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Australia and the Australians
Geography and Environment
Australia is the largest island and the smallest continent in the world.
From the iconic Outback to the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's landscapes are incredibly diverse.
Australia is home to a unique and fascinating array of plants and animals, many of which are found nowhere else in the world.
States and Territories (New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory)
History and Culture
-Australia's Aboriginal culture is one of the oldest continuous cultures in the world, dating back tens of thousands of years.
-British colonization in the 18th century had a profound impact on Australia's history and society.
Flora and fauna
The symbols of the country are kangaroos, koalas, platypuses, emu and wombats. Regarding plants, eucalyptus and acacia (wattle) are the most common species.
Sports - The most popular sports include Australian rules football, rugby, cricket and tennis.
Economy- coal, iron ore, gold, agriculture (wool, wheat), tourism and education. The main trade partners of the country are China, Japan and the United States of America.
Politics and government- Australia is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy with a Governor-General and Prime Minister at the helm. The Parliament consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives
Attractions
Sydney Opera House
Great Barrier Reef
Kakadu National Park
