Intelligence Archive
Expert Guides
Industry-standard techniques, gear evaluations, and legal frameworks for the modern New Zealand gold seeker.
Technique
Gold Panning for Beginners
Learn the fundamentals of gold panning technique, from setup to cleanup.
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Gear
Best Metal Detectors for Gold
Find the right gold detector for NZ conditions. From budget to pro.
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Gear
Best Sluice Boxes for NZ Rivers
Comparison of sluice boxes suited to New Zealand conditions.
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Investing
Gold Investment Options NZ
Compare physical gold, ETFs, stocks, and trading. Honest pros & cons.
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Investing
NZ Gold Mining Stocks
OceanaGold, Siren Gold, and other NZ gold mining companies.
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Legal
How to Buy a Mining Claim in NZ
Complete guide to purchasing or applying for a mining permit.
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Selling
How to Sell Your Gold in NZ
Where to sell your finds for the best price.
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Investing
Gold vs Bitcoin: The Ultimate Showdown
Store of value comparison. Which asset belongs in your portfolio?
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Official Paystreak Publication
The Ultimate Fossicker's Bible
Everything. All 19 legal locations, precise GPS entry points, seasonal water-level charts, and our commercial-grade gear registry.