Newer Volcanics Province, Volcanic field near Corangamite, Victoria, Australia
Newer Volcanics Province is a volcanic field across southeastern Australia containing numerous shield volcanoes and vents of varying ages and types. The landscape displays different volcanic features, including crater lakes and lava formations.
The area formed through volcanic activity extending over a long time period, with its most recent eruptions occurring several thousand years ago. Mount Schank and Mount Gambier mark the latest volcanic events in the region.
The landscape holds deep meaning for the Kulin, Maar, and Bunganditj peoples, whose stories and oral traditions are interwoven with this volcanic land. This connection remains visible today in how these communities care for and value the place.
Multiple walking trails and observation points allow visitors to examine volcanic formations up close and experience the geological variety. To get the most from a visit, allow time to see several sites and notice how features differ across the landscape.
The site contains several crater lakes such as Lake Gnotuk, which formed through volcanic processes and now serve as important places for geological research. These lakes offer insights into the volcanic processes that shaped the landscape thousands of years ago.
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