Puhipuhi Mining Action Group (PMAG), Ngati Hau, Minewatch Northland, farmers and other groups are opposing mining in the gold-rich area. They have been staging a highly visible peaceful protest at the corner of Puhipuhi Rd and State Highway 1.
High mercury levels at Puhipuhi have the potential to poison farmland and water supplies, Reverend Thelma Connor of Ngati Hau said. Local health problems caused by mercury during historic quarrying at Puhipuhi have been well documented.
http://www.northernadvocate.co.nz/news/mining-for-gold-no-go-for-groups/1853917/
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