Plans to shut down Eves Valley Sawmill

From Checkpoint, 5:23 pm on 21 August 2025

It's understood owners Carter Holt Harvey want to shut down the Eves Valley Sawmill and consolidate its timber operation at its Kawerau plant. The closure will cost more than 140 jobs in the Tasman district. The plan is under consultation until 1 September, but local leaders have little hope the proposal will change. Tasman District Mayor Tim King spoke to Lisa Owen.