The controversial application to enable gold mining at Sams Creek in Golden Bay has been declined by New Zealand Petroleum and Minerals.
Campaigners are elated after the controversial gold mining application for Sams Creek in Golden Bay was declined.
Australian mining company Siren Gold announced on Wednesday afternoon that its application to New Zealand Petroleum and Minerals (NZPAM) had been unsuccessful.
In its announcement, Siren Gold noted that its exploration permit had expired in March and that the mining application had been keeping its interest in the Sams Creek project live.
"The company is reviewing the decision and assessing the options available to it, including any potential right of appeal, following receipt of the decision.
