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About Us
Razorback Group is a family-run earthworks and rural services business based in Franklin, working across South Auckland and the Waikato. Owner-operator James Bennell delivers practical, well-planned site works including driveways, land preparation, hedgecutting, and rural projects. Every job starts with understanding the site and doing the groundwork properly, so the result lasts.
90%
Work from Referrals
Most of our jobs come from repeat clients and word of mouth, not ads.
15+
Years of Hands-On Experience
Built through real projects, real conditions, and real results.
5-Star
Rated by Locals
Clients love our work, and their feedback speaks volumes.
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The Guy Behind the Machines
Jonesy is the owner-operator behind Razorback and the person locals call when something needs fixing or figuring out. He’s hands-on, practical, and known for getting stuck into the jobs that don’t always go to plan.
You can tag along on Jobs with Jones to see what he gets up to, the entertaining side of the work and the real projects behind it, but rest assured everything on site is done properly, safely, and to standard.
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Grounded in Rural Kiwi Values
Integrity
We do what we say we will. No shortcuts, no surprises.
Quality
Work that’s done properly the first time, and built to last.
Practical Thinking
Straightforward advice based on real experience, not guesswork.
Respect for the Land
We work with the site, not against it.
Reliability
We show up, get stuck in, and see the job through.
People First
Clear communication and honest expectations, start to finish.
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James Bennell
Owner/Operator
Mercedes Wheeler
Administrator
Hazel & Scarlett
Supervisors
Have Questions?
We handle earthworks, land preparation, driveways, hedge cutting, agricultural and rural projects, and problem jobs that need a practical approach. If you’re unsure where your job fits, that’s usually the first conversation.
We’re based in Franklin and work across South Auckland and the wider Waikato. If you’re nearby and not sure, just get in touch.
Pricing is based on site conditions, access, scope, and what’s required to do the job properly. Where needed, we’ll assess the site first so there are no surprises.
We’re always happy to talk through your budget and explore options. We don’t aim to be the cheapest quote, but we focus on quality work that avoids problems later.
Yes. You can see real projects and how we work on Jobs with Jones on YouTube, along with photos and updates across our site.