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1 day ago · Australia is the smallest continent and one of the largest countries on Earth, lying between the Pacific and Indian oceans in the Southern Hemisphere. Its capital city is Canberra, and its most important economic and cultural centers are Sydney and Melbourne.
1 day ago · The continent of Australia, sometimes known in technical contexts by the names Sahul (/ s ə ˈ h uː l /), Australia-New Guinea, Australinea, Oceania, or Meganesia to distinguish it from the country of Australia, is located within the Southern and Eastern hemispheres.
2 days ago · Australia is an arid continent; fully one-third of its area is occupied by desert, another third is steppe or semidesert, and only in the north, east, southeast, and southwest is precipitation adequate to support vegetation that significantly protects the land surface from weathering.
4 days ago · View full map. Things to do in the Blue Mountains. Meander around the mountains. With over 140 kilometres (87 miles) of track, the Blue Mountains has a bush walk to suit everyone. Immerse yourself in nature by climbing down to the valley floor and up along rugged escarpments where you will find waterfalls and breathtaking views.
3 days ago · Map of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Canberra, federal capital of the Commonwealth of Australia. It occupies part of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), in southeastern Australia, and is about 150 miles (240 km) southwest of Sydney.
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2 days ago · View full map. Top things to do in Perth. Swim at Perth's beaches. This stretch of coastline offers white sand beaches, calm waters, snorkelling sites, surf waves and quaint cafés. With many idyllic escapes just minutes from the city, you can stay until sunset and easily make it back to your accommodation. Snap a quokka selfie on Rottnest Island.
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10 hours ago · Toowoomba (150k) 18. Ballarat (116k) 19. Bendigo (105k) 20. Albury–Wodonga (100k) These lists of Australian cities by population provide rankings of Australian cities and towns according to various systems defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics . The eight Greater Capital City Statistical Areas are listed for the state and territory ...
