Tagging on the former paper mill building in Mataura where tonnes of ouvea premix is being stored, clearly conveys some residents’ feelings that they want it removed from their town. Two organisations involved in mediation say they accept the urgency and the seriousness of leaving tonnes of ouvea premix in a former paper mill at Mataura. Taha Asia Pacific had a contract with the smelter to take the dross and turn it into ouvea premix which has the potential use in fertiliser manufacturing. The Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, at the time, said something must be done to help Mataura residents. "...clearly there needs to be a long-term solution found for the residents of Mataura," she said.

Source: Stuff September 10, 2020 00:10 UTC