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Whakatane mill closing after owner begins sourcing elsewhere

The mill was the Bay of Plenty town's biggest employer with 210 staff.

Andrew Bevin Tue, 16 Mar 2021

Whakatane Mill, the town’s largest employer, is closing after its German owner began sourcing material from a lower-cost provider.

Management told staff of the decision earlier today after no buyer could be found for the mill, which produces paper and packaging products, largely for

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Andrew Bevin Tue, 16 Mar 2021
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