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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

The Idaburn Coalpit

The Idaburn Coalpit (John White, proprietor), comprises a mining lease of three acres, besides fifty acres of freehold land. This mine was opened in 1870 and has been continuously worked since that time. Mr. White, who has owned the property since 1897, was for six years previously manager of the pit. The seam of lignite which is being worked is 18 feet in thickness, and about 1200 tons of coal are yearly brought to grass. Drays load at the pit, to the bottom of which there is access by road.