Strathmore Park will add 187 homes in Tokoroa

Earthworks have started on the Strathmore Park Development in Tokoroa, which will add 187 homes. This $9 million project is the town's largest housing boost since the 1970s and aims to help with a local housing shortage. The first phase will provide up to 31 affordable homes. The South Waikato District Council noted that the construction will create significant job opportunities for local residents. This development comes as 230 jobs at the nearby Kinleith Mill are expected to be cut by June 2025. Despite this, the district's population has grown by over 10% since 2015.