Location
Australia is an island country located deep in the Pacific Ocean (to the west of New Zealand).
It is made up of 6 states.
Population Size
24.2 million people
Main Cities
Canberra (Capital), Sydney,
Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide
Climate
Varies somewhat but is generally quite tropical. The
average temperature in the winter is approximately 15 degrees.
Public Holidays
There are 14 national
holidays. Australia Day is celebrated on 26 January.
Languages
There is one official language -
English.
Ethnic Mix
Australian, Indigenous Australian, Other
Money (Currency)
Australian dollar
[AUD]
National Sports
Australian rules football, cricket, netball, rugby union, rugby league
National
Icons
1. The colours - green and gold, 2. The kangaroo, 3. The opal (gem), 4. The Golden Wattle
flower, 5. The emu
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