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The Nursery and Garden Industry Victoria (NGIV) is the peak body for the state's horticultural industry.

NGIV represents the interests of an industry worth $1.6 billion and employs over 11,000 people with

19/06/2026

🌱 Innovation is helping shape the future of horticulture.

Nominations are open for the 2026 NGIV Industry Awards, with six categories celebrating the businesses and individuals helping drive our industry forward.

In 2025, Van Schaik’s Bio Gro was awarded Allied Horticulture Business of the Year. Judges recognised the company’s leadership in sustainability, innovation and industry service, including its work developing FOGO as a sustainable raw material and its commitment to diverting organic waste from landfill.

Through innovation, customer service and a focus on continuous improvement, Van Schaik’s Bio Gro continues to demonstrate the important role allied businesses play in supporting Victoria’s nursery and garden industry.

Congratulations again to the team at Van Schaik’s Bio Gro on this outstanding achievement 👏

Think your business, team or an industry colleague deserves recognition? Nominations close Friday 26 June.

16/06/2026

🏆 Excellence in production horticulture.

Nominations are open for the 2026 NGIV Industry Awards, with six categories celebrating the businesses and individuals helping shape Victoria’s nursery and garden industry.

In 2025, the Production Nursery of the Year Award was won by TGA. Judges were impressed by the nursery’s exceptional stock quality, strong leadership and commitment to innovation, alongside significant investment in sustainability initiatives such as water harvesting and wetland systems.

TGA continues to set a benchmark for production horticulture, demonstrating how environmental stewardship, operational excellence and long-term vision can drive industry success.

Congratulations again to the team at TGA on this well-deserved achievement 👏

Think your business, team or an industry colleague deserves recognition? Nominations close Friday 26 June.

12/06/2026

🌿 What does an award-winning garden centre look like?

As nominations remain open for the 2026 NGIV Industry Awards, we’re shining a spotlight on some of last year’s winners and the businesses helping shape the future of Victoria’s nursery and garden industry.

🏆 2025 Retailer of the Year: Kuranga Native Nursery

Recognised for its commitment to customer experience, sustainability and horticultural excellence, Kuranga Native Nursery impressed judges with its extensive range of native plants, educational programs and dedication to connecting people with nature.

With more than 3,500 native plant varieties and a strong focus on environmental stewardship, Kuranga continues to set the benchmark for horticultural retail.

Think your business, team or industry colleague deserves recognition?

Nominations for the 2026 NGIV Industry Awards close on Friday 26 June.

GreenlifeIndustry

01/06/2026

Over the past few weeks, NGIV has connected with over 7,000 students at local career expos - and interest in the green industry is booming! 🌿

Want to help inspire the next generation of horticulturists? Join us at these upcoming expos to showcase your business, and meet future talent and support the future growth of the horticulture industry.

Frankston Mornington Peninsula LLEN Expo – 9 June 2026

Melbourne Career Expo – 17–19 July 2026

25/05/2026

We'll be at The Landscape Show this Wednesday - come down to Sandown Racecourse between 8am-2pm and say hello to us at stand 90 👋🏻

Presented by our Industry Partner .australia, The Landscape Show is for anyone in the greenlife industry - this includes landscapers, designers, suppliers and industry professionals. There'll be more than 110 exhibitors, hands-on demos, business support services, seminars and more...

Tickets to the show are free, so if you haven't got yours yet, there's still time. Visit thelandscapshow.com.au and see you there!

22/05/2026

It’s always wonderful to see emerging horticultural talent being recognised - and Beth Gregory is certainly deserving of the spotlight. 🌿🏆

Congratulations to Beth on being named both Horticultural Student of the Year AND Melbourne Polytechnic Student of the Year at this year’s Melbourne Polytechnic Awards!

Driven by a deep passion for the environment and sustainable landscape practices, Beth brings a thoughtful ecological lens to every aspect of her horticulture studies and practice - combining creativity with strong scientific understanding in soil health, plant care and landscape design.

Beth’s talent was also recognised at the 2026 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, where her Achievable Garden 'Mild Confrontations: “You don’t think about comfort, you feel it”' received both a Silver Medal and the prestigious People’s Choice Award.

A fantastic achievement and a wonderful example of the future of horticulture and garden design in Australia. Congratulations, Beth! 👏

20/05/2026

Last night’s Tree & Shrub Growers event was a lot of fun at Van Berkel Distributors in Monbulk.

A big thank you to David Van Berkel and the team for opening their doors for a behind-the-scenes look at the business, production systems, machinery and impressive Wollemi Pine growing set up.

Almost 70 people came along for the tour, and stayed for dinner and drinks at the Watering Hole Tavern.

Thanks again to the Van Berkel team, and everyone who came along!

06/05/2026

May Trade Day brought all the colour, energy and good vibes to KCC park, with growers and buyers coming together for another busy autumn market 🌸

This month’s “Think Pink” theme saw the industry showing its support for Breast Cancer Network Australia, with plenty of pink outfits, laughs and a few very committed costumes across the market 💗

As well as beautiful seasonal stock and gift lines for sale, there was plenty of action around the raffle, with 5 very happy winners taking home some pink-toned plants in time for Mother’s Day.

Thanks to NGIV Platinum partner for sponsoring the day 👏🏼

28/04/2026

Great to spend the morning last week at the National Golf Club on the Mornington Peninsula, listening to Opposition Leader Jess Wilson MP.

It was fantastic to see many of her colleagues in attendance, including Federal Member for Flinders Zoe McKenzie and Mornington Member Chris Crewther discussing key issues across the state as we head towards the Nepean by-election and
the State Election on 28 November.

With a commitment to invest $15M into the delivery of a Horticulture Centre of Excellence, Ms Wilson confirmed that any policy commitments made by her team would be delivered if they are elected to government in November.

Thank you to Josh Sinclair and the team from Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula for hosting such a valuable event.
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17/04/2026

NGIV was delighted to see our friends from Therapeutic Horticulture Australia, Kayte and Amelia feature as part of Harry and Meghan's current Australian tour. In their roles as Garden Therapists, they facilitated a Garden Therapy session for Harry, Meghan and six adolescent in-patients just like they would offer their patients, families and staff.

The Royal Children's Hospital is one of only three pediatric hospitals worldwide that has a Horticultural Therapy program embedded in the hospital itself. Great to see this pioneering work getting the attention it deserves!

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307 Wattletree Road, East Malvern
Malvern East, VIC
3145

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+61395760599

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https://www.ngiv.com.au/

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