AGGREGATE & QUARRY ASSOCIATION

Industry Group chalks up half century

Media Article 29/10/2019

The Aggregate & Quarry Association (AQA) is celebrating its 50th anniversary. “it’s a milestone and demonstrates the stability of the industry and its importance for New Zealand,” says AQA CEO Wayne Scott.

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