Rangitoto Islands Explained

Rangitoto Islands
Location:Marlborough Region
Coordinates:-40.7674°N 173.9822°W
Elevation M:225
Population:0
Country:New Zealand

The Rangitoto Islands are a group of islands near the Marlborough Sounds along the northern coast of the South Island of New Zealand.

The group consists of Wakaterepapanui Island (225m (738feet) high), Tinui Island (190m (620feet) high) and Puangiangi Island (150m (490feet) high).[1]

From 1957 Puangiangi Island was inhabited solely by Ross Webber, who recently sold it.[2]

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References

-40.7674°N 173.9822°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rangitoto Islands, Marlborough – NZ Topo Map. NZ Topo Map. Land Information New Zealand. 2018-05-31.
  2. Web site: Island dweller left for wife and city life. 24 November 2012.