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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.

The Iconic Panel Van
The Iconic Panel Van

From its humble beginnings as a practical vehicle for tradespeople to its evolution into a symbol of freedom and adventure.

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.

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.

Haunted - Luna Park (Sydney)
Haunted - Luna Park (Sydney)

If you're looking for a spooky adventure, then look no further than Luna Park Sydney.

Australia’s Immigration Story in 2026
Australia’s Immigration Story in 2026

A clear, no‑nonsense look at Australia’s immigration trends: who’s coming, who’s leaving, and what’s driving the big shifts after COVID.

The Celebrations of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras and Sydney WorldPride
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras & Sydney WorldPride

This year Sydney hosts two of the largest LGBTQ+ celebrations in the world, the annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras & Sydney WorldPride.

Devil's Pool
Devil's Pool

Devil's Pool is a natural pool in a treacherous stretch of Babinda Creek (Qlnd) which holds a sinister centuries-old Aboriginal history.

Spooky Secrets of Adelaide Arcade
Spooky Secrets of Adelaide Arcade

Do you believe in ghosts? Adelaide Arcade in Australia is known for its ghostly sightings and mysterious happening.

Australia's Enduring Obsession with Milk
Australia's Enduring Obsession with Milk

A look at how milk became woven into Australian culture through childhood rituals, regional identity, industry influence, and everyday habits.

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.

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