Australia

Interesting Facts on Australian Wildlife
A compilation of some interesting facts about the Australian wildlife, intended to give you an insight of the amazing biodiversity that this island nation boasts of. Continue reading for more information on animal species found in and around the Australian mainland.

Best Beaches in Sydney
Sydney harbors some of the best beaches you can find across the globe. Read the following article to find out the best beaches in Sydney, Australia that you shouldn't miss out on...

Interesting Facts about Tasmania, Australia
When Tasmania was discovered by Abel Janszoon Tasman, it was not 'Tasmania' but 'Van Diemen's Land'. More interesting facts about Tasmania, Australia follow...

How to Plan a Trip to Australia
Has Australia been on your wish list for quite a while now? Then read the following article on how to plan trip to Australia, to get a step-by-step process…

Top 10 Things to Do in Melbourne with Kids
Planning a trip to Melbourne with your family? Then you need to do little homework before you start packing your bags. Read on to know the top 10 things to do in Melbourne with kids, so that you don't miss out on any fun!

Interesting Facts about Melbourne, Australia
Read on about some of the interesting facts about Melbourne, Australia in the following article, before you book your tickets this vacation. Am sure it will help you plan your tour well...

Australian Food Facts
From lamingtons and pavlova to kangaroo burgers and emu steaks, Australia has a cuisine that is as unique and varied as its wildlife and vegetation. Scroll below for some facts about Australian food.

Australian Aboriginal Culture
This article will attempt to give you a glimpse of Australian Aboriginal culture and what all it covers. Have a read and explore this wonderful culture.

Best Places to Visit in Australia
Finally you have decided your travel destination and Australia it is going to be. Naturally, you would want to know the best places to visit in Australia. There are a number of places in Australia, which entice visitors. Read on to know more.

Places to See in Australia
Beaches and barbeques, smiling sun, pristinely vivid waters, vibrant night-life, unusual wildlife, a rich spirit-land of Aboriginal Australians whose enticing ancestral magic all comes together and has continually breezed in the wondrous spirituality and lucid excitement of an aeonian continent that is Australia. Here is an article if you'd like to know a bit about places to see in Australia.

The Dreamtime of Aboriginal Australians
For Indigenous Australians, the Dreamtime is a sacred time that explains how the universe was created.

Sydney Opera House Facts
Sydney Opera House, the landmark of Sydney is an architectural wonder. It's amongst the most recognizable prototypes that define the modern world. Read on to learn about Sydney Opera House facts.

Sydney Opera House History
Travel through time, as I explore Australia's culture portal, the Sydney Opera House history...

Racism Alive and Flourishing Down Under
Racism is back with a bang in Australia and its tremors are being felt almost everywhere...

Giant Iceberg Heads Australia's Way
A giant iceberg is heading towards the continent of Australia.

Top Three Expat Paradises - Australia, Canada and Thailand
A recent survey has come up with the conclusion that Australia, Canada and Thailand top the list of 'best places to live and earn'. The recent survey done by the research company Freshminds claim to have used many parameters when making the final judgment, namely income levels, quality of living and general enjoyment of living in the foreign land. Here are the details.

9 Hours, 370 Miles, All in One Shopping Trip
When most people get lost, they just stop somewhere, ask for directions and come back home. One 81 year old man however, got lost on a drive and was lost for 9 hours before he finally asked for help. Here's the news..

Australia Facts: Interesting Facts About Australia
The Land Down Under is an anomaly in many regards. It is an island, a country, and a continent at the same time. Keep reading to learn some very interesting facts about Australia.

Fun Facts about Australia
Did you know that the Parliament House of Australia is one of the largest buildings in the southern hemisphere? It is located in Canberra. Read on to know more fun facts about Australia.

Popular Foods in Australia
One can come across a wide variety of interesting and delectable foodstuffs in Australian cuisine. Here are some popular foods in Australia, which are in demand from the olden days till date.

The Charming Island of Tasmania
What can you find in Tasmania apart from Tasmanian devils? You can surely delight admiring the breathtaking scenery of the island; yes this is one of the most beautiful mountain areas in the world! The flora and fauna of the region makes your trip worth it!

Australian Aborigines
Australian Aborigines or Indigenous Australians are natives of the Australian continent. These descendants of the earliest known human inhabitants of the continent and the nearby islands are today forging ahead in every field; science, politics and law.

Harbour Bridge, Sidney's Pride
One of the most graceful constructions The Harbour Bridge, Sidney's pride!

Australia Facts
Thinking about taking a vacation? Want to know facts and features of countries all over the world? Here are some interesting facts about Australia.

Australia Seeks Future More Peaceful Than Its Past
News article discussing the newly forged security alliance between Japan and Australia.

McCartney Hysteria Sweeps Australia Once Again
News article about the chaos and hysteria surrounding the launch of Stella McCartney's budget range in Target stores across Australia.

The Future of Australia is Drugs
News article on the mass of drug busts at Melbourne's recent Future Music Festival...

Australia Can Be Exciting—But Look Out for Danger Down Under
Thousands of tourists head south to Australia each year for memorable vacations, but there are a few hazards that visitors should be aware of.

The Cocos (Keeling) A Jewel In The Indian Ocean
Surrounded by the unbelievably clean Indian Ocean, the Cocos (Keeling) are a haven for water based activities. Leafy green palm trees and white sand that lines the beaches, a kaleidoscope of colors of the lagoons. These islands are where the culture of the Cocos Malays reside.

Australia: The Slang Down Under
The slang language from Australia. Slang is usually the poetry of the common lot and the Aussies are an uncommonly poetic lot!

The Whispering Wall of Barossa Valley
Information about the dam in the beautiful, wine-growing Barossa Region of South Australia.

A Civilized Savagery: The Story of Stolen Generations
The story of Australia's stolen generations, is the story of cultural bigotry. Thousands of aboriginal children were forcibly taken away from their families, by government policy. It is a story that raises questions about the very notions of civilization that we hold dear.

Doctor in Australia Performs Emergency Surgery with Household Drill
Doctor Rob Carson used a household drill in the maintenance room of a hospital in rural Australia to save the life of a boy who had suffered severe head trauma.

New Australian Wildfires Start to Spread, Old Ones Re-ignite
With a recent rise in temperatures, some of the fires that had ravaged Australia earlier this month have started to spread again and new areas are being threatened.

Death Toll in Australian Wildfires Above 150
Arson is suspected and the Prime Minister has referred to the event as mass murder as wildfires that appear to have been intentionally set rage through parts of Australia.

"Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin Killed by Stingray in Australia
One of Australia’s favorite sons, Steve Irwin, was killed by the barb of a stingray Monday while filming an underwater documentary on the Great Barrier Reef.

Survivor: Love in the Australian Outback
Surprisingly enough, the most intriguing romance of Survivor 2: The Australian Outback only involved one of the show's cast members.

From The Land Down Under: Australian Government Questions 'Survivor' Flight
The Land Down Under is now questioning whether the expensive lift its military provided to 'Survivor' contestants was justified.