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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

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

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

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

In a new development, researchers are bouncing radar signals from satellites to see emperor penguin huddles through the dark Antarctic winter, helping improve estimates of the endangered species’ breeding population. Read More

Antarctic science is hitting the big screen in the south of the south this week. Mighty Indeed will screen in Dunedin, Te Anau, Arrowtown and Wanaka. The is screening followed by a live Q&A with the director and one of the remark… Read More