Australia is an island, and also the sixth largest country in the world, and the smallest continent in the world.

On this day in 1980, nine-week-old Azaria Chamberlain went missing at Uluru, sparking one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
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Discover how Aussies celebrate the festive season under the summer sun!

We've looked at some other facts about Australia. So now here are some more fun & interesting facts that you may not known about Australia.

About one in three households provides food for native animals. Learn more about responsible behaviour towards wildlife in your area.

Explore the impacts of Australia's record heatwaves, with insights from BOM and CSIRO predictions, and tips for climate-conscious travellers.

Explore the complex debate around Australia Day, Invasion Day & the ongoing discussion about the date's significance, inclusivity, and future in Australian society.

Australia has tropical conditions in the north, dry desert in the centre and conditions ranging from dry to heavy rain and snow in the south.

Australia has a reputation for its dangerous animals, even if somewhat exaggerated.

A reflection on the cultural importance of protest in Australia, its evolution, and why respecting the right to protest is essential to democracy.

There are about 10,000 quokkas, 360 different species of fish, 112 bird species, 17 species of reptiles and frogs and 16 species of butterflies on Rottnest Island.
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