Whangārei District Council opposes Bream Bay sand mining proposal

Thursday 18 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 18 Dec 2025, 4:47pm

In this story Chris Bishop, Shane Jones, Whangārei District Council, Ken Couper

Whangārei district councillors have voted unanimously to oppose plans for fast-tracked sand mining at Bream Bay. The proposal involves removing 8 million cubic metres of sand over 35 years. Mayor Ken Couper has called on the Government to ensure those opposing the project are heard during the consent process.

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1. RNZThu 18 Dec 2025, 1:08pm

   Councillors vote to oppose plans for fast-tracked sand mining at Northland's Bream Bay (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 18 Dec 2025, 4:47pm

   Whangārei District Council calls on Government to ensure opponents of Bream Bay sand mining are heard (opens in new tab)