Economics
Our contribution
to the economy
Mining makes a significant contribution to the New Zealand economy, particularly in regional areas where mining takes place.
7,000 people are employed in the extractives sector and the economic contribution is $2.61 billion to GDP annually.
The products of New Zealand mines make a major contribution to New Zealand and its economy.
There remains a lot of untapped potential to source the minerals the world can’t get enough of to fuel a low emissions future.
