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Aussie LawnStars

Garry Ashton
Sortscape
Jim's Mowing
Lawn Care Industry
Soil Health
Lawn Mowing Industry
Hedge Trimming
Battery Tools
Canberra
Marketing
Horticulture
Lawn Mowing Business
Abcam
Catch Pro
Mower Shop / Dealership
Lawn Care / Landscaping
Battery-Powered Equipment (crest, Bushranger)
Business Systems
Mow Buddy
Gorilla Gardening
Small Business

Welcome to Aussie LawnStars, The freshest business podcast that helps your business; - get started, - improve and refine the overall efficiency - review all your business systems - ensure it runs smoothly for as long as you intend to stay in business. Our focus is on analysing Lawncare, gardening, and landscape maintenance businesses thru detailed interviews.

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Latest Episodes

• "Buying rounds is a key growth strategy."

• "CRM systems help streamline operations."

• "Customer relationships are the backbone of success."

Matt Palfrey joined me in 2023 to talk about South Australia and how to work in an industry that all t... more

Jack has several years experience green keeping. Recently he has started taking on residential customers in his spare time and he is building a strong business on the side. What would he ask to ensure his business grows into a profitable and worthy v... more

Ben has 5 years experience but just started his business. We sat down and discussed what he has started with and what he wants to acheive. His questions are a great insight into the mind of someone just starting their business journey.

Eden Building and Landscaping is run by Eduardo Enrique, 15 years in Australia and boy has he got a lot to share. The sheer amount of experience he has in his time here is wild, but the standout in his story is the solid business systems that form th... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Palfrey
Lawn care entrepreneur focused on buying rounds; referenced as LMCA founder
LMCA
Episode: Buying rounds is a key growth strategy
Jack Bell
Qualified greenkeeper, guest on the show
Independent lawn care professional
Episode: Experienced Green Keeper Jack Bell asks what he should do to build a strong business
Ben Mcleod
Owner, Mcleod's Gardens
Mcleod's Gardens
Episode: What would you ask me when you're starting out? Ben Mcleod asks how to schedule, how to charge, and what tools I recommend
Eduardo Enrique
Landscaping and construction entrepreneur, Ed
Eden (Eden Landscaping)
Episode: From Cuba to Multi divisional landscaping business. Eduardo Enrique shares the method to his business systems
Tim Dennett
Canberra-based hedge trimming and tree work specialist, running his own lawn and landscaping business
Episode: Canberra Hedge and Lawn, loves his paper diary and personalised customer service
Allan Bellamy
Business owner in lawn care, former Jim's Mowing franchise operator, Fraser Coast-based contractor
Fraser Coast (Australia) lawn care business
Episode: Choose your vehicle and equipment wisely with Allan Bellamy
Dan Travasaurus
Owner, Moasaurus Lawn Care
Moasaurus Lawn Care
Episode: Mowersaurus, Cashflow, soil quality, treatment plans and analysing your business data
Kyla Macdonald
Training agent for Sortscape
Sortscape
Episode: Pop the bonnet on SortScape. After this give the trial a spin and see for yourself
Richard Purton
Hedge trimming expert with UK and Australia experience
Purton Landscapes / Mr. Hedros (hedge-related work)
Episode: Mastering Hedge Trimming: From UK Roots to Australian Success Richard Purton

Host

Gary Ashton
Host of Aussie LawnStars and primary show host, guiding interviews and audience-focused discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 302 ratings
  • Great podcast

    So much information and enjoyable to listen to! Really enjoyed the interview with Michelle, top chick!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kirra91
    Australiaa year ago
  • Awesome podcast

    I highly recommend this awesome podcast if you want to improve your business. You will hear great stories and experiences from a wide range of guests with plenty of lessons to share.

    Garry is a leading light in this industry and is passionate about helping everyone. Every episode has new things to learn about running a successful business. Thank you, Garry, for consistently putting together great interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Castlebridge Garden Services
    Australia2 years ago
  • great show

    this is a fantastic show

    i really enjoy it

    great job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stivi fichera
    Australia3 years ago
  • I’ve never known a dungeon to be so informative!!

