The Australian Lawn & Garden Podcast

FINAL INTERVIEW for the Makers Month series!

Gravely mowers are a line of high-performance, commercial-grade lawn mowers that are really starting to get some traction in the Australian market. Their battery ride on, has replaceable batteries which makes it a unique mower in the commercial space.

Is this mower brand the next big thing for Aussie contractors?

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Bushranger Power Equipment - Australian Owned & Operated is an Australian brand dedicated to providing high-quality outdoor power solutions. Their battery and petrol tools are used by countless businesses and individuals across the country.

In this podcast, Ben Gripske, one of the leaders at Bushranger, talks everything from spare parts to battery vs petrol. Luke even tries to convince him to name a mower "Gerald".

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Husqvarna are not only one of the largest OPE brands in the world they have been making robotic mowers since 1995. As new technology gets better and better so do the capabilities of robotic mowers.

In this podcast we talk about some of the new tech in robotics that may completely change the lawn care industry as well as touching on some of the battery tools that many people know and love.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

S**g Australia is a leading brand in outdoor power equipment and in the last few years has started to gain some real momentum in the Australian market.

In this podcast we talk to Duncan Russell, the head of S**g Australia, and explore the new range of mowers, aerators, blowers, spreaders/sprayers and more.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Masport have been making mowers for over 100 years! The New Zealand company now exports mowers to 45 different countries.

In this podcast we sit down with Simon Gaunt, Product and Training Manager at Masport, to talk through this iconic brand and the full range of products they offer.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Toro Australia is one of the biggest manufacturers of lawn care equipment in the country. Their range spans everything from simple domestic mowers to golf course equipment.

In this podcast we discuss unreleased battery mowers, $200,000 ride on's, aerators, spreaders and more.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode out and this one is going to be big!

Kress Garden & Robotics Australia is a brand new business to the Australian market that has generated a lot of conversation around their bold claims of having “The worlds fastest battery charge. Longer service life. Twice the power.”

In this podcast we interview Lachlan McDonald, General Manager of Kress Australia, to explore this new business and see how they achieve these massive claims.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode out now!

TTi - Trans Tank International are a true blue Australian business making high quality tanks and sprayers for a variety of application. Their sprayer line up covers everything from handheld sprayers all the way up to 17,000l sprayers. If you are interested in product applications, especially on a larger scale, then this is the podcast for you.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Next podcast out now with SOLO Sprayers Australia

Solo have been making sprayers for 75 years and are seen as an industry leader. In this podcast we interview Glenn Palmer, a multi state area manager for Solo, and discuss everything from common spraying mistakes, battery vs manual pumps and the Solo range.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

To buy Luke's lawn care program for your business:
https://www.patreon.com/user/shop/professional-annual-lawn-care-program-1-51530?u=93144780&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Next episode is here!

EGO Power Plus are one of Australia's biggest battery OPE brands with one of the widest ranges of equipment available.

In this podcast we talk to Barry Crowhurst, the general manager of Ego, and get a honest, behind the scenes view of the company and some insights into products not even released yet.

In this series we are interviewing more than a dozen world class lawn and garden equipment brands to find out what makes them special.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

The next episode is here!

BA Group Australia are a specialist business dedicated to providing clients with high quality sprayers and spreaders for just about anyone who grows things on a large scale. Their turfcare products are used by stadiums, golf courses and many other serious lawn lovers across the country.

This episode is about what it takes to get amazing results like a pro and what gear is needed to deliver professional results on larger sites. If you maintain acreage or commercial sites then this podcast for you.

The next episode is out now, and this is probably the most unique one I have done!

Monty Compost Co are a fully Australian business that have designed and manufactured an incredible solution for home gardens.

In this podcast we talk to Ash, the founder and CEO, about what the Monty does, and the challenges they have faced over the last 4+ year and $1 million in investment to get this world first invention in gardeners hands.

