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Explore the land down under with its unique wildlife, iconic landmarks, vibrant cities, and distinctive culture. From the Outback to the Great Barrier Reef, discover what makes Australia extraordinary.
| Emu | Large flightless bird that appears on coat of arms |
| Bush | Wild uncultivated country especially in interior |
| Dingo | Wild dog native to Australian continent |
| Koala | Tree dwelling marsupial that eats eucalyptus leaves |
| Perth | Capital city of Western Australia |
| Uluru | Aboriginal name for sacred red rock formation |
| Darwin | Capital city of Northern Territory |
| Hobart | Capital city of island state Tasmania |
| Kakadu | National park with Aboriginal rock art |
| Sydney | Largest city famous for Opera House and Harbour Bridge |
| Wombat | Stocky burrowing marsupial with cube shaped droppings |
| Cricket | Popular sport played on oval field with bat and ball |
| Echidna | Spiny egg laying mammal found only in Australia |
| Outback | Vast remote interior regions of continent |
| Adelaide | Capital city of South Australia known for festivals |
| Brisbane | Capital of Queensland and third largest city |
| Canberra | Purpose built capital city in Australian Capital Territory |
| Kangaroo | Iconic marsupial that hops on powerful hind legs |
| Platypus | Unusual egg laying mammal with duck bill |
| Tasmania | Island state known as Tassie with unique wildlife |
| Vegemite | Dark spread made from yeast extract |
| Ayers Rock | Sacred monolith also known as Uluru |
| Billabong | Isolated pond left by changing watercourse |
| Boomerang | Traditional hunting tool that returns when thrown |
| Crocodile | Large reptile found in northern rivers and coasts |
| Dreamtime | Aboriginal creation stories and spiritual beliefs |
| Melbourne | Cultural capital and second largest city |
| Didgeridoo | Traditional wind instrument made from hollow wood |
| Blue Mountains | Mountain range west of Sydney with eucalyptus forests |
| Great Barrier Reef | Largest coral reef system in the world |
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