Aboriginal Art to Ayers Rock
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Aboriginal Art
Where to find and view Aboriginal art in Sydney. A sampling of uniquely Australian indigenous art.
Where to find and view Aboriginal art in Sydney. A sampling of uniquely Australian indigenous art.
Aboriginal Australia's Olympic Heroes
Cathy Freeman and Nova Peris-Kneebone are Aboriginal Australia's top Olympic heroes in the women's track events.
Cathy Freeman and Nova Peris-Kneebone are Aboriginal Australia's top Olympic heroes in the women's track events.
Aboriginal Life and Culture: Indigenous Experiences in Perth
While indigenous experiences of Aboriginal life and culture are generally associated with the Outback regions, Perth and its environs provide an insight into Aboriginal life, art, culture and history through Aboriginal arts and crafts and a range of Aboriginal tours on offer.
While indigenous experiences of Aboriginal life and culture are generally associated with the Outback regions, Perth and its environs provide an insight into Aboriginal life, art, culture and history through Aboriginal arts and crafts and a range of Aboriginal tours on offer.
Adelaide Central Business District Map
Map of the heart of South Australia's capital city, particularly the area south of the Torrens River.
Map of the heart of South Australia's capital city, particularly the area south of the Torrens River.
Adelaide Festival of the Arts
The biennial Adelaide Festival of the Arts is renowned throughout Australian arts circles and in many cultural centres of the world.
The biennial Adelaide Festival of the Arts is renowned throughout Australian arts circles and in many cultural centres of the world.
Adelaide Hills
So close to the city but really a world apart. Picturesque townships and attractions.
So close to the city but really a world apart. Picturesque townships and attractions.
Adelaide Region Map
Map of the region surrounding the capital of South Australia.
Map of the region surrounding the capital of South Australia.
Adelaide, South Australia
A look at one of Australia's totally planned cities. Capital of South Australia.
A look at one of Australia's totally planned cities. Capital of South Australia.
Advance Australia Fair: Australian National Anthem
Advance Australia Fair is the national anthem of Australia. It is a revised version of a late 19th century patriotic song, and was officially declared the national anthem on April 19, 1984.
Advance Australia Fair is the national anthem of Australia. It is a revised version of a late 19th century patriotic song, and was officially declared the national anthem on April 19, 1984.
Adventure World Theme Park
Water-themed rides, roller coasters, a race track and various other attractions combine to make Adventure World, 20 minutes by road south of Perth city, and 15 minutes from Fremantle, a favorite fun park for the young and the young at heart.
Water-themed rides, roller coasters, a race track and various other attractions combine to make Adventure World, 20 minutes by road south of Perth city, and 15 minutes from Fremantle, a favorite fun park for the young and the young at heart.
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
A visit to Australia's Red Centre and a town called Alice.
A visit to Australia's Red Centre and a town called Alice.
Amazing Australia: Pictures
Australia's unique landscape and seascape create an amazing Australia with features found not only in the far reaches of the Outback but also along the more accessible coasts.
Australia's unique landscape and seascape create an amazing Australia with features found not only in the far reaches of the Outback but also along the more accessible coasts.
Anzac Biscuits
Anzac biscuits are part of the legend, history and story about Australian and New Zealand involvement in World War I, with Anzac biscuit sales contributing to the war effort and assisting war veterans.
Anzac biscuits are part of the legend, history and story about Australian and New Zealand involvement in World War I, with Anzac biscuit sales contributing to the war effort and assisting war veterans.
Anzac Biscuits - Recipe
There are various receipes for what are now commonly known as Anzac biscuits. Here's one Anzac biscuits recipe.
There are various receipes for what are now commonly known as Anzac biscuits. Here's one Anzac biscuits recipe.
Anzac Day: We Will Remember Them
Australia and New Zealand honor their soldiers who fought in the wars, from Gallipoli to the presentday.
Australia and New Zealand honor their soldiers who fought in the wars, from Gallipoli to the presentday.
Anzac Memorial, Sydney
A focal point for remembering war and the search for peace.
A focal point for remembering war and the search for peace.
Anzacs: The Fighting Men of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps
The story of the Anzacs, born in the flames of war, was firmly forged on April 25, 1915, with the landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli in what is now known as Turkey.
The story of the Anzacs, born in the flames of war, was firmly forged on April 25, 1915, with the landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli in what is now known as Turkey.
Arnhem Land
Aboriginal homeland at the Top End east of Darwin. Find out what you can see and where you can go.
Aboriginal homeland at the Top End east of Darwin. Find out what you can see and where you can go.
Around Australia on Highway 1
Highway 1, which may come under different names in various regions of Australia, takes you on a circular route, mostly along the coast, through New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and Queensland.
Highway 1, which may come under different names in various regions of Australia, takes you on a circular route, mostly along the coast, through New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and Queensland.
