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Jim's Mowing

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Lawn care service franchise

Jim's Mowing is an Australian lawn care service franchise which was founded in 1982 by Jim Penman, who initially launched it as a part-time gardening business while he was completing his PhD in history. He remains CEO of the group and actively involved in day-to-day operations. The business was run independently until 1989, when it became a franchise, which can now be found in four countries, with 5,000 total franchisees.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Jim's Mowing is an Australian lawn care service franchise which was founded in 1982 by Jim Penman, who initially launched it as a part-time gardening business while he was completing his PhD in history. He remains CEO of the group and actively involved in day-to-day operations. The business was run independently until 1989, when it became a franchise, which can now be found in four countries, with 5,000 total franchisees.2

Corporate structure

Jim's Mowing sits at the top of its group. 2 entities, 1 country on record. Switch between the flow chart and the network, and select any entity to see its details.

  • Jim's Mowing Australia
    • Jim's Mobile Tyres Subsidiary ยท Australia

Built from subsidiaries, stakes and holdings from Wikidata (CC0); major holders from Schedules 13D and 13G. Each entity in the chart links to its source.

The story

Founded by Jim Penman in 1982.1

Leadership

Who has led Jim's Mowing, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.

Subsidiaries and ownership

Subsidiaries

  • Jim's Mobile Tyres

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Timeline

  1. 1982Founded Founded1

Sources

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