Beneath New Zealand

Creation and Destruction

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3 episodes · First aired 2019-06-08

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S2 E144 min

A Threatening Present

Embark on an expedition to discover if the iconic Pink and White Terraces survived the eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886, and discover just how much volcanism we live alongside, and how it can enhance our lives.

S2 E245 min

A Violent Past

Travel back in time before New Zealand separated from Gondwana, where volcanoes ruled the world and sculpted our nation. Then discover volcanism's current impact on the experience of locals and visitors.

S2 E344 min

A Fiery Future

Auckland is built over an active volcanic field. Dive in to the myths and strategies to consider how a city of just under two million people might prepare for volcanic activity.