Taking place on Monday 19 May 2025, the Young Amenity Horticulturist competition is the premier event for our skilled workforce. It offers a chance to represent our sector at the National Young Horticulturist of the Year competition.

Young Amenity represents organisations in the parks, reserves, botanic gardens, and open spaces sectors and private amenity companies. This includes councils, private businesses, and commercial contractors.

Applicants: If you're interested in taking part, apply via the Young Amenity Horticulturalist application form​. 

Sponsorship and support: If you're established in the industry and want to support young professionals, check out the Young Amenity Sponsorship Prospectus.

Further information, please contact:

Kieran Smith 

E: kierans@nzrecreation.org.nz 

M: 027 697 2004