60 jobs at risk as Northland mill announces closure - and a second could follow…

60 jobs at risk as Northland mill announces closure - and a second could follow | Stuff.co.nz <!--mynz:youtube-chapters--> {"v":1,"chapters":[{"timeSeconds":0,"label":"Northland Mill Closure Announced","summary":"One of Northland's largest employers, a sawmill, has confirmed it will close later this year. This decision is leaving the community reeling."},{"timeSeconds":22,"label":"Impact on Kaitaia","summary":"The closure of the mill is described as a sad day for Kaitaia. The workers' union is calling it a massive loss for the town."},{"timeSeconds":30,"label":"Union Representative Speaks Out","summary":"Marcus Coverdale from the Workers First Union expresses concern about the closure. He highlights the long family history of employment at the mill."},{"timeSeconds":44,"label":"Juken New Zealand's Decision","summary":"Japanese forestry company Juken New Zealand announced in March its intention to exit Kaitaia. They are now confirming the closure of their Northland Mill."},{"timeSeconds":56,"label":"Search for Buyer Continues","summary":"The search for a buyer for the second mill in Kaitaia is ongoing. If unsuccessful, this could lead to the closure of another 140 jobs."},{"timeSeconds":103,"label":"Councillor Expresses Concern","summary":"Te Hiku Councillor Felicity Foy states that the area already suffers from high levels of deprivation. She emphasizes the need for more employers and investment."},{"timeSeconds":144,"label":"Calls for Government Intervention","summary":"There are calls for the government to intervene, as this is the seventh mill to close in the region in two years. The union wants the government to prioritize primary industries."},{"timeSeconds":208,"label":"Minister's Response","summary":"The minister states that the government doesn't want to see mills shutting down or regional jobs lost. He suggests the previous administration's energy strategy contributed to these issues."}]} <!--/mynz:youtube-chapters-->