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Environmental assessment of RSV Nuyina operations open for public comment
A man on Macquarie Island, standing beside two back packs and a solar panel, with snow covered grass and mountains in the distance.

Shaking up earthquake science on Macquarie Island
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First call to join working groups for Million Year Ice Core project

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RSV Nuyina
The Australian government is delivering a new world-leading Antarctic icebreaker to replace the Aurora Australis.
Davis aerodrome project
The Australian Government intends to construct a paved runway near Davis research station, subject to environmental approvals.
Million year ice core
One of the most ambitious and challenging scientific projects yet undertaken in Antarctica.
Inland traverse
The answers to some of the most important scientific questions of our era may lie deep in the Antarctic ice sheet.

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Classroom Antarctica
Classroom Antarctica is a comprehensive online teaching resource with lesson plans aimed at grades 3 to 8.
Antarctic Insider
Keep up to date with the latest news, events and activities in Antarctica with our e-newsletter, Antarctic Insider.
Australian Antarctic Magazine
The official magazine detailing the activities of the Australian Antarctic program.