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20 January 2017

TEDxScottBase

In January 2017, international voices in science, art, entrepreneurship and more came together, in the most remote location on Earth, to broadcast their ideas to the world. Read More

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19 January 2017

'We couldn't do it without the Kiwis' - NZDF drive unique fleet of trucks to fetch annual supplies in Antarctica

The New Zealand Defence Force has jumped into action in Antarctica after an icebreaker cleared a 35-kilometre channel to the ice pier, enabling them to fetch annual supplies for McMurdo Station and Scott Base. Read More

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18 January 2017

A TEDx event in Antarctica marks Scott Base’s 60th anniversary

Since then, New Zealand has had a permanent presence on the ice, as the steward of the Ross Dependency – a triangular wedge of Antarctica that spans 50 degrees of longitude and reaches the Pole. Read More

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16 January 2017

'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. Read More

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14 January 2017

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. Read More

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14 January 2017

A journey to Antarctica: Life on the frozen planet

When a longed-for journey to the Antarctic became a reality, Damian Christie was not prepared for the immensity of what awaited him. Read More

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