The Macraes gold mine operation will be expanded if fast-track approval is granted; pictured, the processing plant at the mine. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERYOceanagold is planning to apply for fast-track approval towards the end of the year to expand operations at its Macraes gold mine. The company has applied for resource consents through the Dunedin City Council, Otago Regional Council and Waitaki District Council for Macraes Phase 4. It said approval would help secure about 700 OceanaGold roles as well as ongoing work for more than 200 contractors and their employees, supporting the operation beyond 2030. Work was already under way on the $1 billion Waihi North project which received fast-track approval in December and would extend operations beyond 2040.sally.rae@odt.co.nz

Source: Otago Daily Times April 09, 2026 17:33 UTC