Straterra is the industry group representing New Zealand’s entire natural resources sector.

Our vision is of prosperity through one partnership, a united approach that enables us to best engage with government and deliver powerful messages on policy making.

World Bank research has shown New Zealand is second only to Saudi Arabia in natural resource wealth per capita.

Minerals contribute significantly to our economy but, compared to other countries, they are significantly underused. The gross in situ metallic mineral potential of New Zealand is valued at more than $140 billion with lignite alone adding another $100 billion and there is great potential for fresh oil and gas discoveries.

Coordinated action from industry and government could unleash this wealth, providing a steep increase in the country’s economic growth and major benefits for all New Zealanders.

Careful co-operation between industry and multiple government agencies can be the key to ensuring maximum benefits and minimum environmental impact for communities in areas where the sector operates.

Straterra is calling for a Government policy statement outlining long-term goals for the sector.

Including strategies to promote investment and increased exploration. We will press for a whole of government response to issues related to the natural resources industry and aim to increase co-operation between private and public sectors.

Geological mapping an investment in New Zealand

Posted in: Media Releases: Thursday, 16 July 2009

Geological mapping an investment in New Zealand The awarding of the contract to GNS Science for geological mapping is a valuable investment in New Zealand’s future, says Straterra, the industry group representing New Zeala...Read More

Energy Data File highlights rich lignite resources

Posted in: Media Releases: Monday, 06 July 2009

Energy Data File highlights rich lignite resources Straterra, the industry group representing New Zealand’s natural resources industries, says release of the 2009 edition of The New Zealand Energy Data File highlights the h...Read More

Straterra welcomes tax exemption for oil and gas exploration

Posted in: Media Releases: Thursday, 14 May 2009

Straterra welcomes tax exemption for oil and gas exploration Straterra, the industry group representing New Zealand’s natural resources industries, has welcomed Government plans to extend tax exemption for offshore oil and ...Read More

Straterra welcomes $20m oil exploration Budget pledge

Posted in: Media Releases: Monday, 11 May 2009

Straterra welcomes $20m oil exploration Budget pledge Straterra, the industry group representing New Zealand’s natural resources industries, has welcomed the pre Budget announcement by Energy and Resources Minister Gerry Br...Read More