Stephenson Island (New Zealand) facts for kids
 Stephenson Island
Location in New Zealand
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Whangaroa Bay |
| Coordinates | 34°58′S 173°47′E / 34.967°S 173.783°E |
| Total islands | 1 |
| Area | 1.1 km2 (0.42 sq mi) |
| Length | 2.4 km (1.49 mi) |
| Width | 0.8 km (0.5 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 132 m (433 ft) |
| Highest point | Ririwha |
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| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| Pop. density | 0 /km2 (0 /sq mi) |
Stephenson Island, also known as Mahinepua Island, is a small island located off the northern coast of New Zealand. It is the larger of two islands found in Whangaroa Bay. This island is about 3,275 meters (around 2 miles) away from the mainland.
Stephenson Island stretches for about 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles) in length and 0.8 kilometers (0.5 miles) in width. Its total area is about 112 hectares (which is roughly 0.43 square miles). Just to its northwest, you'll find a smaller island called Cone Island. From space, pictures show that Stephenson Island has many trees. There are only two spots on the island where buildings can be seen.
Location and Features
Stephenson Island is nestled in the beautiful Whangaroa Bay. This bay is located on the northern tip of New Zealand. The island's longest side runs from the northwest to the southeast.
The highest point on Stephenson Island is a spot called Ririwha. This peak reaches an elevation of 132 meters (about 433 feet) above sea level.
Island Ownership
Records from Land Information New Zealand show that Stephenson Island is special. It is owned by eleven different families together. The island is officially classified as Maori Land. This means it belongs to the Māori people, who are the native people of New Zealand.
What's in a Name?
Stephenson Island has two official names. One is Stephenson Island, which is often seen on maps. The other name is Mahinepua Island. This is the name given to the island in the Māori language. Both names are correct and officially recognized for the island.
Notable People from the Island
- Ani Hona (1938–1997) was a talented writer and poet. She was also a very important person in the Te Reo Māori Society. This group worked to protect and promote the Māori language. Ani Hona helped start this society.
