In 2024, LIAWA surveyed its members, revealing that a quarter of the membership faces critical growth challenges due to the complexities and uncertainties of doing business. We recognise the costs of labour, insurance, internet and cyber security, supplies, compliance and equipment are significant burdens. Despite these challenges, the landscape industry in WA remains incredibly buoyant.
LIAWA has been actively working with various entities to bring members up to date on the regulatory environment, policies, business advice and education and training providers to address the skills shortage. We have been here to answer your queries and advocate on your behalf.
Plenty happening
Our efforts to influence and elevate the WA landscaping industry have borne fruit. LIAWA members have achieved success at the national Champion of Champion Landscaper Awards, winning five of the seven categories. Additionally, we have strengthened our relationships with allied bodies providing turffarm field days and networking events.
We’ve added members’ voices to the Green Alliance and through DPIRD, advised on the impacts of pests and diseases and the shrinking tree canopy. We thank our valued members providing labour and trusted suppliers, contributing to create two magnificent show gardens at the Perth Outdoor Garden and Living Festival, offering every member access to two free entries.
In collaboration with NGIWA, LIAWA hosted its first Southwest Forum, attracting new quality members and engaging with important regional stakeholders. After working for over 12 months on the SMTAFE Industry Advisory Group, our IAG taskforce completed its work. LIAWA continues to advocate for improved skills, education and training, inspiring the next generation of professionals with targeted presentations and training opportunities.
LIAWA proposes offering you more of what you need:
• New free online training for you and your staff
• The latest industry news, policies and legislative changes
• Access to our 2025 Awards of Excellence marquee event
• Enhanced Landscape Trade Night with discounts from a major hardware chain, and
• An online jobs portal and a ‘looking for a quote’ portal for members only.
More to come
Our partners and sponsors are significant supporters of LIAWA and we value their enormous contributions. Relationships forged on mutual benefit create a strong community working collectively for the best interests of the industry and LIAWA continues to work with its partners and sponsors to align with their marketing objectives.
Stay tuned for new events in 2024-25, including business updates, workshops, forums, professional development seminars, field trips, supplier discounts, industry trend events, networking opportunities, regional visits, webinars, the 2025 Awards of Excellence, the Champion of Champion Awards, and targeted communications providing exceptional value for your investment.
Advocating on behalf of landscapers, LIAWA works with industry leaders to influence government policy, particularly concerning the strain on water resources due to climate effects in Western Australia. The Water Corporation advises us on policy changes and trends in water sustainability. LIAWA promotes waterwise practices and provides opportunities for members to become certified waterwise garden designers and landscapers through our online course. Your continued support allows LIAWA to invest in your future. Thank you for being part of our community.
What are you waiting for! Become a LIAWA member now at landscaping.net.au or contact Christine Stanton, Executive Officer LIAWA on 0497 120 519 or email liawaexec@landscaping.net.au.
