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Australian coat of arms on top of Parliament House.

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

How Aussie Animals Forecast the Weather
How Aussie Animals Forecast the Weather

Discover how kookaburras, black cockatoos and ants forecast Aussie weather. Explore lore meets science, spot the signs and plan your day.

Dangerous Australian Animals & Insects
Dangerous Animals & Insects

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

Droning etiquette
Recreational Droning Etiquette

Join the ranks of Australia's droning enthusiasts and experience the thrill for yourself!

Ghostly Tales of Fremantle Prison
Ghostly Tales of Fremantle Prison

For over 100 years Fremantle Prison has been home to stories of strange and unexplained occurrences.

The Menzies Era & the Foundations of Modern Australia
The Menzies Era & the Foundations of Modern Australia

Australia’s Menzies era shaped the nation’s identity, from the rise of suburbia to Cold War politics. Explore how this influential period still guides Australia’s social, economic and cultural landscape today.

How to Avoid Collisions with Wildlife While Driving in Australia
How to Avoid Collisions with Wildlife While Driving in Australia

Tips on how you can avoid collisions with wildlife while driving in Australia

A Wildlife Carer With a Heart Full of Wombats
A Wildlife Carer With a Heart Full of Wombats

Josh Neille, The Wombat Guy, is transforming wildlife care in Australia with heart, humour and hands-on rescue work. Meet the carer inspiring a nation.

The Legal Status of Drugs in Australia
The Legal Status of Drugs in Australia

Many countries have legalised or decriminalised marijuana for medicinal or recreational purposes. But is it legal in Australia?

From Suburban Sprawl to Strategic Design
From Suburban Sprawl to Strategic Design

Australia’s urban future is shifting, from sprawling suburbs to sustainable, master-planned communities built around the 20-minute city.

Marble Bar - Hotter than a snake’s butt!<br>WA’s relentless heatwave
Marble Bar - Hotter than a snake’s butt!

Western Australia is sweltering through a record‑breaking heatwave, with the Pilbara and Marble Bar smashing temperature records as extreme heat and fire danger spread across the state.

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