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The final job in saving Sir Edmund Hillary’s hut in Antarctica has been completed, with the help of a violin maker-turned-engineer determined to do his bit for the planet. Suzanne McFadden reports.
Spectacular drone footage captures dangerous giant crack in Antarctic ice shelf
British scientists have decided to close their Antarctic station due to the safety concerns of the huge crack.
Breaking the ice: US Coastguard clears way for ships to Scott Base
The ice gets thick in Antarctica, so once a year an icebreaker ship comes down to smash it up so supplies can come in.
Massive Weddell seals entertain Scott Base onlookers as they rub off sea water in snow
The 400kg-plus seals usually don't move much at all, but they put on quite a show for those at the Scott Base anniversary.
Race against time to get Sir Edmund Hillary's hut fully restored for Scott Base's big birthday
For some, working on the restoration project has been a dream come true.
'Antarctica is calling out for us to help her' - Hollywood journalist Ashlan Cousteau
Antarctica is calling out for us to help the icy continent, says Hollywood journalist Ashlan Cousteau who has just taken part in a TED Talk recorded as part of 60th anniversary celebrations at Scott Base.
Antarctic visitor numbers spark strong views at Scott Base anniversary event
A gathering in Antarctica to mark the 60th anniversary of Scott Base has heard a warning about allowing more people access to the icy continent.