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A group of New Zealand polar scientists have helped uncover clues to life's survival during the global ice age. Some of their research used samples collected by Robert Scott's Antarctica expeditions. Read More

Antarctica New Zealand and the Swiss Polar Institute have officialised their cooperation in polar science. The two programmes signed a Memorandum of Arrangement (MoA) in Auckland on Monday 8 July, which will facilitate the develo… Read More

The Science Achievements 2024/25 (hot off the press), a new chapter for the Antarctic Science Platform, and warmest midwinter greetings from Scott Base. Read More

As the Antarctic Science Platform gears up for another seven years' research, outgoing Director Prof Nancy Bertler reflects on achievements of the 'virtual research institution' that brought more than 100 researchers together to … Read More

Antarctica New Zealand is pleased to announce LT McGuinness has been selected as the Early Contractor Engagement (ECE) contractor to assist with the design and delivery of the Scott Base Redevelopment. With over 70 years of cons… Read More

As previously notified, we have now held workshops to introduce the Catalyst Strategic New Zealand – United Stated Joint Antarctic Research Programme. The first workshop took place on 30 May and was an in-person event at the Anta… Read More