Story: Bay of Plenty places
The island of Moutohorā (meaning ‘captured whale’) was named for its shape. It is a remnant volcanic cone which still displays some volcanic activity, including hot springs.
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Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
Photograph by Jock Phillips
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