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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 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.

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.

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.

Australia's LGBTQIA+ Community
Australia's LGBTQIA+ Community

Australia's LGBTQIA+ community is a testament to the country's commitment to progress and equality

25 Facts About Australia
25 Facts About Australia

How much do you know about Australia? It's a place with a colourful history, present and future. Here are 25 interesting facts you may not have known.

The Power of Protest in Australia
The Power of Protest in Australia

A reflection on the cultural importance of protest in Australia, its evolution, and why respecting the right to protest is essential to democracy.

Kangaroo Fights: Observing Safely & Understanding
Kangaroo Fights: Observing Safely & Understanding

Male kangaroos (or “boomers”) fight to establish dominance, settle territorial disputes, or earn mating rights—and these bouts can get a little intense!

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.

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.

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