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The following legislation is relevant to New Zealand's interest in Antarctica:
The Antarctica (Environmental Protection) Act 1994 [legislation.govt.nz]
Antarctica Act 1960 [legislation.govt.nz]
Antarctic Maring Living Resources Act 1981 [legislation.govt.nz]