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26 May 2021

NZ Herald | Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern visits Antarctica New Zealand after $344m funding boost for Scott Base makeover

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern today got an exclusive first peek at new Scott Base redevelopment plans a week after her Government signed off on a third-of-a-billion-dollar-makeover funding package. Read More

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21 May 2021

ChristchurchNZ | Christchurch A Winner As Government Confirms Scott Base Redevelopment

ChristchurchNZ is delighted the Government confirmed funding in today’s Budget announcement for the redevelopment of Scott Base in Antarctica, New Zealand’s home on the icy continent. Read More

The Guardian
21 May 2021

The Guardian | Saving Scott Base: New Zealand’s ageing Antarctic station gets $300m lifeline

Life-support systems at Scott Base are operating beyond their lifespan, with leaking buildings and old electrics in one of Earth’s harshest climates. Read More

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20 May 2021

Beehive | Budget 2021 safeguards the future of Scott Base

A major redevelopment of Scott Base will create hundreds of jobs while ensuring Aotearoa New Zealand’s presence in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean is safeguarded. Read More

NZ Herald
20 May 2021

NZ Herald | Budget 2021: $344m boost for Scott Base makeover

A long-overdue upgrade of Scott Base has received a near-$350m Budget boost - ensuring New Zealand's continued presence on the frozen continent. Read More

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20 May 2021

Successful budget for Scott Base

Antarctica New Zealand is thrilled the Government has committed $344 million to rebuild New Zealand’s home in Antarctica, Scott Base.The announcement has just been made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon. Nanaia Mahuta, as pa… Read More

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