Landscape Elements has won the 2025 LIAWA Landscape of the Year for The Oval Redevelopment, Subi East Perth, 5 September 2025.
An iconic Western Australian landmark has claimed the top prize at the 2025 Landscape Industries Association of Western Australia (LIAWA) Awards of Excellence. Landscape Elements was named Landscape of the Year for the exceptional redevelopment of The Oval, Subi East.
Judges hailed the project as “an exemplar public realm that celebrates Aboriginal heritage, honours football history and fosters community connection. Sustainability was a key focus, with recycled materials from the former Subi Oval and a 6 Star Green Star Communities rating, creating a resilient and culturally rich landscape,”, said Christine Stanton, Executive Officer of LIAWA.
Features
The redevelopment featured precise earthworks and retaining, stormwater retention systems and swales, durable steel shade structures, paving, steps and accessible pathways built to endure heavy community use. New play and sporting facilities showcase exceptional craftsmanship, while careful retention of mature trees and heritage seating reflects a strong respect for the site’s history.
Brendan Price, General Manager at Landscape Elements collected the 18-carat gold-plated full-size shovel trophy at a gala presentation at the Burswood on Swan, recognising Landscape Elements’ The Oval as Landscape of the Year. The trophy was presented by Gavin Jones, Regional Director of Hunter Industries, the awards’ major sponsor.
“Our judges collectively agreed that “The Oval” redevelopment sets a benchmark for sustainable, community-focused landscapes that honour both sporting history and Aboriginal heritage’, added Christine Stanton. More than 60 nominations were received across 14 categories, celebrating outstanding achievement in residential, commercial, design, parks and entertainment precinct landscapes.
2025 LIAWA Award Category Winners include:
• Landscape Elements – The Oval: Landscape Construction over $1M
• Manglesii Contracting – Busselton: Garden Renovation under $30K
• Deep Green – Claremont: Garden Renovation over $30K
• Instant Gardens – Scarborough: Design under 250m²
• LD Total – Illyarrie: Design over 250m²
• Deep Green – One the Esplanade: Feature in a Landscape
• Blake Laufer (Deep Green): Apprentice of the Year
• StrataGreen: Supplier of the Year
• TDL – Peppermint Grove: Residential Landscapes under $100K
• Deep Green – Cottesloe: Residential Landscapes $100K–$250K
• Instant Gardens – Gidgegannup: Residential Landscapes over $250K
• Landscape Australia Construction (LAC): Landscape Construction under $250K
• Deep Green – Mosman Park: Landscape Construction under $500K
• Brett Walsh – Cowaramup: Landscape Construction under $1M.
“We’re honoured to be recognised in the LIAWA Awards of Excellence,” says Landscape Elements Managing Director Nathan Phillips. “Our team puts passion, hard work and dedication into every project, building client confidence and strengthening our brand.”
Judging panel
The judges for the 2025 LIAWA Awards of Excellence each have solid horticultural backgrounds and bring a cohesive blend of experiences from design through construction, to the judging table. Our adjudicating panel included industry identities, Darren Seinor – LIAWA President and Garden Guru; Lisa Passmore (Nursery & Garden Industry of WA); Lisa Hall, Neil Marriott and Amy Munro (South Metro TAFE); Gavin Jones (Hunter Industries); and Ian Barker International Chelsea Show winner and Landscape Victoria President.
As a not-for-profit organisation, LIAWA would not be able to hold such prestigious awards if were not for the support of generous industry sponsors. We are proud to announce Hunter Industries as the major sponsor of the event, supported by PMB, Deep Green, Creation Landscape Supplies, Straightcurve, Domus Nursery and Benara Nurseries.
LIAWA partners with the Water Corporation educating and training landscapers and gardeners in Waterwise landscaping and garden design.
