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The Government of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Government of New Zealand, hereinafter referred to as the “Participants”, share a commitment to the Antarctic Treaty System, both being Consultative Parties to the Antarct… Read More

New joint research initiatives focused on climate and ecosystem change expand the long-standing collaboration between New Zealand and the United States on Antarctic science and logistics. Science, Innovation and Technology Minist… Read More

Antarctica is changing—and the science shows why it matters for all of us. The Antarctic Science Platform has launched its Impact Portfolio, a comprehensive synthesis of seven years of research. This resource makes complex scienc… Read More

New methane seeps are being identified in Antarctica’s coastal waters at a growing rate. A recent study led by Dr Sarah Seabrook, published in the high-impact journal Nature Communications, investigates how these seeps are formin… Read More

When you think of Antarctica, you’re likely not thinking of waste. But despite Antarctica’s remoteness, plastic pollution ends up in the Antarctic environment from both long and short range sources. Ocean and atmospheric currents… Read More

The New Zealand Antarctic Society has completed an exciting outreach journey across the South Island, taking the 2025 Antarctic Film Festival to more than 1,000 people at 22 venues, from small community halls to larger theatres. … Read More