In this video i share with you 10 fun facts about australia. Fun facts about australia geography no part of australia is more than km from the ocean and a beach. Jan 26, 2017 top 5 fun facts you probably hadnt heard australians claim to be a pretty patriotic bunch, but there are plenty of things we dont actually know about our country. Australia has the worlds longest golf course measuring more than 850 miles long. Futurebook of the year shortlisted, this adventure story introduces your child to australia in a book made by thousands of kids across the world. If you enjoyed this video please dont forget to like. From the sydney opera house to the air in tasmania, we look at 19 facts about australia. Youll find some of the most beautiful coral in the world here but also some of the most deadly jellyfish and sharksloads of sharks. Australia is the words smallest continent and the worlds sixth largest country.
Here are some interesting australia facts which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids. The large deserts of central australia mean that the vast majority of the population live on the shores of this enormous country. Australia has rainforests, deserts, coastal regions, tropical and. Population density in australia is usually calculated in km 2 per person, not people per km 2. Mar 10, 2014 some facts from an australian born here 40 years ago in sth eastern nsw i love your facts, even i didnt know all of them. Interesting facts about australia 7 continents of the world. This is due to the numerous attractions that the country has to offer. The mainland is the largest island and the smallest, flattest continent on earth. We read more newspapers than any other nation, per capita. Geographic regions of australia drastically differ from one another. It might have been a scary place to go back then, but things have certainly changed. However there is an aspect of the country which many nonnative people may not know about, the wildlife and the nature. Sydney is also one of the most multicultural cities in the world, with up to 31.
They were a band of eight of the most wellbehaved convicts, formed in 1789 by governor arthur philip. Australia is one of the strangest and most unique destinations on the planet. This article covers interesting facts about australia. On picnics, the esky is always too small, creating a food versus grog battle that can only ever be solved by leaving the food behind. There are lots of fun facts about australia and this page covers some of those amusing and different things about oz. Jan 25, 2015 in this video i share with you 10 fun facts about australia. There are many fun facts out there about australia.
We are quick of wit and will have a go at you in fun sometimes. I had no idea how large the country was, nor how costly it was to get from one part to another. The emu and the kangaroo are on our coat of arms because neither animal can walk backwards. Australian citizenship facts after immigration, you need to spend two years as a permanent. The citys western suburbs are particularly diverse. Nov 22, 2015 from the sydney opera house to the air in tasmania, we look at 19 facts about australia. Brisbane is the capital of queensland, known as the sunshine state. Immigration is an important feature of australian society. Couples babies born 888, 999, 101010 on any given day, more than 10,000 babies are born in the united states.
The underground lake is about a kilometre long and ten metres wide, flowing through an abandoned railway tunnel from the. Some of these australia facts you may have heard before but i bet therell be a few surprises. The australian lyre bird can, among other things, imitate the sound of a mobile phone, a chainsaw, a camera clicking, and a car alarm emus and kangaroos were chosen to feature on the australian coat of arms because of the belief that they seldom walk backwards therefore symbolizing australia as a forward moving nation. Brisbane is the capital of queensland, known as the. Almost 5 million people born overseas live in australia. Jul 14, 2014 explore machiahlynchs board australia facts. Cathy freeman is the only person to have been awarded both young australian of the year and australian of the year. From rugged countryside to fashionable city night spots, there is something for everyone. So, here are 26 fun facts that you can use to turn yourself into a human bottle cap.
Here you can learn some new fun facts about australia. Australia is an undeniably beautiful country of extremes. Fun facts about australian animals adventures in australia book 2 kindle edition by k. It is hotter than the dry season, with temperatures between 30c86f and 50c122f. So keep reading and be amazed at what an extraordinary country australia really is. My top australian fun facts from my year down under 1. China is the biggest importer of australian agricultural products, taking 20 percent of australias output. Lets look at some interesting facts about australia. When i still lived in the uk, there was an article in one of the papers, i think it was the daily. Make travel happen with holiday ideas in your inbox.
The average australian will consume 165,000 eggs in his or her. So it really isnt surprising that the australian m1 is a great deal quieter and a few million times more enjoyable to drive on than the m1 in the uk. Here are a list of facts that you may not know about australian animals, culture, people and iconic landmarks in preparation for your visit to australia. These 10 interesting facts about australia may just surprise you. But did you know that none of our native australian animals have hooves. The australian dollars value fluctuates greatly with the price of gold. Convicts as cops venomous platypus think you know everything about this great nation of ours try these 26 bizarre facts. Fun facts about australia australian culture guide. Western australia is the biggest australian state and covers one third of the continent.
Australia is the worlds 6th largest country by area the population of australia is estimated to be about 25 millions in 2019 due to its large size and isolation from the rest of the world, australia is sometimes known as the island continent. When i first arrived, i casually listed visit all of the states and territories on my australian bucket list. Facts about australia australia is the only continent covered by a single country with truly unique landscapes, natural wonders and extraordinary experiences for travellers. About australian spiders, snakes, inventions, golf courses, mammals that lay eggs. Did you know that australia is the best country in the world. The australian alps are located in the southeast region of australia and is the highest mountain range in the country. When i arrived in melbourne, australia in september 2015, i had precious little knowledge of the country i was about to settle into and fall in love with.
