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Sylvia Nichol and Dobson 17 Oct 2026 Credit Penny Smale
28 October 2026

Earth Sciences NZ I Dobson #17 takes a final bow after nearly four decades of service measuring Antarctic ozone

Sylvia Nichol directed sunlight down the Dobson’s periscope to make its first Antarctic measurement back in 1988, and was there to make the final measurement 38 years later. Read More

Penguins on top of an iceberg near Dumont d Urville Station in East Antarctica Credit Johan Etourneau VUW MR
30 September 2026

Victoria University of Wellington I Hidden climate risk beneath East Antarctica, new study warns

New Zealand scientists are part of an international call for urgent research on East Antarctica’s Wilkes Subglacial Basin, a vast ice-filled basin that could dramatically increase sea-levels as the climate warms. Read More

2026 Antarctic scholarship recipients Emilija Reuter and Cullen Mackay
28 September 2026

Antarctic scholarships 2026

Two outstanding young researchers have been awarded Antarctica New Zealand scholarships, recognising their potential to advance our understanding of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. New Zealand Post Antarctic Scholarship Culle… Read More

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16 September 2026

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

Scott Base redevelopment masterplan Stage 1 Medium
30 July 2026

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

Lead author Antonia Radlwimmer uses a magnaprobe Otago U website storms MR July 2026 Inga Smith
29 July 2026

Otago University I Antarctica storms becoming more frequent and intense

Winters in Antarctica’s Ross Sea have become stormier in recent decades, impacting sea-ice conditions and field operations, new research shows. Read More

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