Pike River Mine disaster, Mining accident in New Zealand
The Pike River Mine disaster was a major event that shocked the nation.
In November 2010, an explosion at the mine led to the tragic death of 29 workers.
The incident has had a profound impact on mining safety culture and practices in New Zealand.
The mine is located near Atarau on the South Island's West Coast Region.
The event is remembered for being one of New Zealand's worst mining disasters.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Location
GPS coordinates
-42.20556,171.48250
Latest update
August 31, 2026 12:19
