Watch FIFA World Cup 2026™ LIVE, FREE and EXCLUSIVE

Researchers set off for Macquarie Island after COVID delay

The research vessel Investigator with its team of scientists

The research vessel Investigator with its team of scientists Source: SBS

Scientists on board the R.V. Investigator will map the seafloor around Macquarie island, and deploy seismometers that will monitor the tectonic plate activity of the area.



Share

Get SBS News daily and direct to your Inbox

Sign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to SBS’s terms of service and privacy policy including receiving email updates from SBS.

Follow SBS News

Download our apps

Listen to our podcasts

Get the latest with our News podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS

SBS World News

Take a global view with Australia's most comprehensive world news service

Watch now

Watch the latest news videos from Australia and across the world