"I stand by those views, and I'm glad I voiced them. What I wasn't prepared for was the personal abuse I would come in for, Neill said in a now viral video posted to his Instagram account."
"When I started to express misgivings about this mine and the potential damage it could do, I was completely blown away by the toxicity of the opposition that I met."
"Sustainable Tarras confirmed that members of the group had also received threats, some of which have been reported to the police."
Sam Neill has received threats from supporters of a proposed goldmine near his farm in New Zealand after voicing opposition to the government's fast-track plans. The Bendigo-Ophir goldmine, promoted by Santana Minerals, is located in an area recognized for its natural beauty. Neill, alongside the environmental group Sustainable Tarras, argues that the mine poses significant environmental risks and threatens local tourism. The backlash against Neill includes personal attacks, even from government officials, highlighting the contentious nature of the mining proposal.
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