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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.

Haunting of Old Melbourne Gaol
Haunting of Old Melbourne Gaol

The Old Melbourne Gaol is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks, marking the darker side of Melbourne's history.

Myths & Facts About Life in Australia
Myths & Facts About Life in Australia

Discover the truth behind common myths about life in Australia, from kangaroos in city streets to Vegemite obsessions. A fun, fact-filled guide to Aussie reality.

The Legacy of the FJ Holden and the End of an Era
The Legacy of the FJ Holden and the End of an Era

Discover the legacy of Australia's first mass-produced car, the FJ Holden Special, a testament to a bygone era of Australian industrial prowess.

Wittenoom - The Abandoned Town with a Deadly Legacy
Wittenoom - The Abandoned Town with a Deadly Legacy

Do you believe in ghosts? In Western Australia, there is a ghost town that still haunts the state and its people.

20 facts about Australian Animals
20 facts about Australian Animals

Australia has some of the most unique animals in the world. Find out what makes them so special.

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.

Why do cars in Australia have right hand drive?
Why do cars in Australia have
right hand drive?

Discover the history behind why Australia drives on the left-hand side of the road and uses right-hand drive cars.

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.

Ghostly Legends of Luna Park Melbourne
Ghostly Legends of Luna Park Melbourne

Luna Park, Melbourne's iconic amusement park, is a place of laughter and fun. But did you know that it also has a darker side?

How to survive a flood in Australia
How to survive a flood in Australia

With the threat of floods looming over Australia during certain times of year, it’s important to be prepared and know what to do.

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