Tag: Antarctica

Study by Australian and other scientists shows surprising impact on Antarctica from ancient Māori land-burning practices.

One of the exciting projects planned at the icy continent is to drill an ice core dating back more than a million years.

NZ-based researchers say one size does not fit all in Antarctica, with some species likely to suffer more than others as region’s climate changes.

With work finally completed in the Netherlands, the new pride of the Australian Antarctic Division is on a 24,00km sea journey to Hobart.

Australian scientists return to Hobart after world-leading research that will help protect vital Antarctic krill from over-harvesting.

Icy international relations are no barrier as China pitches in to help with tri-nation rescue of an ill Aussie in Antarctica.

The RSV Nuyina icebreaker is on its way to the Netherlands for final fitout and sea trials. It is expected in Hobart in 2021.

Snow, strong winds and hail lash Australia's Sunshine state.

The Australian government is currently awaiting a response to a proposal it has presented to the international community, which would create protected marine areas in East Antarctica and establish reserves that would ban fishing and hunting.

Two Australian soldiers will take part in a charity expedition across the Antarctic to the South Pole with Prince Harry later this year to raise money for wounded soldiers.