You can also get a massive 30% off the Monty using the code ALGP23 ! This offer is exclusively for the podcast listeners.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Episode 3 from Makers Month is AEG PowerTools

In Australia AEG is one of the biggest brands when it comes to power equipment. However, for many contractors, they fly under the radar. Is this a mistake?

In this podcast we talk to Wade, AEG's head of product development and Paul, their multi state on site manager to see why these Australian designed tools stand out.

We also have a massive deal exclusively for our podcast listeners. Get $5080 of lawn and garden tools & batteries for $3097 with the code "58v AL&GP". More info in the podcast.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Next ep from the Maker Month series with Greenworks Australia is out now.

Greenworks are one of the most trusted battery OPE brands in the world. However, they have only just released their commercial line up for Australian consumers in the last few months!

In this podcast we interview Gary, one of the leaders at Greenworks Australia and explore what makes this range special.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Our first episode of Makers Month is here! And we are starting with Pellenc Australia.

Pellenc is a French brand that makes high quality battery lawn and garden equipment. In this podcast we sit down with the national manager of Pellenc, Luke Bennet, and find out why these tools are so loved, even with their high price tag.

In this series we are interviewing more than a dozen world class lawn and garden equipment brands to find out what makes them special.

This series is only possible due to the Patreons. If you want to support the podcast sign up to become a monthly Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode out now to help you learn all about irrigation.

Kallee Sas is an irrigation specialist who runs Viper Irrigation in Melbourne. In this podcast we explore the technical understanding needed to create great irrigation system, the challenges of business and mental health.

New episode out with Head Curator of Adelaide Oval Damian Hough.

Damian Hough is not only the Head Curator of one of the best stadiums in Australia but also consults world wide helping other curators get amazing results.

In this podcast he shares amazing stories about cricketing legends, the unique and innovative techniques he uses to get amazing pitches and his honest opinion on pitch "influence" by cricket captains and coaches.

New solo ep out to celebrate 6 months of the podcast!!!

This is just a simple podcast where Luke shares the lessons he has learnt about running a podcast after 6 months. Including how many listeners the podcast gets, much he has made from sponsorships, his favourite episode and the future plans for the podcast.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode out now with Vasili from Vasili's Garden.

Vasili is a much loved garden expert who has run garden centers, help develop products and made thousands of videos for TV and YouTube about plant and garden health. Roughly half way through his career he had a complete change in garden philosophy and hasn't looked back since.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New podcast out now with podcast favourite, business coach Darren Gallagher.

This episode is likely not for everyone, but it you run a small business in the industry it could be just the thing your are looking for.

Darren & Luke talk about the successes and failures they have made along the way hiring staff and building businesses.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode!

Connor Blakely has spent 9 years as an AFL player, now recently retired he is turning his love for lawn into a new career.

For the last few years he has been soaking up as much knowledge as possible from stadium grounds staff, turf pros and others to start his business

This is episode is fun and lighthearted. If you love turf and you love footy then this is the podcast for you.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New pod for you!

Tim The Lawnmower Man is one of the most well known lawnies on the internet. He is best known for his "Free Mow Fridays" where he videos himself mowing overgrown lawns for free, creating some very satisfying content at the same time.

Tim also runs the page Turf And Tools where he tests out different mowers, blowers and more.

You can find the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube

New ep with Ashley James Gardens and it's 3 hours long!

Ashley is a well respected garden designer and horticulturalist from Victoria. He has appeared on The Block, writes articles for magazines and runs his own business.

New Episode Out Now!

Edible Gardens by Craig Castree is a garden expert with 40+ years experience. He has authored 5 books and is one of Australia's go to gardeners when it comes to growing food in your own garden.

Podcast is available on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/YRUMIuzkT-c

New episode!

Garry for Aussie LawnStars and Luke team up for this podcast to share their thoughts on what currently going on in Australia when it comes to lawns and gardens.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed: https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629
To support the podcast directly:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode with Nathan from Sharp Hedges

Nathan Sharp is running a small business with over 40k followers on social media, but that is not the most impressive thing about his business. To me what is more impressive is that he has built up a small business lifestyle that he actually enjoys.

