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Greater threat than asbestos: Renewed call to ban silica

AGB has opened a new Nelson factory producing zero-silica benchtops.

'On notice': Green Party unveils mining policy ahead of 2026 general election

The party takes aim at coal, seabed and gold mining.

Bridge collapse at Congo cobalt mine kills at least 32

The miners who fell 'piled on top of each other, causing the deaths and injuries'.

Glittering promises: What New Zealand’s new planned gold mines will deliver

Gold prices have surged past $7000 an ounce, driving new mine projects.

New ‘lucifer’ bee with devil-like horns discovered in Australia

Curtin University scientists discovered the horned bee in Western Australia.

'Short-changed': Experts question gold royalties for new major projects

More than a decade on, the Crown's established gold royalties still haven't kicked in.

The best source of critical minerals is driving down city streets

China already runs more than 50 battery recycling plants of similar scale to US' biggest.

Power struggle: Global energy firm fights plan to mine off Taranaki coast

Ruling on the mining proposal is due from a Government-appointed panel in March.

Shane Jones to pitch NZ's 'resource renaissance' to global mining investors

The minister heads to Sydney tomorrow to promote investment in New Zealand minerals.