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International conference focuses on changing Southern Ocean ecosystems
International scientists are gathering in Hobart this week to develop the first marine ecosystem assessment for the Southern Ocean.
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Noisy sperm whales forage to the beat
Scientists using underwater listening devices have made the first recordings of sperm whale calls off East Antarctica, as the marine mammals hunt their prey.
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Keeping Antarctic stations water-wise
How do you make water on the driest continent on the planet? On World Water Day, find out how expeditioners at Australia’s Antarctic stations make theirs.
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Adélie penguins come in from the cold
Adélie penguins living on the West Antarctic Peninsula have been captured on camera returning to their summer breeding colonies in winter.
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Macquarie Island research station turns 70
Macquarie Island research station celebrates its 70th anniversary this week, as work gets underway to build a new station on the shores of the rugged Tasmanian outpost.
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Key Antarctic ice shelf larger than scientists thought
More of the Totten Glacier is floating on the ocean than previously thought, increasing its potential to contribute to global sea level rise.
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New icebreaker looking ship shape
Construction of Australia’s new scientific icebreaker RSV Nuyina has reached another major milestone, with more than 7000 tonnes of steel cut, and the assembly of the base of the hull in the dry dock.
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Macquarie Island station goes virtual
Macquarie Island research station will be captured in 360 degree virtual reality this month, to assist station redevelopment and provide a historical record of the current buildings.
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Antarctic krill break down microplastics
Antarctic krill can physically break down microplastics before excreting them back into the environment in an even smaller form, research published in Nature Communications has found.
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Penguin selfie offers bird’s eye view
Curious emperor penguins have been captured in Antarctica getting up close and personal on film.
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The Australian Antarctic Division is aiming to improve gender balance on the ice, encouraging more tradeswomen to apply for positions down south.
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The final flight of the Antarctic season is due to take off for Australia’s Wilkins Aerodrome tomorrow, ahead of a face-lift planned for the glacial runway next season.
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LEGO model of new icebreaker to tour Australia
Australia’s new icebreaker RSV Nuyina has been brought to life in LEGO by Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught.
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Antarctic sea ice shrinks to second lowest minimum
Antarctic sea ice has shrunk to its second lowest extent on record, with the latest satellite data showing a total 2.15 million km² surrounding the icy continent.
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King penguins may call Australia home
Australia’s sub-Antarctic islands could become a refuge for king penguins seeking new breeding grounds as the impacts of climate change may force the birds further south.
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Artists encouraged to aim for Antarctica
Creative practitioners seeking the ultimate inspiration are encouraged to apply for a unique fellowship at the End of the Earth.
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Marine animals explore the ocean in similar ways
Despite significant differences in body size, shape and mode of movement, marine animals move through the ocean in similar ways
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Imagine if your office was 10,000 squawking penguins and their fluffy chicks?
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Diving into the Antarctic toothfish gene pool
Scientists from around the world are heading to sea to investigate the gene pool of Antarctic toothfish in an effort to better conserve the species.
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Unique Antarctic backdrop for Australian citizenship ceremony
What’s the coolest way to become a citizen of the country you love? Do it in Antarctica of course!
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