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UC field stations

30 September 2026

Our field stations across the South Island equip researchers with the space and equipment needed to deliver research with impact.

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From exploring the southern sky at the Mt John Observatory, to the forest ecosystems of the Cass Mountain Research Area, our field stations provide unique access to observe the natural world.

Mount John Observatory with snowy mountains in the background.

Mt John Observatory

South Canterbury
Astronomy experts credit the observatory as one of the best stargazing sites on Earth.

Station building surrounded by tussocks, hills and snowy mountains.

Cass Station

Southern Alps, Mid Canterbury
Direct access to alpine, freshwater, grassland and forest ecosystems in the Cass Mountain Research Area.

Groups of people walking along the beach next to cliffs.

Westport Station

West Coast
This well-appointed station is great for marine, freshwater and terrestrial research.

Researchers walking along a rocky shoreline on an overcast day.

Kaikōura Station

Coastal North-Canterbury
A residential building provides easy access to sites along the coast and nearby forest reserves.

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