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Australia |
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Australia is known for its natural
wonders like the worlds biggest
coral reef complex, Great Barrier
Reef and the deadliest snakes
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| Official Name |
Commonwealth of Australia |
| Form of Government |
Federal Constitution Monarchy |
| Capital |
Canberra |
| Area |
7,686,850 sq km |
| Time zone |
GMT + 10 hours |
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| Population |
19,730,000 approx |
| Official Language |
English |
| Other Languages |
Indigenous Languages,
Italian, Greek &
Slavic |
| Currency |
Australian Dollar |
| Economy |
Services 78%, Industry
16%, Agriculture 6% |
| Climate |
Hot and arid in Centre,
Tropical in the north
with one wet season November to March. |
| Highest Point |
Mt Kosciuszko 2,229 m |
| Main Sport |
AFL, Rugby League,
Cricket and Swimming |
| Notable Landmarks |
Sydney Harbour Bridge,
The Opera House |
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| Official website |
www.gov.au
Government |
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www.australia.com
Tourism |
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| If you have cousins, relatives or
friends in Australia, they can become part of your core group
receiving benefits just like you and me and my family. |
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