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Pike River: Concerned miners debate their future
The Pike River blast has led some miners to discuss whether it is safe to remain in the industry.
![Pike River: 'Can we do it differently?'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Pike River: 'Can we do it differently?'
Grey District Mayor Tony Kokshoorn wants the mining industry to learn from past mistakes and has called for a royal inquiry.
![Pike River: 'Simple plan' beset by problems](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Pike River: 'Simple plan' beset by problems
The riches of the Paparoa Range were enticing, but the cost of extracting them was greater than anyone imagined, writes Grant Bradley
![Pike River chairman: Company insured for $100m](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Pike River chairman: Company insured for $100m
As the West Coast struggles with the emotional cost of the Pike River tragedy, chairman John Dow has reassured the community there is still a future for the mine and the company.
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Mine expert: No urgent rush to reach miners
An Australian mine expert says there is no urgent need to reach the trapped miners "at this point in time", backing the Pike River rescue approach.
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<i>Our View:</i> We watch and wait with Coasters
With luck, the country will receive news that the brave 29 are back above ground and telling tall tales over a beer.
![Pike River expected methane gas emissions](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Pike River expected methane gas emissions
Methane gas has long been identified as a potential problem for the Pike River Coal mine, as rescuers scramble to find up to 27 missing miners.
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Your messages of support for the Pike River miners
Send your messages of support to the families and friends of the trapped West Coast miners.
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Power company churn soars to 30,000 a month
About 30,000 customers are switching power companies per month as the battle for new customers heats up and consumers chase better deals.
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Mercury invites customers to lock in prices
Mercury Energy is offering customers the chance to take a punt and lock in power prices for the next three years.