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Keeping uMhlanga Rocks clean and well maintained remained a daily focus throughout October, with the UIP teams carrying out regular cleaning, landscaping and maintenance ahead of the busy festive season.<\/p>\n

Dedicated M4 clean-ups continued throughout the month, with 90 bags of waste removed. Beach maintenance also remained ongoing, including the removal of wood and other debris to keep the coastline in good condition.<\/p>\n

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Keeping Green Spaces in Good Condition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Alongside routine grass cutting, the team began top dressing grassed areas to support their condition ahead of summer. Promenade irrigation leaks were repaired and affected areas reinstated.<\/p>\n

With the festive season approaching, the UIP will continue to prioritise cleaning, landscaping and proactive maintenance to keep uMhlanga Rocks looking its best for residents, businesses and visitors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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