Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The National Library’s collections tell Australia’s story in Antarctica from the very beginning, all the way to the present day.

For over a century, Australian researchers and explorers have mapped uncharted territory, documented new scientific discoveries, and established a presence in Antarctica that still plays an important scientific role in 2025.

You can help us to map our nation’s journey in Antarctica by donating to our 2025 Appeal: https://www.library.gov.au/give/donate-us/2025-appeal-antarctica-collections