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Demand for gravel is running ahead of local supplies
Demand for gravel is running ahead of local supplies - Brian Roche Read More...
Politicians not listening to quarry sector, time for change
The chair of New Zealand’s quarry industry association says the sector does not get the attention it deserves from politicians and he’s backed creating a single organisation for the entire extractive sector to help achieve that. The chair of New Zealand’s quarry...
Kudos for Fulton Hogan Quarry
Kudos for Fulton Hogan Quarry - Te Puke Times
Comments on the emissions from the Yaldhurst Quarries
Comments by Kelvin W. Duncan,PhD
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. Mines and quarries are similar, but different yet J Swap Contractors,...
Rock needs to Roll
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. [button...
Rapid Quarry Expansion Leaves Christchurch Neighbours Feeling Surrounded
Rapid Quarry Expansion Leaves Christchurch Neighbours Feeling Surrounded Read More...
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 [button link="https://www.aqa.org.nz/uploads/files/Contractor_Perspectives.pdf"...
Warning Over Moving Quarries From Urban Areas
Warning Over Moving Quarries From Urban Areas
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.