Welcome to the official website of the Aggregate & Quarrying Association of New Zealand. This site has been created specifically for people who would like to find out more about quarrying and the role it has to play in our society. The quarrying Industry is an essential provider of materials for the infrastructure of our society in New Zealand, yet one which is often misunderstood and not always appreciated. We hope the information in this site outlines the importance of what we do, and in particular the high priority we place on environmental issues within the industry.

About the Aggregate and Quarry Association

In 1969, the companies involved in extracting and supplying gravel and allied materials formed the Aggregate and Quarry Association of New Zealand - the AQA.

The AQA was formed in response to the need for an industry group that could represent aggregate suppliers on a range of issues, as well as liase with specifiers and end users of the materials.

Since then association membership has widened to include, for instance, lime suppliers. Membership stands at over 80 companies, which between them produce 85% of the aggregates and allied raw materials used in New Zealand.

The AQA's technical committee is well respected throughout the contracting industry. Training, education, the rehabilitation of quarries and associated environmental issues are also key concerns of the AQA.

The AQA is an incorporated society, with councillors elected from member companies around New Zealand. The AQA's Executive Director works from its office in Wellington.

Foundations for our Future

Download a copy of "Foundations for our future", an agenda for bedrock chnage to assist New Zealand towards prosperity.

Membership

To become a member please complete the Application for Membership form (pdf 150KB) or contact us for further information and a membership pack.

Conference Information

QUARRYNZ 2009 will be held at the Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill from Wednesday 8 - Friday 10 July 2009.

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