1Does New Zealand need more mining? Drilling, fracking and mining - are they the path to prosperity or the road to ruin? The mining industry offers unprecedented wealth to New Zealand, however it is a risky industry that plays fast and loose with land, oceans and wildlife. Tonight's Moot: Does New Zealand need more mining? Duncan Garner leads the team advocating more mining; Guyon Espiner leads the team saying that increased mining is not the best way for New Zealand to prosper. The debate is followed by an interview with Energy and Resouces Minister, Simon Bridges.