New Zealand'Not good enough': NZDF staff stranded in Antarctica for a monthA series of aircraft breakdowns and bad weather delayed the departure of the crew.01 May 10:06 PM
New ZealandRocket Lab’s PREFIRE mission to track polar heat for climate studyRocket Lab's next mission, 'Ready, Aim, PREFIRE', is set for launch on or after May 2201 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Flabbergasted': Stolen swipe card reappears in Antarctica 13 years onA missing swipe card from Wellington has gone on a heck of a journey.23 Apr 10:26 PM
TravelDiscover dream getaways: Thailand, Australia, NZ, Antarctica deals insideUnlock the best travel deals to Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica.22 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandA person in Texas caught bird flu after mixing with dairy cattle. Should we be worried?This is the second US case after a poultry worker tested positive in Colorado in 2022.15 Apr 12:15 AM
TravelTravel smarter, not harder: this cruise takes you straight from Christchurch to AntarcticaIt's as comfortable as a five star hotel aboard the world's only luxury ice-breaker.26 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Larger than life': Why Antarctic scientist inspired people all over the worldCraig spent 40 years studying microbial life. He died on February 29.21 Mar 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDitching the 9 to 5 stranglehold: An expert tells howThe #WorkSchoolHours founder talkin' about a workplace revolution.20 Mar 07:15 AM
TravelGift shop at the end of the Universe: Antarctica's Penguin Post OfficeNo hot water, no phone lines and 93,000 stamps to cancel by hand. Applicants welcome.03 Mar 08:02 PM
New ZealandSigns found of worryingly fast Antarctic ice meltScientists returning from Antarctica found evidence of how quickly the ice is melting.02 Mar 07:49 PM
TravelAntarctic legs of cruises iced out, leaving passengers fumingOperational issues have led to an early end to NCL's Antarctic cruise season.12 Feb 03:00 AM
TravelShould you visit Antarctica? Polar tourism's 'sciencewashing' problemCan 'citizen science' really justify your bucket-list holiday to the Antarctic?08 Feb 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelSir John Key's Antarctica travel diary: polar plunges, ominous snowflakes and vodka nipsWhat were the former PM's last words before taking the polar plunge?05 Feb 07:30 PM
New ZealandRare penguin swims from Antarctica to South IslandA penguin is getting fattened up after travelling thousands of kilometres to Aotearoa.17 Jan 01:07 AM
TravelPenguin chick returns to Starship Hospital with stories of AntarcticaA group of young Kiwis have returned from an Antarctic mission with a story of survival.16 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandSoil scientist Dr Megan Balks: 'If someone offers you a trip to Antarctica, you say yes'Dr Megan Balks is the latest recipient of the New Zealand Antarctic Medal.03 Jan 05:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Whiteboards and textbooks are gone': Virtual reality schooling is hereKiwi kids can visit New York or take a dive in a marine reserve thanks to the power of VR.31 Dec 04:00 PM
RoyalsFormer Parliament speaker among 151 recognised in New Year HonoursWell-known athletes, film stars and broadcasters are on the list.29 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelWhat’s it like to go camping in Antarctica? 8 cool polar activitiesThis once-in-a-lifetime destination lends itself to outlandish activities.20 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandRinging the bell: Lord's tradition comes to HagleyThe bell was used in Robert Falcon Scott’s first expedition to Antarctica.14 Dec 12:59 AM
TravelSeven tips for surviving seasickness from the world’s roughest oceanThe sea round Antarctica fills even the most seasoned sailors with apprehension.13 Dec 06:00 PM
TravelDreaming of a white Xmas? It's perfect timing for a trip to AntarcticaIt's the trip of a lifetime, not just for Christmas, but Antarctica is best in December.13 Dec 06:30 AM
TravelVisiting the world's most remote Irish Pub on the edge of AntarcticaPenguins, whales and polar icebergs were to be expected. A pint of porter was not.11 Dec 03:09 AM
TravelFlights to the ice: Antarctica’s largest passenger aircraft arrivesA Norwegian airline has made history, delivering a Boeing 787 with 330 seats to the ice.28 Nov 09:07 PM
WorldOne of world’s largest icebergs drifting beyond Antarctic watersThe iceberg stuck to the ocean floor and has remained for many years in the Weddell Sea.26 Nov 12:21 AM
WorldUN chief gives interview from melting AntarcticaAntarctica regulates the planet’s climate because its ice drives major ocean currents.24 Nov 09:31 PM
New ZealandExperienced professor hopes to boost Waikato University's research profileProfessor Gary Wilson has supervised more than 35 masters and doctoral students.17 Nov 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeep Trouble: New sea change threatens planetWhy the world should be worried about the impact on the Southern Ocean17 Nov 12:29 AM
TravelNew ships and cruise routes coming to NZ and Australia in 2024More and more cruise lines and ships are heading our way for the first time.15 Nov 06:00 PM
WorldMan accused of assault sent to remote ice field with young studentsHis lawyer describes the alleged assault on the woman as 'horseplay'.06 Nov 11:21 PM
WorldInvestigators heading to McMurdo Station to look into sexual violence concernsWomen at the base say their claims of harassment or assault are minimised by employers.03 Nov 08:12 PM
TravelWhy protestors dressed as polar bears greeted a cruise ship in FranceOne protestor says they were there "in support of the polar fauna".13 Oct 01:05 AM
New ZealandAsh buried in Antarctica puts date on Lake Taupō’s last big blowAsh buried deep in Antarctic ice highlights the eruptive power of our famous supervolcano.09 Oct 09:40 PM
