How scientists celebrate midwinter in Antarctica - ABC listen

How scientists celebrate midwinter in Antarctica - ABC listen

For the small communities of scientists, researchers and support staff who live in Antarctica, Midwinter means a day spent in almost total darkness, and, in temperatures hovering around -20 degrees, a dip in the Antarctic waters. It also when the Australian Antarctic Medal is awarded, which recognises “those who have rendered outstanding service in scientific research or exploration in connection with an Australian Antarctic expedition, or in su…