Powerful volcanic eruptions between 7000 and 14000 years ago in the central north island of New Zealand were the catalyst for
a thriving business today. The resulting upheaval gave way to an inexhaustible supply of pure pumice, which is mined by Winstone Aggregates at Otamarakau in the Bay of Plenty.

Pacific Pumice® is an exceptional product with a great future. It is clean, free draining and very hygienic. Results from scientific analysis judge it ideal for a large number of uses and the massive deposits of volcanic material still available mean there is enough pumice remaining for many generations to resource.