Conference Proceedings
1990 AusIMM New Zealand Branch Annual Conference - The Mineral Industry in New Zealand
Conference Proceedings
1990 AusIMM New Zealand Branch Annual Conference - The Mineral Industry in New Zealand
The Alluvial Gold Mining Industry in New Zealand
The alluvial gold industry of New Zealand is based on the placer deposits in Otago and on the West Coast. Production from these since discovery in the 1850s has been an estimated 480 t (15 Moz) of gold. Annual output has expanded continuously since 1980 and is expected to be over 2 t of gold for 1989._x000D_
Following a historical review, the characteristics of typical operations, which use hydraulic excavators and mobile trommel units are discussed._x000D_
Descriptions are then given of alluvial activities in Otago and on the West Coast.
Following a historical review, the characteristics of typical operations, which use hydraulic excavators and mobile trommel units are discussed._x000D_
Descriptions are then given of alluvial activities in Otago and on the West Coast.
Contributor(s):
N A MacArthur, W J Cowie, B S Utting
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- Published: 1990
- Unique ID: P199002013NZ