Institute of Quarrying New Zealand
Advancing the fellowship, development, and professionalism of our members and enhancing the image of the extractive industry
IOQNZ
What is the IOQ?
We promote and support the quarry industry.
The Institute of Quarrying was founded over 100 years ago by four people with a vision for the mineral products industry. They wanted the industry to come together to raise standards, share knowledge and be recognised as highly skilled professionals which are the principles that guide the Institute of Quarrying today.
Membership
Membership is open to people employed in, or supplying to, the surface mineral extractive and processing industries in any country of the world.
Education
We offer and facilitate a range of educational and professional development opportunities for our members.
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Networking
The IOQ and our branches run a nationwide series of events for our membership.
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NEWS
Call for Papers – QuarryNZ Conference July 2025
QuarryNZ Conference 9-11 July 2025, Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton Call for Papers The QuarryNZ Conference organising committee is asking for...
Employment Quarry Manager, Oparure Quarry (Graymont).
Our Role Reporting to the Plant Manager North Island, this multifaceted role involves overseeing the daily management of quarry operations,...
Obituary Don Bellingham
BELLINGHAM, Donald Edward (Don). Passed away peacefully on Monday 23 September 2024 in his home in Houhora surrounded by his family. Age 87 years....
Fit for Futures Research Project – Sep 2024
Dear IOQNZ Member, The Institute of Quarrying New Zealand’s Fit for Futures Research Project aims to predict the trends that will impact the...
IOQ Newsletters
IOQNZ National Newsletters: 2024: Newsletter Sep 2024 Newsletter Jun 2024 Newsletter Mar 2024 2023: Newsletter Dec 2023 Newsletter Sep 2023...
Newsletter – Sep 2024
Spring edition: Contents: Presidents Report TRAINING - WORKER HEALTH Webinar Series Oct 2024 QUARRYNZ CONFERENCE HAMILTON 9-11 JULY 2025 INSTITUTE...
EVENTS
Northland Branch – Bowls Day 7Dec
Please find attached your invitation to the Northland IOQ Bowls Day, which will be held at the Kamo Bowling Club on the 7th of December at 9am. This...
Northland Branch – AB Equipment demo day 4/12/2024
AB Equipment in conjunction with Dickson’s Transport and Quarries are hosting a demo day on Wednesday the 4th of December at 10am where they will be...
Canterbury Branch – Tech Mtg Russets 21/11/24
New premises Agenda • Presentation on Kinder conveyor products • Enjoy some networking & general catch ups • Food & Refreshments sponsored by...
Otago / Southland Branch Quarry Tour & Mtg 28 Nov 2024
Note: 3pm start 165 McPherson Road, Earnscleugh 9391 VIBLOCK PLANT & ROAD METALS QUARRY TOUR PPE Safety Footwear; Hi-Viz Clothing followed by Branch...
Waikato Bay of Plenty Christmas Awards Dinner
WAIKATO/BOP IOQ CHRISTMAS FUNCTION 6pm Happy Hour Then dinner, drinks, awards & music till late Tickets on sale now - $90 each * Entry to win great...
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