Northland includes the Kaikohe-Bay of Islands, Puhipuhi and Whangarei volcanic centres.

Volcanism began in the Northland area around 2.3 million years ago, with its most recent eruption between 1,300 - 1,800 years ago. The landscape features remnants of lava flows and cones.

Most Recent Eruption

When

around 1,300 - 1,800 years ago

Where

Te Puke, north-west of Paihia

Effects

Explosive activity with lava flows from four well-preserved scoria cones.