The New Zealand Antarctic Institute, known as Antarctica New Zealand, was established on 1 July 1996 under the New Zealand Antarctic Institute Act 1996. It is responsible for:

• developing;
• managing; and
• executing

New Zealand's activities in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, in particular the Ross Sea region.

Antarctica New Zealand is responsible for the year-round management of Scott Base, New Zealand's permanent base in Antarctica since 1959. The Base provides services and accommodation for the many research parties and groups who visit Antarctica during the summer.

Key activities include supporting scientific research, conserving the intrinsic values of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean and raising public awareness of the international significance of the continent. All activities are conducted so as to minimise the risks to personnel as far as is reasonable.

ANNUAL REPORT
The Annual Report is the official document that details the work of Antarctica New Zealand, including scientific highlights and environmental initiatives, and a statement of service performance.  It also reports on education, media and artists programme and our international involvement in Antarctic Treaty forums. The latest Annual report can be downloaded below.

PROFILE
This document gives a brief overview of Antarctica New Zealand activities and can be downloaded below.

STATEMENT OF INTENT

The Statement of Intent which sets out its programme for the next 3 years, can be downloaded below.

ICESHEET
IceSheet is now published electronically only. If you would like to be on the email list to receive it, please contact us.

A brief overview of New Zealand's involvement in Antarctica can be downloaded below, or for more information visit our anniversary website.