About Australia
Australia is a diverse, unique and economically stable country with an established and internationally respected education system.
Australia, the world's smallest continent and largest island, is as big as the continental United States of America. Australia has some of the most majestic and beautiful scenery in the world.
Background information
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Population
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19 million
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Government
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Democratic (British System)
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Capital city
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Canberra
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States and territories
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New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania
Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory
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Religion
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Complete religious freedom
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Official language
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English
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Currency
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Australian dollar
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Popular destinations outside the state of Victoria include:
Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Central Australia
Great Barrier Reef and Fraser Island in Queensland,
Harbour Bridge, Sydney
Tasmania's wilderness
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