Arriving in Sydney: From the Airport to the City
Here's what to do on arriving in Sydney and how best to get to your hotel.
Here's what to do on arriving in Sydney and how best to get to your hotel.
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Sydney's Art Gallery of New South Wales is a treasurehouse of various types of art displayed in permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Sydney's Art Gallery of New South Wales is a treasurehouse of various types of art displayed in permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Athens 2004 Olympics: Australia's Medal Winners
Australian medal winners at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games held from August 13 to 29, 2004.
Australian medal winners at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games held from August 13 to 29, 2004.
Aussie Nasties
While Australia is one of the safest places to visit, there may be dangers just around the corner. Here are some nasties to avoid: crocs, sharks, spiders, jellyfish...
While Australia is one of the safest places to visit, there may be dangers just around the corner. Here are some nasties to avoid: crocs, sharks, spiders, jellyfish...
Aussiespeak: Understanding Australian
For visitors coming Down Under, knowing a bit of Australian will certainly be helpful. Don't let language become a barrier to great friendships.
For visitors coming Down Under, knowing a bit of Australian will certainly be helpful. Don't let language become a barrier to great friendships.
Australia by Train
With the Ghan starting rail journeys to Darwin in February 2004, Australian transcontinental rail routes not only run east-west but also north-south.
With the Ghan starting rail journeys to Darwin in February 2004, Australian transcontinental rail routes not only run east-west but also north-south.
Australia Day
Australia commemorates the establishment of the first white settlement at Sydney Cove.
Australia commemorates the establishment of the first white settlement at Sydney Cove.
Australia Interactive Map
This map of Australia has clickable links to major towns and cities within Australia.
This map of Australia has clickable links to major towns and cities within Australia.
Australia / New Zealand Map
Section of Oceania map shows the relative locations and geographical areas of Australia and New Zealand.
Section of Oceania map shows the relative locations and geographical areas of Australia and New Zealand.
Australia Photo Tour
Pictures from Australia's six states and two mainland territories provide a glimpse into both the unique and the everyday.
Pictures from Australia's six states and two mainland territories provide a glimpse into both the unique and the everyday.
Australia Quiz
Test your knowledge of Australia.
Test your knowledge of Australia.
Australia Travel Planner
Your first trip to Australia? Here are a few pointers on getting organised for your trip - with links to resources, too.
Your first trip to Australia? Here are a few pointers on getting organised for your trip - with links to resources, too.
Australia Travel Planner: Going Interstate
Here's your guide to traveling away from Sydney and into Queensland, the Northern Territory, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia.
Here's your guide to traveling away from Sydney and into Queensland, the Northern Territory, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia.
Australia Travel Planner: The Australians
Here's your short guide to knowing what Australians are like and some of the Aussie words and phrases they use.
Here's your short guide to knowing what Australians are like and some of the Aussie words and phrases they use.
Australian Attractions
Australia's attractions are to be found throughout the length and breadth of the continent.
Australia's attractions are to be found throughout the length and breadth of the continent.
Australian Centre for the Moving Image
The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), across four levels of the Deakin Building in Federation Square, houses two multi-format cinemas and the world's largest dedicated screen gallery.
The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), across four levels of the Deakin Building in Federation Square, houses two multi-format cinemas and the world's largest dedicated screen gallery.
Australian Cyclones: How They Are Rated
Australian tropical cyclones are rated in five categories according to their strongest wind speed.
Australian tropical cyclones are rated in five categories according to their strongest wind speed.
Australian DVD and Video Cassette Buying Guide
Be sure you can play on your machine the DVD or video cassette you buy in Australia.
Be sure you can play on your machine the DVD or video cassette you buy in Australia.
Australian Federation History
Australian federation history had its formal beginnings in 1889 but only took place on January 1, 1901.
Australian federation history had its formal beginnings in 1889 but only took place on January 1, 1901.
Australian Flag
Here's a picture and description of the Australian flag.
Here's a picture and description of the Australian flag.
Australian Garden
Less than an hour's drive from Melbourne, the Australian Garden of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne is a showplace of Australian native flora with a gallery of exhibition gardens, sculpture and displays.
Less than an hour's drive from Melbourne, the Australian Garden of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne is a showplace of Australian native flora with a gallery of exhibition gardens, sculpture and displays.
Australian Governor-General's Role
The Governor-General of Australia is the official representative of the Queen as head of state, and has such powers, duties and responsibilities as have been entrusted to him.
The Governor-General of Australia is the official representative of the Queen as head of state, and has such powers, duties and responsibilities as have been entrusted to him.
Australian Governors-General
Australia has had 21 Governors-General since Federation in 1901.
Australia has had 21 Governors-General since Federation in 1901.
