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Comments on the emissions from the Yaldhurst Quarries

Comments by Kelvin W. Duncan,PhD

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A Quarry’s Appeal to Wellington - Mike Higgins

We urgently seek high-level intervention before issues escalate with national implications including supply of the very material that is the foundation of every New Zealand building and road.

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Rapid Quarry Expansion Leaves Christchurch Neighbours Feeling Surrounded

Rapid Quarry Expansion Leaves Christchurch Neighbours Feeling Surrounded

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Send dust ban to dust bin

Aggregate and Quarry Association says if Environment Canterbury implements a new ‘no tolerance’ ban on any dust beyond quarry boundaries it could end a whole range of land-based activities.

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Rock needs to Roll

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Warning Over Moving Quarries From Urban Areas

Warning Over Moving Quarries From Urban Areas

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Contractor Perspectives

High failure rates for B Grade quarry qualifications are a symptom of wider issues within the quarry industry which it is determined to address as part of a wider response

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About quarrying in New Zealand

Using Aggregate

Aggregates are the most consumed bulk product in the world after water. New Zealand uses 9-10 tonnes of aggregate every year for each adult and child.

Building NZ

To build an average house, you need about 250 tonnes of aggregate - for use in concrete, asphalt, mortar and building products.

Our Community

The quarry industry is committed to working alongside local communities and follows stringent planning, environmental and operating conditions.