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The Ice-o-pod – exploring Antarctica’s under-ice marine life
The Ice-o-pod proved to be a logistically efficient way of exploring under-ice habitats and conducting quantitative photographic surveys of sea floor communities in the Davis region.
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Surveys to set environmental baselines for proposed Davis aerodrome
Scientists have successfully completed an ambitious field season in the Vestfold Hills, undertaking detailed ecological surveys as part of a project to investigate the feasibility of a year-round runway near Davis research station.
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The sky is no limit for the future of Antarctic science
Scientists across Australia have outlined the benefits for Antarctic research that could be unlocked by more regular and reliable access to the icy continent, including access during the cold, dark winter months.
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Next steps for proposed Antarctic aerodrome decided
The Australian Antarctic Division has announced its procurement approach for an Antarctic aerodrome near Davis station, should it be approved to proceed.
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Proposed Davis aerodrome subject to further environmental assessment
The proposed Davis aerodrome will be subject to further scrutiny under Australian environmental legislation following a decision by the environmental regulator.
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Biodiversity hotspots revealed by remote-controlled mini-sub
Marine biologists are flying a bespoke mini-submarine under the sea ice to explore environments around Davis research station that have never been seen before.
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Layered lakes in the Vestfold Hills
Complex lake systems around the proposed site of the Davis aerodrome are being intensively studied by scientists from the Australian Antarctic Division.
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Looking for tiny plants in a salty desert
Ecologists are searching for cryptic plant life near Davis research station as part of the environmental assessment of a proposal for an aerodrome with a paved runway.
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An ice free site in the Vestfold Hills near Davis research station has been selected for the proposed Davis aerodrome.
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Australia’s proposed Antarctic aerodrome open for comment
A proposal for a new aerodrome, with a paved runway, near Australia’s Davis research station is open for public comment.
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Biodiversity surveys inform Davis Aerodrome Project
Ecological and geotechnical surveys are in full swing this season around the site of Australia’s proposed new year-round runway near Davis research station.
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Mini-submersible to study coastal communities beneath the ice
Australian Antarctic Division scientists and ROV pilots, Dr Glenn Johnstone and Dr Jonny Stark, said the $60…
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Increased commitment for proposed Davis aerodrome
On the 60th anniversary of the Antarctic Treaty System the Federal Government has announced further funding to strengthen Australia’s engagement in Antarctica.
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Scientists on the ground of proposed runway site
A team of scientists and technical experts has arrived at Australia’s Davis research station, kicking off a busy summer season of ecological and geotechnical surveys at a new proposed runway site.
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Mini sub heads south for Antarctic mission
A sophisticated underwater mini submersible designed and built in Tasmania, will spend the summer in Antarctica exploring under the sea ice at Australia’s Davis research station.
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Opening up the Antarctic skies
This year marks the 90th anniversary of the first powered flight over Antarctica by Australian adventurer Sir George Hubert Wilkins, on 16 November 1928.
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Building Antarctica’s first paved runway
The Australian Government has today announced its intention to construct a paved runway near Davis research station.
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A new era of Antarctic endeavour
A new era of Antarctic engagement was announced today with the launch of the Australian Antarctic Strategy and 20 Year Action Plan.