First Break Mining
First Break Mining & Construction Ltd is your first choice supplier of New, Used, Refurbished & Lease-to-Buy equipment to the Mining and Construction industries of New Zealand. We represent well respected international brands that you can rely on for innovative products and high quality of manufacture, along with superior back-up service.

Our primary focus is you - the customer!
Drawing upon our suppliers' technical expertise and support services, we are confident we can provide an innovative solution to any application you may have - be it on the surface or underground.
We have stores located both in Auckland and Christchurch to facilitate fast and responsive deliveries, and technical specialists who can assist in all stages of your equipment lifecycle - from specifiing new machinery through to after-sales support, servicing and re-conditioning.
Mining and construction equipment & services
Whether you need to excavate, transport or process ore or demolition more efficiently, our complete portfolio of surface and underground mining equipment sets the standard in an increasingly competitive industry. Our offering covers rock drilling, cutting, loading and hauling, ventilation and materials handling equipment, all supported by round-the-clock service, rock drilling tools and technical expertise.

Rock drilling tools
Epiroc offers state-of-the-art rock drilling tooling for all applications. First Break hold comprehensive stock and can fully support your operation.

Narrow vein mining equipment
Aramine manufacture an innovative and unique range of small and medium section machines.
Designed especially for mining operations that are constrained by the ore position and narrowness of the shafts required to be cost-effective.

Ground support products
TONRY manufacture ground support products - a full range of friction bolt/split sets, rock bolts, wire mesh, cable bolts and accessories.

Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment
MacLean specializes in mine vehicle designs that maximize safety and productivity in the underground environment while also reducing total cost of ownership.

Environmentally safe drilling fluids
Rock Reinforcment
Matex products make it possible to maximize results while improving drilling sample recovery, reducing costs and extending the life of the equipment, which increases productivity.

A comprehensive range of geotechnical drilling products
TerraRoc offer a range designed to meet the specific demands of various drilling applications including Casing Advancement Systems such as the Symmetrix and Elemex systems which are engineered for efficient and secure casing installations in challenging ground conditions.

Specialist supplier of remanufactured mining equipment
We save you money by offering high-quality reconditioned mining equipment that will still meet all your operational requirements.
Road Construction Equipment & Tooling
Kennametal offer complete solutions for road milling drums, blocks, bits, blades, and wear protection.

First Break sharpening Service
First Break offers a nationwide sharpening service for all your tool bits (any brand) with a comprehensive pickup and return service that will keep you on the money.

