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Australian coat of arms on top of Parliament House.

Timeline

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

The Mysterious Disappearance of Azaria Chamberlain
The Mysterious Disappearance of
Azaria Chamberlain

On this day in 1980, nine-week-old Azaria Chamberlain went missing at Uluru, sparking one of Australia’s most controversial cases.

John Forrest National Park
John Forrest National Park
The Swan View Tunnel

Explore natural beauty intertwined with mystery and adventure in this must-visit Western Australian destination.

What makes Australia quintessentially Australian
What makes Australia quintessentially Australian

Australia offers a high‑quality, multicultural lifestyle with strong healthcare, fair wages, stable democracy, and a relaxed work–life balance, making it an appealing destination for people considering a move from overseas.

Australian Weather Conditions
Australian Weather Conditions

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.

Droning etiquette
Recreational Droning Etiquette

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

The Australia Act 1986: A Quiet Revolution
The Australia Act 1986: A Quiet Revolution

A vivid explainer of the Australia Act 1986. How a quiet legal shift severed Britain's final ties and affirmed Australia's full constitutional independence. Discover the Act that completed the nation's journey to sovereignty.

Australian Christmas Tree - [nuytsia floribunda]
Celebrating Christmas the Aussie Way

Discover how Aussies celebrate the festive season under the summer sun!

Bush Fires in Australia
Bush Fires in Australia

Australians live with the risk of bush fires. Hot weather, long dry periods, and volatile natural vegetation makes most parts of Australia particularly vulnerable to fire.

Wildlife of Rottnest Island
Wildlife of Rottnest Island

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.

Bondi Beach shooting: Community shattered, Nation united
Bondi Beach shooting: Community shattered, Nation united

An unbiased account of the Bondi Beach shooting & how Australia responded.

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