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4 December 2024

Beehive | Catalyst Fund updated for global impact

Antarctic research has been prioritised in the Catalyst Fund Investment Plan 2024-2028 to support science, innovation and technology activities that foster international collaboration for New Zealand’s benefit. Read More

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30 November 2024

Science Update - November 2024

Commemorating the Erebus disaster, an update on avian influenza and Scott Base's busy science schedule. Read More

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26 November 2024

NZDF | First flight to ice for Air Force’s new C-130J Hercules

Flying one of the new Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) C-130J-30 Hercules to Antarctica for the first time was like getting out of an old manual truck and into a new SUV, the pilot says. Monday’s flight, by NZ7011, carried c… Read More

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26 November 2024

A year in review: the 2023-24 Annual Report

Antarctica New Zealand has released its 23-24 Annual Report. The report sets out the Crown Entity’s strategic priorities, how these have been achieved and its financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2024. Here are some o… Read More

Natalie Robinson field camp Oct 2022 Credit Anthony Powell
25 November 2024

Beehive | Climate Minister to see Antarctica research first-hand

Climate Change Minister Simon Watts is travelling to Antarctica this week to see the impacts of climate change first-hand and see New Zealand’s scientific work on the ice. “Antarctica is under increasing pressure from climate cha… Read More

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14 November 2024

Beehive | Antarctic cooperation at centre of Scott Base visit

Finance Minister and Associate Climate Change Minister Nicola Willis will travel to Antarctica next week to engage with international partners and scientists and to assess latest steps in the redevelopment of Scott Base. “New Zea… Read More

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