Central Otago gold mine supporters say backing was always there

Multimedia Journalist - Dunedin, NZ Herald·NZ Herald·23 Aug, 2026 07:24 PM6 mins to read‌Gold mines are part of Central Otago's past, and Santana Minerals wants to make them part of its future. Photo / SuppliedSupporters of Central Otago’s proposed Bendigo-Ophir gold mine say local backing is becoming louder – but not necessarily larger.Santana Minerals has pointed to a growing number of vineyards, suppliers and contractors publicly associating themselves with the project after years of heated debate. The company recently