AGGREGATE & QUARRY ASSOCIATION
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Rapid Quarry Expansion Leaves Christchurch Neighbours Feeling Surrounded
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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 [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.