Australia is the sixth largest country in the world, it is also the biggest Island or the smallest continent.
Australia is roughly the same size as the United States and 50 per cent larger than Europe, however it has the lowest population density in the world - only two people per square kilometre.
Australia's biggest attraction is it's natural beauty. You cannot find much more of a varied landscape anywhere in the world, all in one country. From its sun-baked deserts in the centre, to the Tropics of the North, or the temperate rainforests in the South, it is a truly diverse landscape.
Along with its diverse landscape, it also has a diverse culture. Since the 1950's there has been a steady influx of migrants from around the world. Migrants into Australia over the past decades have truly molded and shaped Australia into a multicultural country.
Australia has many instantly recognisable icons and landmarks, from the Sydney Harbor Bridge and Opera House, to Ularu (Ayers Rock) in its centre and the Great Barrier Reef in the North East.
Australia is also famous for its cities, from the hustle and bustle of Sydney to the more cosmopolitan and European feel of Melbourne or warm sunny Perth on the west coast. Australia has something to offer everyone, whether it's a fast paced city life, or a more relaxed laid back beach life, Australia has something for everyone.
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| Area: |
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7.68 million sq km |
| Population: |
19.5 million |
| Capital City: |
Canberra |
| People: |
92% Caucasian, 7% Asian, 1% Aboriginal |
| Language: |
English |
| Religion: |
75% Christian, 1% Muslim, 1% Buddhist, 0.5% Jewish |
| Government: |
Independent member of the Commonwealth of Nations |
| Head of State: |
Governor General Michael Jeffery |
| Head of Government: |
Prime Minister John Howard |
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| GDP: |
US$418 billion |
| GDP per capita: |
US$22,000 |
| Annual Growth: |
4% |
| Inflation: |
2% |
| Major Industries: |
Minerals, oil, coal, gold, wool, cereals, meat, tourism |
| Major Trading Partners: |
Japan, ASEAN countries, South Korea, China, New Zealand, USA, EU |
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