More time for mining stocktake submissions

New Zealand is mineral rich and it is National’s goal to unlock the potential of our mineral resources for the benefit of all New Zealanders.

Much of that mineral potential is concentrated in public conservation areas. In March, we released a paper identifying a very small area of Schedule Four conservation land rich in minerals that could be responsibly developed.

We asked New Zealanders for their views. There has been considerable public interest in the proposals so the Government has extended the submission period to allow as many people as possible to have their say.

Submissions on the Government's proposals will now close at 5pm on Wednesday 26 May.

The discussion document and information on making a submission is available at www.med.govt.nz/schedule4