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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.
Featured Press Releases
Christchurch celebrates the opening of the 2026/27 Antarctic research season
As one of the world's five recognised Antarctic Gateway cities, Ōtautahi Christchurch is preparing to welcome the international Antarctic community for the opening of the 2026/27 research season. From 20-22 September, government… Read More
SWAIS2C 101: the what, where, when, why, and where to next
Looking forward by looking back is the guiding ethos of one of the biggest Antarctic research projects in recent years. SWAIS2C, short for ‘Sensitivity of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet to 2 Degrees Celsius’, is an incredible exam… Read More
Contract signed for Scott Base redevelopment
The Scott Base redevelopment has entered its delivery phase following the signing of the main construction contract with Wellington-headquartered construction firm LT McGuinness. The milestone follows a comprehensive reset of th… Read More
