Potential scrap looming over coal expansion in Southland
Mining could begin by late 2022 if resource consent was granted. If successful, the project would increase employment and generate commercial opportunities in the area, Tacon said. “Which is essential for the lower South Island businesses and a range of service providers.” Forty-five people were employed by the Takitimu mine, and the expansion could create four or five jobs, Tacon said. “Importantly, the New Brighton project is about increasing the life of the Takitimu mine supply. In other words, extending the tenure of existing roles as well as creating new jobs.” The current ...
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