You might want to research the upgrades at the Waihi mine to the processing and water treatment facilities in the area. Things are much more advanced since back in bizzo's day.
I commend you for stringing together the posts on HotCopper and coming to a loose conclusion but you might want to research by contacting the likes of HDC and looking closely at the facilities available down the road.
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