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The Adélie is going for glory in the Bird of the Year 2024!

More than a third of the global Adélie penguin population lives in Aotearoa's home in Antarctica, the Ross Sea region, and New Zealand plays an important role in protecting them. Vote here!

Supporting world leading science and environmental protection

Antarctica New Zealand is the government agency responsible for carrying out New Zealand's activities in Antarctica, supporting world leading science and environmental protection. Our vision is: Antarctica and the Southern Ocean – valued, protected, understood

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13 August 2024

Scott Base Redevelopment Regains Momentum

The project to redevelop Scott Base is regaining momentum, reaffirming New Zealand’s commitment to our place in Antarctica and scientific research programme. The Board of Directors has re-established the Scott Base Redevelopment … Read More

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12 August 2024

Patrick Gower brings Antarctic science to New Zealand screens

Patrick Gower: On Ice, a two-part special about Antarctica and climate change, makes its television debut today. The documentary makers spent three weeks’ filming at Scott Base and its surrounds last November, visiting as many sc… Read More

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8 August 2024

Antarctica New Zealand Acting Chief Executive Appointment

The Antarctica New Zealand Board of Directors have appointed Professor Jordy Hendrikx to the position of Acting Chief Executive Officer, ensuring consistency in leadership for the upcoming Antarctic research season. Jordy joined … Read More

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