New Hanover Island

New Hanover Island,, also called Lavongai, is a large volcanic island in the New Ireland Province of Papua New Guinea. This region is part of the Bismarck Archipelago and lies at 2°30′S 150°15′E / 2.5°S 150.25°E. Measuring some 460 square miles, it had a population of 5,000 in 1960, which increased to approximately 17,160 by 2000.
  • Population: 17,160 (2000)
  • Archipelago: Bismarck Archipelago
  • Area: 1,186 km² (458 sq mi)
  • Length: 60 km (37 mi)
  • Width: 30 km (19 mi)
  • Highest elevation: 900 m (3000 ft)
  • Province: New Ireland Province
Data from: en.wikipedia.org