Catherine Delahunty and Josie Vida: Coromandel Watchdog chair and Straterra CEO on the pros and cons of the Government's mining strategy
The Government has recently unveiled its future plan for mining with the release of the minerals strategy and critical minerals list - with the goal of doubling the country's mining exports by 2035.
This development has been well-received by industry experts, but environmental groups have voiced their concerns.
Straterra CEO Josie Vida says this development sends positive signals to the rest of the world that New Zealand is committed to mining - which is good news for the economy.
"It matters to the outsiders looking in - mining's a very expensive business and the people who want to invest in…
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