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Rangitoto: odd one out – the story of Auckland’s largest volcano

Rangitoto: odd one out – the story of Auckland’s largest volcano

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This infographic fact sheet includes information about the formation of Te Rangi-i-tōtōngia-ai-te ihu-o Tamatekapua – Rangitoto Island, its human occupation and importance of Rangitoto to local iwi and more.

Find out more in the article Rangitoto – Auckland’s largest volcano.

Rights: DEtermining VOlcanic Risk in Auckland (DEVORA)
Published: 22 April 2026Size: 990.22 KB
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