but with the added layer of balancing work and life when there is a clear cross-over.
Touching on how to take a family holiday whilst leaving procedures in place, wills, insurances... all the un-sexy but vitally important information is discussed. Emily chats about what works, what doesn't, and why it is important to learn from each other and move forward when working with a life partner.

EPISODE LINKS:
Esjay Landscapes + Pools: https://www.esjaylandscapes.com.au/
TFG Sponsor: MRL Media - https://mrlmedia.com.au/
Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers - https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/
Become an LVML Member - https://www.masterlandscaper.com.au

Got a suggestion for an episode of The Front Garden? Send us a text message!

This November 21st and 22nd , Garden DesignFest opens the gates to inspiring private gardens across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

For 2026  LV has partnered with Garden Design Fest to showcase the best of the work produced by LV designers. all while raising funds for Rotary’s chosen charities. 

 Tickets and locations at GardenDesignFest.com.au.

Manufactured right here in Australia using Australian BlueScope steel, SHAPESCAPER products are built tough for DIY projects, professional landscaping, and heavy-duty commercial installations. Explore SHAPESCAPER steel planters and garden edging today, and shape your outdoor space with confidence. 

 Find out more by visiting shapescaper.com.au

The Front Garden podcast is proudly presented by Landscaping Victoria, and is brought to you by ShapeScaper, the Australian made modular steel garden edging and planter system, trusted by landscape professionals nation wide. 

Find your nearest stockist at shapescaper.com.au