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Going up – green infrastructure careers

By Daniel Fuller

There’s an emerging frontier for Australian horticulturists, landscapers and people in related professions – the vertical plane.

With the recent attention on the vertical gardens in Singapore brought to us by the Australian Institute of Horticulture, green infrastructure careers should be on your radar.… Continue reading

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Write a killer resume that makes employers pay attention

By Daniel Fuller

Whether you’re seeking a role in horticulture production, landscape construction, or parks and garden maintenance, your resume should demonstrate how you are exactly what the employer is looking for. Here are twelve expert-level tips to help you create a standout resume so you no longer go unnoticed by employers, and you can finally land that job you’ve been dreaming of.Continue reading

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The Edible Forest (Image: Yarra Valley Estate)
Careers & EducationHorticultural Careers

Permaculture careers, an achievable dream or fantasy?

By Daniel Fuller

Permaculture is a garden philosophy that works with nature, rather than against it. It is an attractive field for many horticulturists, but there aren’t many jobs available. How can you prepare so that your resume stands out when you find that one-in-a-million permaculture job?Continue reading

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Award winner Dan Austin and ABC Gardening Australian presenter Clarence Slockee (Image: Karen Smith)
Careers & EducationHorticultural Careers

Industry Events: Are they worth attending?

By Daniel Fuller

A few times each year, we have the opportunity to attend an industry event. They cost money and they take time to attend, so are they worth the investment?

Recently, the Australian Institute of Horticulture (AIH) held their National Day Conference for 2022, with their awards night following.… Continue reading

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