This podcast is the story of how he built the business he has today.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode out in time for spring!

Luke Harrison is the General Manager of MowMaster Turf Equipment, an Australian lawn equipment business started 76 years ago by his great grandfather.

Mow Master have provided mowers and equipment for countless cricket stadiums around the world, mens and womans Fifa world cups, as well as lawn care businesses and home owners across Australia.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode where I answer your lawn, garden and business questions including on the coming drought, "aeration scams" and admin secrets.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

This coming podcast will be a solo episode where I answer your questions/ share opinions.

What questions about the industry do you want me to answer?

I have put this up on Instagram too and I am getting quite a few interesting questions.

How crazy is this!?

New ep out now, and it is a very unique one.

John Ledwidge is an award winning Premier League turf manager. He has worked his way up from being a grounds volunteer at 13 to managing over 50 staff, maintaining some of the best turf in the world and teaching others through the sports turf academy at Leicester City.

In this podcast John takes us behind the scenes discussing some of the secrets behind what it takes to make some of the best grass in the world.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

This is our most requested episode!

Ian Thompson is an experienced golf course superintendent with a Masters Degree in Turf Management. He has helped develop new lawn care products for the Australian market and is now running The Lawn Shed a business dedicated to helping home owners and small businesses get world class lawn care products.

Photos are all from Luke's business Silverstone Gardening and their lawn care packages.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode!

Matt Oliver is the man responsible for the turf at Suncorp Stadium, Australia's largest rectangle stadium, hosting 60+ events a year include the current Woman's World Cup!

We talk about what it's like being in his role, making amazing turf that is seen by millions every year and coping criticism from commentators (who don't know what they are talking about).

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

Finally a new EP! It is worth the wait.

Joel is the business owner of award winning landscaping business InStyle Gardens and runs the much loved The Landscaping Podcast where he has interviewed over 100 different guests in the industry.

He knows just about everything there is to know about the industry except one thing... he thought he wouldn't be a good interview. I think on that prediction he is wrong.

New Podcast!

Emma Grantham is not only the brains behind Reel Solutions, a business that supplies lawn care and mower parts across the country but also runs the YouTube Channel Lawn Care Australia.

She is down to earth and her love for teaching and lawns makes this a very enjoyable podcast.

Support The Podcast
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode available right now with Bean There Dug That

Chloe Thomson is a garden expert who loves to teach others. She has presented on TV, is a regular radio guest, hosted a podcast for Bunnings and held many workshops and lessons for gardeners of all levels of experience.

She currently focuses her time (in between raising two boys) on her Sprout School and her YouTube series called Behind The Garden Gate.

To Support The Podcast:
To sign up for a trade account with The Lawn Shed:
https://thelawnshed.com.au/ref/629

To support the podcast directly:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

This podcast is too short... Sorry.

It's about how we have been using AI and great products to help with burnout and increase the quality of the business and business income.

Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

Whilst you may have never heard Mick Hayes voice, you have probably seen his lawn, and maybe even bought something from his staff.

He has a wealth of experience managing teams, as the national sales manager for a business with over 3000 employees. In addition, he seems to have mastered Instagram with only the most simple of tactics.

Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

Support the podcast by signing up to our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=93144780

New episode out now.

Andrew Thomson runs Spray Mow Services in Bussleton WA. His business does high quality work across the region and is someone a lot of small lawn and garden businesses in Australia could learn from.

This is the story of how he went from solo lawn contractor to running 5-10 employees doing high quality commercial work.

I had a lot of fun today recording the LONGEST podcast we have ever done!

2.5 hours with Lawns In Good Nick

A very likable and generous Aussie lawn lover. We focus a lot of the podcast on how he grew his Instagram to allow him to leave his teaching role and focus more on his kids.

Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.