News

Sam’s Creek not Fast Tracked this time

The government has announced 149 projects it is putting forward in Schedule 2 of its Fast Track process, with Siren Gold’s application for Sam’s Creek thankfully not included on this initial list. This is encouraging news, but certainly not yet…

Crown Minerals Bill

Crown Minerals Bill Submission “This bill fails to acknowledge New Zealand’s international obligations to climate change mitigation. It presents significant risks to the environment, local communities, and the integrity of the democratic process. The bill lacks thorough research, clear evidence…

Recent News Coverage

We’ve been in the news in the last fortnight, dropping in several articles to update you on our activity – In its 13 September issue, the GB Weekly ran an article on the three local meetings that Siren Gold executives…

Fantastic response to our fundraising raffle

We’re really encouraged by the community support for our raffle this month to raise funds for ongoing expenses including website costs and other admin outgoings. People are not only buying tickets for the beautiful ‘All That Glitters’ print of Sam’s…

Presentation to TDC

On behalf of the Sam’s Creek Collective and community, Julie Downard presented to the full TDC last week on the mine proposal and concerns. She was well supported by a group of GB community members – thank you all –…

Sam’s Creek Collective: Join Us in Action

Sam’s Creek Collective: Join Us in Action, email 03/09/2024 Kia ora koutou, We have some important updates and an upcoming event that we’d love your support for. Support Julie at the TDC PresentationNext Thursday, 12 September, Julie will be presenting…

Email 20th August

Email 20th August Kia ora, Thank you for your ongoing support of the campaign to stop the Sam’s Creek Mine!  Here are a few important updates and opportunities for you to get involved: Sign Painting Workshop  Let’s create impactful signs…

Sign Painting Workshop

Join Our Sign Painting Workshop!  Date: Sunday, August 25th Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Makers Hall, Community Gardens, Tākaka We’ll bring our slogans to life on signs to be placed throughout the valley and beyond. All are welcome!