PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Are New Zealand’s mining royalties too low?OPINION: Mining contributes to the economy, but relies on foreign investment.02 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandProperties rezoned for future mining OceanaGold had sought to rezone 47 properties in residential areas.02 Apr 01:11 AM
Markets with MadisonWhy a Canadian gold mining company wants to invest $1b in WaihīIs its investment dependent on fast-track approval? 30 Mar 06:00 PM
WorldVance accuses Denmark of neglecting Greenland: ‘You have under-invested’US Vice-President's visit to the Pituffik Base was seen as a provocation by Denmark.28 Mar 09:21 PM
WorldGreenland PM denounces US ‘foreign interference’ ahead of visitUS planes were seen in Nuuk; the visit's purpose was called a power move.24 Mar 06:44 PM
New ZealandMan strangled partner after All Blacks' game because he was hungry and wanted Uber EatsThe judge said Harrison Bryant was a demanding, belligerent and verbally abusive.19 Mar 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘No credible indication’: Doubts over economic benefits of sand miningEconomist questions why sand mining in Northland's Bream Bay got fast-track tick.13 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Not here’: Is this town the nimby capital of NZ?They have fought off windfarms and airports, and now they're against a gold mine. 07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCompany lodges fast-track Waihī mine applicationOceanaGold has submitted a project application through the fast-track approvals process.05 Mar 07:22 PM
BusinessUkraine ready to sign minerals deal: ZelenskyyZelenskyy tells late-night huddle he's ready to sign deal with US.03 Mar 12:28 AM
New Zealand‘Dangerous and reckless’: Police escort mining company truck away from protestersThe protesters dismissed mining company OceanaGold's description, saying it was 'low-key'.27 Feb 05:17 AM
New ZealandCook Islands says its in talks with China on deep-sea miningOfficials say three companies have been licensed to explore the seabed for minerals.14 Feb 07:12 AM
KahuWhangaroa hapū get support from Greenpeace for chasing off miningWhangaroa hapū's successful anti-mining opposition praised10 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandAussie company ends plans to mine Whangaroa as hapū celebrateParty time for Whangaroa hapū as mining plans shelved05 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Banks' climate policy could be NZ's saving graceOPINION: Saving grace or woke climate policy?02 Feb 04:00 PM
Politics‘Freddy the frog’ feature of minister’s mining strategyShane Jones wants to start a conversation about mining on conservation land.30 Jan 09:15 PM
New Zealand$3 billion by 2035 - Shane Jones lays out mining planA protest was organised for outside the mine this morning.30 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Use our own public money before taking money from foreignersOPINION: 'The Reserve Bank [could buy] low-interest infrastructure bonds from Treasury'.27 Jan 04:00 PM
EnvironmentFast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining planAllowing a firm to apply for fast-tracked consent to mine sand has galvanised opposition.25 Jan 02:52 AM
PoliticsGovt hints at ‘major’ mining announcement next weekChristopher Luxon acknowledged sensitivity but emphasised the need for growth.23 Jan 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessApple hit by Belgian probe over ‘blood minerals’ from CongoFinancial Times: Former colonial master starts probe into Apple 'blood minerals' claim.20 Jan 07:29 PM
BusinessUS bans imports from dozens of Chinese firms over 'forced labour'Uyghur forced labour claims have consequences for mining, textiles and solar industries.14 Jan 09:47 PM
BusinessSouth Africa illegal gold mine death toll hits 36Blinded by the summer sun, haggard survivors staggered across the soil.14 Jan 08:00 PM
WorldClaims at least 100 people dead in illegal mine after South African authorities sealed it shutRescue operation finally under way for more than 1000 illegal gold miners.13 Jan 10:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPatrick Phelps: Māori, mining and exploitationOPINION: Māori excel in mining.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'No one thinks this is a good idea': Bream Bay residents oppose sand miningDoC warns the sand mining near reserves could harm marine life and endangered seabirds.13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe rise of nuclear-powered batteriesFinancial Times: Companies vie to create small plants for data centres to oil platforms.09 Jan 06:41 PM
New ZealandHāwera to Perth: Kiwi family finds financial success with FIFO lifeA Kiwi family moves to Perth for better opportunities. From police work in NZ to FIFO mining in Perth, they share their journey. Video / Carson Bluck.Watch08 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom police to Fifo: Hāwera family finds financial success in OzThe family of five are in a far better financial position than they were in NZ.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I was on $12.50 an hour in NZ': Kiwis on the high salary but long hours of Aussie mine workKiwis spellbound by the promise of better wages and lower living costs have left Aotearoa in hopes of making bank in Australia’s mining industry. Video / Carson BluckWatch06 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMining start-up backed by Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos valued at US$2.96bFinancial Times: KoBold Metals aims to lead race for critical minerals needed for energy.02 Jan 12:49 AM
Kahu'Too divisive': Council shuts down submission on Treaty BillTRC submission warns Treaty Bill could harm Crown-Māori relations and existing ties.11 Dec 08:30 PM
BusinessMali seeks arrest of Canadian gold mining firm CEOWarrant for CEO Mark Bristow issued for 'money laundering'05 Dec 08:43 PM
BusinessMarkets with Madison: Waihi mineOceanaGold wants to keep mining under conservation land on Waihi’s coastline to keep its operation going for another decade. Could controversy derail their investment?Watch28 Nov 06:00 PM
