A sigh of relief in Southland - after confirmation the Tiwai Point Smelter's future is secure for the next 20 years
A sigh of relief in Southland - after confirmation the Tiwai Point Smelter's future is secure for the next 20 years
31 May 2024
Meridian, Mercury, Contact Energy and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters have signed after 18 months of negotiations.
Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark says the smelter is a significant contributor towards GDP.
Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark says the smelter is a significant contributor towards GDP, and this is outstanding for Invercargill, the wider region, and the country.
He says it staying open is the best news ever.
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