New ZealandMcCully tells of close call on flightMurray McCully says an inquiry is expected after a flight to Antarctica carrying 117 passengers was forced to land in a whiteout after being cleared for landing.10 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ scientists pick up Antarctic researchNew Zealand scientists will take over research operations in Antarctica as the United States withdraws its teams during the government shut-down.10 Oct 02:48 AM
New ZealandAntarctic air link should continueAntarctica New Zealand is confident the US shutdown won't affect its vital air link between NZ and Antarctica when operations are reduced.09 Oct 07:42 PM
New ZealandKiwis offer support to Americans on iceKiwis at Scott Base are offering support to neighbouring McMurdo base as it runs out of money because of the US government shutdown.09 Oct 05:18 AM
WorldUS shutdown: Antarctic work on iceThe US federal government shutdown is reaching all the way down to the South Pole.09 Oct 12:04 AM
New ZealandPlane circles for two and a half hours before Antarctica landingAn Air Force plane carrying 117 passengers, including Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully, had to circle for two and a half hours before landing at Antarctica in bad weather tonight.07 Oct 06:12 PM
New ZealandWant to know state of the planet? Count penguinsAs key indicators of climate change, penguins serve a crucial role for scientists examining what fluctuations in the white continent mean for the rest of the world.27 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldPrince Harry on icePrince Harry has spent the night in a giant freezer to simulate the conditions he will face when he treks to the South Pole in November.17 Sep 08:10 PM
New ZealandClosing ozone hole may heat up Antarctica - researcherThe ozone hole over New Zealand is closing, but it may warm up Antarctica which could then affect the West Coast and Canterbury Plains, a university researcher says.05 Sep 07:44 AM
New ZealandAntarctic reserve plan blocked by RussiaA New Zealand-led plan to create the largest marine reserve in the world in Antarctica has been blocked by Russia.16 Jul 10:29 PM
World7.3-magnitude quake off AntarcticaA powerful 7.3-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Antarctica, generating large waves but causing no injuries, seismic experts at Argentina's Orcadas base in Antarctica say.16 Jul 01:01 AM
New ZealandNZ-led plan for Antarctic reserve stallsA New Zealand-led plan to create the largest marine reserve in the world in Antarctica has stalled after two countries questioned the legal basis of the proposal.15 Jul 11:44 PM
WorldLittle room for high hopes in Ross Sea talksNew Zealand officials are tempering expectations ahead of make-or-break talks to establish the world's largest marine reserve in Antarctica this week.14 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandPicture special: Polar light showFor one of the harshest places on the planet, Antarctica in the winter does have its delights.05 Jul 05:30 PM
New Zealand-38deg at origin of polar blastIf you think it's going to be cold where you are this week - just remember it could be worse.19 Jun 01:32 AM
New ZealandIcy continent holds climate cluesThe closest most of us will get to Antarctica is nature documentaries like Frozen Planet - but the white continent's relevance to us and our future is far greater than we think.13 Jun 05:30 PM
WorldPhotos: Antarctica plane crashThree Canadian men who were in a plane that crashed into the upper slopes of one of Antarctica's highest mountains have officially been pronounced dead by a New Zealand coroner.12 Jun 09:32 PM
WorldCrash victims pronounced deadThree Canadian men who were in a plane that crashed into one of Antarctica's highest mountains have officially been pronounced dead by a NZ coroner.12 Jun 12:15 AM
New ZealandKiwi's Ross Sea doco on roll in USA Kiwi film-maker's efforts to highlight threats to "the last ocean" have been winning international laurels as pressure mounts on nations to protect the Ross Sea.09 Jun 05:30 PM
WorldFor penguins, swimming beats flying so walking is okayPenguins can move underwater with the speed of a swallow or swift, but cannot fly even as far as a chicken. How did a bird that in some cases shuffles 65km to its breeding grounds on unsuitable flippers lose its ability to fly there quickly?30 May 05:30 PM
WorldSouthern Lights dazzle Scott BaseStaff wintering in at Antarctica's Scott Base were left dazzled when the Southern Lights danced upon the darkened skies over the white continent.26 May 11:12 PM
New ZealandScience experiments leaves expert coldThe National Science Challenges promised to be one of the most exciting experiments ever seen in our science and innovation sector.19 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandHillary's diaries to be publishedSir Edmund Hillary's diaries from his ascent of Mt Everest will be released on a daily blog in the lead-up to the 60th anniversary of the climb.08 May 08:36 PM
WorldChinese ship blaze off Antarctica: 97 savedA Chinese factory fishing ship caught fire today just off the coast of Antarctica and 97 crew members were rescued by a nearby Norwegian vessel as Chile's military mobilised to prevent any environmental damage.18 Apr 04:27 AM
New ZealandAntarctic job puts 9-to-5 routine on iceWanted: Hard-working Kiwi for brrr-illiant, chilled-out job. Expect a cool time, unusually long days ... and penguins.12 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandKerry to speak on Ross Sea planUS Secretary of State John Kerry and New Zealand ambassador to the US Mike Moore will speak in Washington next week about protecting the Antarctic's Ross Sea.15 Mar 04:30 PM
WorldBirth of planet emergingEuropean scientists believe they have captured the birth of a Jupiter-sized planet emerging in a thick disc of gas and dust for the first time.01 Mar 05:00 AM
WorldSurprise 18kg meteorite findScientists in Antarctica have discovered an 18kg meteorite embedded in the East Antarctic ice sheet, the largest found in the region since 1988.28 Feb 07:02 PM