Australian Money: Banknotes and Coins
Australian money consists of plastic banknotes and gold and silver coins. Know how they look and feel to avoid confusion.
Australian money consists of plastic banknotes and gold and silver coins. Know how they look and feel to avoid confusion.
Australian National Anthem: Advance Australia Fair
Advance Australia Fair is the national anthem of Australia. It is a revised version of a late 19th century patriotic song, and was officially declared the national anthem on April 19, 1984.
Advance Australia Fair is the national anthem of Australia. It is a revised version of a late 19th century patriotic song, and was officially declared the national anthem on April 19, 1984.
The Australian Open 2006: Grand Slam Tennis Tournament
The 2006 Australian Open Grand Slam tennis tournament is being played at Melbourne Park from January 16 to January 29.
The 2006 Australian Open Grand Slam tennis tournament is being played at Melbourne Park from January 16 to January 29.
Australian Open 2009
The Australian Open, the first of the world's four Grand Slam tennis tournaments during the year, takes place at Melbourne Park from January 12 to 25, 2009.
The Australian Open, the first of the world's four Grand Slam tennis tournaments during the year, takes place at Melbourne Park from January 12 to 25, 2009.
Australian Parliament House
Australia's Parliament House is an architectural icon and symbol of government.
Australia's Parliament House is an architectural icon and symbol of government.
Australian Population
Census Night 2001 showed how the Australian population was at the time.
Census Night 2001 showed how the Australian population was at the time.
Australian Postcodes
For those used to the American postal system, Australian postcodes are the equivalent of American zip codes.
For those used to the American postal system, Australian postcodes are the equivalent of American zip codes.
Australian Theme Parks
Australian theme parks with a variety of rides and a carnival atmosphere are a particular attraction for the young and the young at heart. Here's where to find them.
Australian theme parks with a variety of rides and a carnival atmosphere are a particular attraction for the young and the young at heart. Here's where to find them.
Australian Travel Planner
Here's a guide to planning your trip to Australia: what to do, what to see, what the different states and territories offer
Here's a guide to planning your trip to Australia: what to do, what to see, what the different states and territories offer
Australian Tropical Cyclones: How They Are Rated
Australian tropical cyclones are rated in five categories according to their strongest wind speed.
Australian tropical cyclones are rated in five categories according to their strongest wind speed.
Australian Visa Centres
Here are some Australian visa centres where you could get a visa to visit Australia.
Here are some Australian visa centres where you could get a visa to visit Australia.
Australian Visa: Do You Need One?
Here's visa and travel information on what you need to visit Australia.
Here's visa and travel information on what you need to visit Australia.
Australian War Memorial
The memorial is not only a shrine to Australia's sons and daughters who served in the wars but also a museum housing the histories and relics of the conflicts in which Australia has been involved.
The memorial is not only a shrine to Australia's sons and daughters who served in the wars but also a museum housing the histories and relics of the conflicts in which Australia has been involved.
Australian War Memorial: Born of Gallipoili and the Western Front
The Australian War Memorial in Canberra was born of Gallipoli and the Western Front.
The Australian War Memorial in Canberra was born of Gallipoli and the Western Front.
Australian Weather and Climate
Know what the Australian weather is like and what clothes you should wear.
Know what the Australian weather is like and what clothes you should wear.
Australian Wines from New South Wales
The best Australian wines from New South Wales are selected by the NSW Wine Industry Association each year.
The best Australian wines from New South Wales are selected by the NSW Wine Industry Association each year.
Australia's Largest State
A look at Western Australia and its innumerable and unique attractions.
A look at Western Australia and its innumerable and unique attractions.
Australia's National and State Flowers
Australia and its states and major territories have national, state and territory flowers as their floral emblems.
Australia and its states and major territories have national, state and territory flowers as their floral emblems.
Australia's Newest Cardinal
Sydney Archbishop George Pell was elevated to cardinal at a consistory in Rome on October 21, 2003.
Sydney Archbishop George Pell was elevated to cardinal at a consistory in Rome on October 21, 2003.
Australia's Red Centre
Uluru and Alice Springs, the quintessential Australian Outback.
Uluru and Alice Springs, the quintessential Australian Outback.
Australia's World Heritage Sites
Sixteen World Heritage sites inscribed by the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations are to be found in Australia.
Sixteen World Heritage sites inscribed by the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations are to be found in Australia.
Ava Captain Cook at Rhyming Slang
Now you won't be standing up, or sitting down, open-mouthed as your Aussie mates bandy rhyming slang all around you.
Now you won't be standing up, or sitting down, open-mouthed as your Aussie mates bandy rhyming slang all around you.
Ayers Rock
Monolithic rock in the heart of Australia, now better known as Uluru.
Monolithic rock in the heart of Australia, now better known as Uluru.