New $498m plan to redevelop Scott Base approved

Thursday 30 July 2026 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 30 Jul, 7:13pm

The Government has signed off on a $498 million project to rebuild New Zealand's Scott Base in Antarctica. Construction is scheduled to begin in October, following training for workers in sub-zero conditions. The new plan aims to replace the ageing station with modern facilities.

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1. The Post via The PressThu 30 Jul, 11:52am

   New plan puts $498m Scott Base redevelopment back on track (opens in new tab)

   Also on The Press (opens in new tab), Waikato Times (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsThu 30 Jul, 7:13pm

   'No Mitre 10 down the road': Inside the $498m Scott Base rebuild (opens in new tab)