A 16-week trial over the Whakaari/White Island volcano tragedy has begun in New Zealand after an eruption killed 22 people, including 17 Australians in 2019.

The island’s owners, brothers Andrew, James and Peter Buttle, their company, and two tour operators are on trial for allegedly failing to adequately protect tourists and staff.

Each of the companies faces a maximum fine of $1.4 million, while the brothers charged face a maximum fine of $280,000.

The ABC’s Emily Clark walks us through what’s been happening.

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White Island volcano: how three brothers are on trial for 22 deaths