    Gary does an amazing job interviewing fellow contractors as well as industry leading suppliers. By listening to the tales, trials and tribulations of contractors from all over Australia we can realise that we are not alone, even the most successful people did it tough at some point and we are only human. Listening to this podcast and the soothing tone of Garry Ashton helps to inspire me to do bigger and better with my business and not just create a job for myself. The thing I enjoy the most in t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TerraCare Property Services
    Australia3 years ago
  • Great resource for contractors

    I’ve only recently discovered this podcast but I’m hooked. I’ve found out so much information that has helped change the way I think about my business, equipment, and what to consider.

    I’m two years in to being a contractor and this show is making me wish I’d listened to it before I started.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James McMahon
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host's conversational style and ability to pull tangible takeaways keep episodes valuable for busy tradespeople.
Listeners appreciate the practical, no-nonsense advice and real-world stories from operators across Australia.
Audiences enjoy the mix of field tips, pricing strategy, and business systems; many mention learning to treat mowing as a scalable business.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What would you ask me when you're starting out? Ben Mcleod asks how to schedule, how to charge, and what tools I recommend
Q: What are your initial goals for the business and how do you structure days for new clients?
The guest discusses starting lean, gradually building a client base, and using a mix of open booking and scheduled visits to maintain consistency; the host emphasizes defining a minimum viable client base and then expanding via packages and recurring maintenance.
Lorenzo's Master Yards - Quick transition to business owner
Q: How long have you been in business and what were the core experiences you leveraged to start Master Yards?
Lorenzo started Master Yards about a year and a half ago after 15 years in the industry and a formal diploma in horticulture and agronomy, which gave him confidence to launch and deliver high-quality gardening and lawn services.
From Employee to Entrepreneur: Taylah steps out
Q: What are your biggest concerns about pricing and obtaining initial clients?
The hosts discuss the risk of underpricing to land jobs and the strategy of first inspections and realistic quotes to protect profitability, acknowledging a likely period with fewer high-quality leads before building a solid client base.
From Employee to Entrepreneur: Taylah steps out
Q: How are you approaching branding and marketing as you set up in Inverill?
She emphasizes professional presentation (uniform, logo, signage), targeted outreach (real estate, letterbox drops), and building credibility before scaling, with guidance from the host about creating touchpoints that communicate competence.
From Employee to Entrepreneur: Taylah steps out
Q: What motivated you to move from being an employee to starting your own business?
Taylah describes four years of experience under Sam, the practical trade skills she gained, and the realization that starting her own venture would allow her to leverage that knowledge while shaping her own client relationships and pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aussie LawnStars

What is Aussie LawnStars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, real-world insights for running and growing lawn care, landscaping, and garden-maintenance businesses in Australia. Episodes mix hands-on field tips with scalable systems, pricing discipline, and marketing, often featuring operators who moved from solo work to small teams and multi-service offerings. A standout theme is turning technical know‑how into repeatable processes, backed by stories about equipment choices, insurance, contracts, and client management. The format tends to balance tactical advice (pricing, onboarding, scheduling, software) with candid lessons from diverse guests, making it valuable for listeners aiming to professionalize their trades or scale into higher-margin projects.

Notable strengt... more

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Which podcasts are similar to Aussie LawnStars?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Aussie LawnStars:

1. Into The Green Podcast
2. The Australian Lawn & Garden Podcast
3. More Than Just Mowing Podcast by Jim's Mowing
4. Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns
5. Turf Talk by Lawn Solutions Australia

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Aussie LawnStars launched 5 years ago and published 316 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Aussie LawnStars?

Recent guests on Aussie LawnStars include:

1. Matt Palfrey
2. Jack Bell
3. Ben Mcleod
4. Eduardo Enrique
5. Tim Dennett
6. Allan Bellamy
7. Dan Travasaurus
8. Kyla Macdonald

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