Ground Force

Uninspired suburban gardens get speedy makeovers in this series presented by Ginette McDonald. Nominated by friends and family, unsuspecting individuals are whisked away while the Firth Ground Force landscaping team swoops in to transform their backyards. With only 48 hours and a budget of $3500, the team works their magic, revitalising neglected gardens, and crafting each into a personalized outdoor retreat. The series ran for five seasons, with sponsorship from masonry company Firth. The format was based on British series Ground Force, which debuted the previous year.