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	Podcast:		Checkpoint
	Episode:		Gold mine planned for Central Otago facing scrutiny
	Category:		News & Politics
	Duration:		00:03:26
	Publish Date:		2025-09-30 04:45:00
	Description:		The company behind a vast gold mine planned for Central Otago says it is one of the most scrutinised projects in the region's history. Australian firm Santana Minerals is trying to get consent under the Fast Track Approvals Act but has been beset by delays, telling shareholders the process is extremely rigorous and difficult. The project has also been met with criticism from some locals who feel it poses huge environmental and social costs. Katie Todd reports.
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