Articles tagged with Minerals
Kermadec Arc Mineral Reservation Extended Two Years to Protect Marine Ecosystems
4 days ago | 66 viewsThe Kermadec Arc north of New Zealand will remain under a two-year reservation, continuing restrictions on mineral permitting to protect its unique marine ecosystems and potential critical mineral deposits. Established under the Crown Minerals Act 1991, the reservation covers 412,690 km² and aims to support informed, strategic management aligned with New Zealand’s Minerals Strategy to 2040. The extension, effective from January 2026 to January 2028, allows time for improved research and data collection before future decisions on mineral development are made.
Tags: Kermadec Arc New Zealand Shane Jones mineral permitting Crown Minerals Act Kermadec Ridge copper zinc gold Minerals Strategy 2040New Zealand Joins Global Minerals Security Partnership to Boost Critical Minerals Sector
3 weeks ago | 129 viewsNew Zealand has joined the international Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) to attract investment and support its Minerals Strategy, which aims to double mineral export value by 2035 and enhance sustainable global supply chains. The partnership aligns with New Zealand’s strengths in critical minerals essential for modern technologies and will help create high-paying jobs while strengthening international relationships. Several countries have benefited from MSP membership through financing commitments, and New Zealand expects similar opportunities to develop its critical minerals sector.
Tags: New Zealand Minerals Security Partnership Shane Jones Winston Peters critical minerals Minerals Strategy renewable energy international supply chains clean energy technologies minerals exportsNew Zealand's Gold Mining Boom: Economic Opportunities and Prosperity on the Horizon
1 month ago | 211 viewsNew Zealand's Resources Minister Shane Jones highlights the country's potential gains from the global interest in gold and minerals, emphasizing the economic opportunities presented by a significant gold discovery in Central Otago. The mining permit granted to Matakanui Gold Limited for the Rise and Shine prospect is expected to create jobs, boost local economies, and generate substantial revenues for the government through royalties and taxes. The government's commitment to utilizing mineral resources for regional development, job creation, and economic prosperity is underscored by the fast-track approval process for mining projects like Bendigo-Ophir and the financing of the Snowy River Gold Mine development by Endura Mining.
Tags: Shane Jones New Zealand gold minerals mining permit Matakanui Gold Limited Santana Minerals Central Otago Endura MiningNew Zealand Petroleum Exploration Permits Open in September: Crown Minerals Amendment Bill Impact
4 months ago | 858 viewsThe Crown Minerals Amendment Bill, following its third reading, will allow operators to apply for new petroleum exploration permits starting in September. The Bill removes the ban on oil and gas exploration beyond onshore Taranaki, introduces a new tier of permit for small-scale non-commercial gold mining, and aims to boost investment in Crown-owned minerals. Changes in liability for decommissioning costs and the need for clarity in regulatory burden and risk are also addressed in the Bill to enhance investor confidence and energy security.
Tags: Shane Jones petroleum exploration permits Crown Minerals Amendment Bill oil and gas exploration energy security natural gas decommissioning investment liability