A list of all kinds of amazing, funny, and interesting australian fun facts that are cool to know. So here are some weird or interesting facts about australia. Australia is almost as large as the continental united states. The dingo fence is the longest fence in the world stretching over 5,530 kilometres. Japan and the european union are also major importers. You may think australia is known for kangaroos, koalas, sydney opera house, hugh jackman and lots of spiders. The australian shepherd probably came from the basque region of spain. Due to australias large size and interesting history, there are so many interesting facts about australia. Australia is a country in the southern hemisphere and belongs to oceania. Australias top agricultural exports are wheat, beef, cotton and wool. Bust out these bonza didyouknows at your barbie and youll sound smarter than a bottle cap. Engage students with a colorful powerpoint and shutter book to learn about australia.
Over half 58 percent to be precise of its population are first or secondgeneration immigrants, from all corners of the globe. The name australia comes from the latin word australis, meaning southern. Economy is also one of the most amazing facts about australia. In 1927, the seat of national government was moved to the newly created city of canberra, which continues to serve as the national capital to this day. Read our australia facts for kids with interesting facts for children, researched by children.
We find out different bits and pieces all the time and add them as we go, so check back every now and then for any new fun facts about australia. Since 1945, over six million people from 200 countries have come to australia as new settlers. Melbourne was the initial capital following the 1901 federation of australia. I have lived near the beach and bush all my life, ive never been bitten by a snake in fact i usually only see them out in the bush, its not like they slide down the streets looking for some human leg to munch on. The indigenous people of australia are australian aborigines and torres strait islanders.
Australiaoceania is the smallest continent of the seven continents and many consider it as the largest island in the world, however, greenland is the biggest island. The first thing many people get shocked about is when they find out that sydney is not the capital of australia. See more ideas about funny pictures, australia funny and funny. The australia facts section is where we share general information and facts about australia. In fact, it is often confused with canberra because sydney is the most densely populated city in the entire oceania continent and it is also internationally famous.
There are many people who even after doing research are still confused about this australian destination and they tend to misunderstand a few crucial. Its australia day, and if theres one day of the year that you can start to break out the zany facts about monotremes, its today. Australias culturally diverse society includes its indigenous peoples who arrived more than 50,000 years ago, and settlers from countries all around the world. Instead of crashing, the two planes became stuck together and made a safe. I hope that all of you enjoyed the video and learned something new as well. The large cities of perth, sydney and melbourne are iconic places to visit, with buzzing centres and a multitude of beaches, from the sands of bondi to the surf of trigg.
Funny trivia its not summer until the steering wheel is too hot to hold. Over half a million lights were placed on a canberra house last christmas. Ten fun facts about sydney, australia when planning a family trip to sydney it is a good idea to gather as much information as possible about this city that will host you for an exciting holiday. Australian magazine inside history explained that beneath st james railway station lays a submerged lake of the same name. But the amazing country has a lot of differences and amazing secrets than any other western country. The weather in the australian tropics has two very different seasons. Some facts from an australian born here 40 years ago in sth eastern nsw i love your facts, even i didnt know all of them. Officially known as the commonwealth of australia, it is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Check out australia trivia, fun facts and recipes plus a selection of travel ideas including tours and flights. We have a great ability to laugh at ourselves also and our spirit is legendary. Australia has the worlds largest cattle station ranch. The first inhabitants of australia were the aboriginals australians. Its easy to see why brisbane is such a popular holiday spot for australian and international tourists. Why jesus was an aussie he wore thongs if you are confused, please look up the meaning of thongs in the aussie slang dictionary.
Read this article for ten interesting facts about brisbane. Top 5 fun facts you probably hadnt heard australians claim to be a pretty patriotic bunch, but there are plenty of things we dont actually know about our country. Winter in australia is from june to august, so if youre looking to ski australians alps, plan accordingly. Australia is home to 21 of the worlds 25 most venomous snakes. The australian lyre bird can, among other things, imitate the sound of a mobile phone, a chainsaw, a camera clicking, and a car alarm. Australia is the only nation to govern an entire continent and its outlying islands. Facts about australia australias agriculture sector is very important to its economy.
Jan 26, 2017 aussies celebrate their bogan culture. During the years it has proved to be a popular tourist destination. The wet season lasts about six months in summer and spring, between december and march. Australians celebrate all sorts of things today on australia day, including their sense of humour and ability to take a joke. We hold the world record for the most number of christmas lights on a house. Australia has an interesting history from first being called new holland to then being home to lots of criminals who were sent there as punishment. An australian man once tried to sell new zealand on ebay.
More migrants move to sydney than any other australian city. To help you begin to get a feel for the region, read on for 10 fun facts about this friendly state but, before you leave make sure you pick up some souvenirs to take back home from. There are deadly spiders and snakes but also cute koalas and kangaroos. The first police force in australia was made up of the bestbehaved convicts when, in 1789, the night watch and the row boat guard were appointed by governor arthur phillip. Learn about australia attractions and people, food, australian. Contact travel nation to start planning a trip here. Here are some interesting facts about the australian shepherd.
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