Shane Jones says Kaitāia mill owners never asked for Government help amid confusion, fears over operation’s future

A union representing the workers says 60 jobs are on the line.

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Julia GabelPolitical Journalist·NZ Herald·24 Jun, 2026 05:36 AM3 mins to read‌Regional Development Minister Shane Jones (centre), pictured in March 2024. Photo / Mark MitchellRegional Development Minister Shane Jones (centre), pictured in March 2024. Photo / Mark MitchellRegional Development Minister Shane Jones says the owners of a Kaitāia mill which have signalled the operation could close affecting 60 jobs did not approach the Government for a potential “rescue package”.

Jones said the potential closure of the Northland Mill, the smaller of two mills in the Far North

Shane Jones says Kaitāia mill owners never asked for Government help amid confusion, fears over operation’s future

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