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Nursery and Garden Industry Awards

The Nursery and Garden Industry Awards recognise and praise outstanding businesses and individuals within the industry, who have shown excellent business practice in the past 12 months. The ‘NGI Environment Award’ is a highly competitive award that is open to all industry businesses Australia wide. It acknowledges business initiative in environmental management and community participation in relation to environmental issues.

Provincial Plants and Landscapes of Pialligo ACT and Wandella NSW was awarded the ‘NGI National Environment Award’ at the 2010 Nursery and Garden Industry Conference and Awards held in Darwin 23^rd April, for its outstanding environmental business practices and initiatives. Provincial is also the NSW and ACT State Winner of this Award.

Lisa Roberts, Owner of Provincial Plants and Landscapes says “We strongly believe in making changes in our own backyard and our entire environmental ethos is based on this principle. This national recognition of our dedication to environmental business practices is an amazing achievement for our team.”

“Ideally the practices we are implementing are viewed as a benchmark by our peers across the country and we can inspire others to put extended environmental policies into practice. We aim to be a role model by showing that it is easy to be sustainable, successful and make a difference in the community – it’s smart business,” said Lisa.

Provincial Plants and Landscapes practice environmental strategies both internally and within the community. Practices in place include environmental audits to reduce their carbon footprint, certification as Carbon Neutral, use of renewable energy powers, making buildings energy efficient, rainwater harvesting, efficient watering practices, transport consciousness and efficiency, recycling and composting systems, growing and planting appropriate plant types, creation of ecologically sensitive landscapes, use of eco friendly products and methods and being pesticide and herbicide free.

In the community, Provincial Plants and Landscapes support a variety of environmental organisations like Landcare, Planet Ark, and the Natural Heritage Trust, and various schools and community groups with plant donations, sponsorships and work on local projects.

“The team at Provincial has an intrinsic attitude towards the environment and a holistic focus when interacting with their environment. The systems and processes they have implemented complement their fundamental approach to air, soil, water, biodiversity, and habitat. They continue their environmental journey daily and their achievements are a credit to hard work and commitment to their eco-ethos.” – NGIA judge’s comments.

Telstra Business Awards

Selected from over 4500 entries and shortlisted down to the top 6 companies, Provincial has been recognised for our outstanding achievements in both business and for our contributions to the environment by being selected as Finalists in 2 categories in the prestigious 2008 Telstra Business Awards – MYOB Business Award and Social Responsibility Environment).

prequalifications and industry professional certification

prequalifications

After a rigorous assessment of our professional qualifications and experience, environmental management and OHS workplace systems, Provincial has prequalification status with

Bega Valley Shire Council
Southern Rivers Catchment Management Authority

professional certifications

GreenSmart training is run by the Housing Industry Association (HIA) to promote environmentally responsible home design,construction and renovation. Accreditation is audited by the HIA

GreenSmart Professional (Lisa Roberts)
Housing Industry Association (HIA)

Learn more about GreenSmart accreditation and the benefits to you.

The Certified Nursery Professional Program run by the Nursery and Garden Industry Association (NGIA) is awarded in recognition of commitment to industry experience, learning and academic skills in the nursery and garden industry. Accreditation is duly audited by the NGIA

Certified Nursery Professional (Lisa Roberts)
Nursery and Garden Industry Association (NGIA)

Learn more about NGIA Nursery Professional certification and the benefits to you.

professional associations

Provincial has professional associations and memberships with the following industry bodies, ensuring we stay up to date with the latest information and advances in our industry:

	Australian Native Plants Society ACT
	Biodynamic Gardeners Association
	Canberra Business Point
	Family Business Australia
	Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens
	Green Roofs Australia
	Nursery and Garden Industry Association (NGIA) ACT and NSW
	Stipa Native Grasses Association