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Mawson Station is a permanent base in Antarctica managed by the Australian Antarctic Division . Named after the explorer, Douglas Mawson, it is not only Australia's oldest Antarctic station, but the oldest continuously inhabited Antarctic station of any nation.
It houses approximately 20 personnel over winter and 60 in summer. They would be a mix of scientists and personnel with engineering backgrounds and probably a cook.
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What jobs do they have Mawson Station?
Mawson Station has mostly scientific jobs. You can learn more about Mawson Station at the Related Links.
How far is Mawson Station From Antarctica?
Mawson Station is located on the coast of Antarctica.
Is Mawson station in Antarctica?
Yes, there is a Mawson Station in Antarctica, supported by the Australian government.
Where does the food come from at Mawson Station?
All food, equipment, supplies and people are delivered to every research station by that government's logistical supply system. Food for Mawson Station probably comes from either Australia or New Zealand.
How long has the Mawson Station been there?
Since 1954, so the answer is 2011-1954 = 57 years. Mawson station is Australia's oldest Antarctic station and the oldest continuously inhabited Antarctic station
Who is in charge of mawson station?
The Australian Antarctic Division manages the station
How long has mawson station been there?
123years
What is the outside temperature at Mawson Station?
-70 Celsius
If you were living in Mawson station were would you be?
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If you were living at Mawson Station where would you be?
Mawson Station is a base on the Antarctic continent. It is part of Australia's territorial claim, and is located in Mac Robertson Land, East Antarctica.
When was Mawson Base built?
From Wikipedia: "Established in 1954, Mawson is Australia's oldest Antarctic station and the oldest continuously inhabited Antarctic station south of the Antarctic Circle."
What temperatures does it get down to at mawson station?
Mawson Station is located at Holme Bay in Mac Robertson Land. It's average low temperature is -21.7°C, (-7.1°F).
