A Waikato coal mine expansion was fast-tracked. So where are the customers for the coal?

Climate groups urge a ‘just transition’ for about 190 Waikato mine workers.

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RNZ27 May, 2026 08:38 PM6 mins to readBathurst Resources has paused plans for the Rotowaro mine expansion due to uncertainty in coal sales. Photo / 123rfBathurst Resources has paused plans for the Rotowaro mine expansion due to uncertainty in coal sales. Photo / 123rfBy Kate Newton of RNZPlans for a fast-tracked mine expansion in Waikato have paused, because the mine’s owners do not know if they can sell the coal.

Bathurst Resources said the entire Rotowaro mine – which employs about 200 people – could close after 2030