Australian company seeks gold exploration permit in Golden Bay

Tuesday 20 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 20 Oct, 4:40pm

Siren Gold has applied for a five-year exploration permit for a 4,000-hectare block in Sams Creek, Tasman. This follows a rejected bid for a mining permit on the conservation land. The company states the new application focuses on exploration, environmental studies, and community engagement rather than immediate mining.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 20 Oct, 4:17pm

   Australian mining company wants to explore for gold in Golden Bay (opens in new tab)

2. The Press via RNZTue 20 Oct, 4:40pm

   Australian mining company makes new exploration bid in Golden Bay (opens in new tab)