2023

Engineering Services Supervisor, Tom takes us through his journey to get down south and the fun he's had along the way! Read more

Alarm goes off in my cosy and comfortable room within the Summer Accommodation Module (SAM). It’s time for a coffee and the start… Read more

My journey to Antarctica has been a long one… It’s to be expected, but… Read more

Station Leader Brett Barlee recounts the eventful Field Operations Recess… Read more

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Farewell from the 76th ANARE as the cycle of station life continues. Read more

Reflections about life on station… Read more

This week sees the station community doing a deep clean in readiness for a… Read more

Experiences made with friends shape a year on the ice Read more

The Taaffe Ridge walk is a favourite amongst the 76th ANARE. This week… Read more

What it means to be a family Read more

How to keep everyone fed when you live over 4000km from the nearest shops Read more

A tongue in cheek account of life as an Engineering Services Supervisor Read more

Shane, one of our plumbers and a seasoned veteran of Antarctica shares a… Read more

An evocative account of snow and ice in Antarctica by Rae, our station… Read more

An insight into the “harsh” conditions we endure at Davis Station from… Read more

Recreation and special events are a big part of life on station. This… Read more

The extreme temperatures in Antarctica affect man and machine alike. Read more

Sage advice from an experienced expeditioner. Read more

A tribute to the mighty Hägglunds from Mick, one of our plumbers. Read more

The passage of time on an Antarctic station, and unfinished projects. Read more

A story from "The Bloke Who Loses Stuff" Read more

Plumber and photographer Todd, takes us on an awe-inspiring journey… Read more

The things you miss, especially a dog called Zeus Read more

This week we hear about emergency response on station from our Fire Chief… Read more

How to celebrate Midwinter at an Antarctic station Read more

Reflections on the shades of light and colour in an Antarctic winter Read more

Station Mechanical Supervisor Eric shares a fabulous sled-pulling… Read more

Antarctica provides the opportunity to wear many different hats outside of… Read more

An experienced expeditioner reflects on the majesty, adventure, routine… Read more

Our electronics engineer introduces us to some of the “really cool”… Read more

Plant Operator Dan shares "a day in the life" at Davis Read more

The smell of fresh basil, sage or oregano... so strange yet so welcome in… Read more

Mick, one of our plumbers, shares the reality of camping in Antarctica and… Read more

Davis Station shares a reflection from Anzac Day Read more

We are incredibly privileged to experience the unique and stunning natural… Read more

A fascinating insight into the role of the humble door on the icy… Read more

Chris, one of our carpenters, shares a story of resilience and personal… Read more

How often have you heard, "the only things you'll smell in Antarctica are… Read more

Reflections on life in Antarctica Read more

Marshall, our electronics engineer, shares a fun weekend in the Vestfold… Read more

The art of survival training Read more

Antarctica is a unique and isolated environment. Making sure we are well… Read more

Whoever thought a career start in delivering light and sound gear in a… Read more

Part 2 of Dave's resupply experience Read more

Dave, a first-time Station Supply Officer, shares his experiences of… Read more

A snapshot of Australia Day and station life from Kez our chef Read more

Find out what happens in an expeditioner's first few hours on station and… Read more

This week Ben, one of our resident sparkies, gives a fabulous account of… Read more

It’s been a fun couple of weeks at Davis station as expeditioners… Read more