Month: November 2018
Emperor penguins visit Casey
On Wednesday we were very lucky to have 19 emperor penguins come and investigate our walking group, right near station. With cameras at the ready we were able to capture some great shots to share with the Div media team....
Victorian Election Day
Today we voted in the 2018 Victorian state election. This year marked a technology innovation where Antarctic electors were able to cast their vote using a secure online voting facility. We also took a shot to celebrate, which is now...
The Hot Tub Time Machine
There are many science programs in progress this year at Casey, but one of the notable projects this season would be the Law Dome ice drilling team; a collaborative mission between US and Australian programs. With the advance team having...
Remembrance Day in Antarctica
Sunday, 11 November 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the Armistice which ended the First World War (1914–18). This morning at Casey station we held a service in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed...
Arrived on station
Friday was a big day. We had a few delays to our departure and there was quite a bit of waiting around at Hobart airport, but in the afternoon we were airside and about 3pm we were in the back...