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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wolfe Creek Crater, Kimberly, Western Australia
Truth Behind the Film Wolf Creek's Real Location

If you are a fan of horror movies, chances are you have come across the film Wolfe Creek.

The Australian Dunny
The Australian Dunny

In Australia, the outdoor toilet is affectionately known as the dunny. It may seem strange to outsiders, but the dunny is a unique part of Australian culture, and it has a rich history.

How Global Conflicts Ripple into Australia
How Global Conflicts Ripple into Australia

From Gaza to Ukraine, global tensions are rising. How these conflicts affect Australia's economy, security & social landscape.

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.

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.

Tips for Living with and Feeding Australian Wildlife
Tips for Living with and Feeding Australian Wildlife

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

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