Australia
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Capital
Canberra
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Local time
15:10
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Population
24.96 m
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+61
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Currency
$ AUD (dollar)
Australia
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Capital
Canberra
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Local time
15:10
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Population
24.96 m
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+61
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Currency
$ AUD (dollar)
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Average Salary
$ 4 700
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Petrol price
€ 1.23 pl
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Precipitation
534mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
7 692 024 km2
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Protected Area
15%
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Forest Area
16%
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Agricultural area
52%
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Railways
9674km
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Annual air passengers
72.6 m
Population
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Ethnicity
Caucasian - 92 %
Asian - 7 %
aboriginal and other - 1 %
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Religion
Roman Catholic - 26 %
Anglican - 21 %
other Christian - 21 %
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Languages
English
Chinese
Italian
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Armed Forces
57 800
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Murders
1 per 100k
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Alcohol consumption
12.6 l/person
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Smoking
16.7%
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Diabetes
5.1%
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Tuberculosis
6 per 100k
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HIV
0.1%
Economy
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Industries
mining, industrial equipment, food processing, chemicals, steel
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Agriculture
wheat, barley, sugarcane, fruits, cattle, sheep, poultry
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Natural Resources
bauxite, coal, iron ore, copper, tin, gold, silver, uranium, nickel
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Energy Import
-192%
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Natural Resources
bauxite, coal, iron ore, copper, tin, gold, silver, uranium, nickel
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Renewable Energy
9%
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CO2 Emissions
361 262kt
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Ease of Business
14 (Best=1, Worst=200)
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ATMs per 100k people
165
What not to do when visiting Australia
Australia Don't extend your middle finger - it's rude.
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Australia Don't surf without knowing the etiquette, like don't drop into someone's wave, paddle outside of surfers line up, let others to have their run, hang onto your board…and many more.
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Australia Don't be offended being addressed by your first name. In Australia, first names are used both in personal greetings and business correspondence. Professional titles are not prominent in Australian business culture and are sometimes dismissed as pretentious.
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Did you know?
Australia has the longest continuous fence in the world. The ‘Dingo Fence’ is the longest construction in the world, stretching an almighty 5,412 km, which is even longer than the Great Wall of China.
Australia Don't eat, drink or smoke on public transport, most stores and public buildings.
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Australia Don't climb to Uluru (Ayers Rock) - it has spiritual significance to the local tribes, pay respect.
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Australia Don't swim outside the red and yellow flags at beaches for your safety - take the beach signs seriously.
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Australia Don't be surprised if you are asked to bring your own beer and meat for the grill when invited to a barbecue ("barbie") in Australia. Barbecues are the big part of Australian culture - people will typically bring their own beer or wine for their own consumption.
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Australia Don't forget to wear casual clothing if you're not going to a business function. For business, wear a dark business suit and tie for men or a skirt and blouse on a dress for women.
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Did you know?
Perth is Australia's windiest city.
Australia Don't get too close to another person when conversing. Maintain a decent personal space and direct eye contact when speaking to an Australian - it's important in their culture.
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Australia Don't bring with you the prohibited items, such as meat and egg products, dairy products or fresh fruit and vegetables.
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Australia Don't forget to greet with a smile and a handshake. It's customary to shake hands at the beginning and end of a meeting. "G'day, mate" is a popular casual greeting, particularly between individuals who have already known each other.
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Australia Don't touch, pat or hug other men in public - it can be considered as socially unacceptable.
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Australia Don't press forward in a queue - it's not tolerated.
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Did you know?
The only continent with no active volcanoes is Australia.
Australia Don't be late - punctuality has the same priority as in Europe.
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Australia Don't put your elbows on the table when eating, and do indicate that you are full by putting your knife and fork parallel on your plate with the utensil handles facing right.
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Australia Don't forget to learn some knowledge of major sports and how the local team is getting on if you want to associate with Australian males.
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Australia Don't forget a hat, sunscreen and mozzie spray - we've all heard that stories about ozone hole and skin cancer rate there , no?
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Australia Don't visit without appointment - unannounced visits are not part of Australian culture. Always make a call before you wish to meet the people.
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Did you know?
Australia was originally called New Holland.
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Australia Don't pet the dingos - they're wild dogs!
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Australia Don't blow your nose in public - it's socially unacceptable.
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Australia Don't sit in the back seat of a taxi if you are man alone or front passenger seat is not occupied. Woman travelling alone should sit in the back left passenger seat of the car.
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Australia Don't say "Put another shrimp on the barbie" - it won't you win any friends down under.
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Australia Don't be offended by local sarcasm or slang - Aussies are known for their sarcasm, dry wit and self-deprecating sense of humour.
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Did you know?
Australia has the largest sheep population.
Australia Don't forget to catch up on some local slang words, make sure you can ask for a beer size properly - pint, schooner, middy or pot? My shout!
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Australia Don't go to Fraser Island with an inexperienced driver - all wheel drive car is not always enough.
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Sydney Don't be surprised by what they wear or not wear on the beaches - Lady Jane is the nude beach in Sydney.
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Melbourne Don't jump into the Melbourne vs Sydney debate.
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Sydney Don't mention anything in Melbourne is better than Sydney.
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Did you know?
The fastest insect is the Australian dragonfly (its top speed is 57 km/h (35mp/h)).
Sydney Don't take anything too seriously.
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Sydney Don't expect Sydney city centre to be fully open on New Year's Eve - the centre around the fireworks is divided into multiple zones with entrance fees and often with the prohibition of alcohol.
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Sydney Don't forget that 'The coat hanger' is referring to the Sydney Harbour Bridge, that 'cozzies' is your swimming gear, that 'shoot through like a Bondi tram' is shooting through on your obligations and that Sydneysider is a term for one who lives in Sydney.
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Melbourne Don't dress for the weather, dress for every type of weather - factor 50 sunscreen, umbrella, windproof jacket…
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Melbourne Don't expect to go surfing, the waves are tiny. Better to go windsurfing or kiteboarding instead.
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Did you know?
Australia is the only country that is also a continent.
Sydney Don't necessarily be a cyclist here.
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Melbourne Don't pronounce it Mel-born, do pronounce it Mel-buhn (or Mel-behn) and learn the local lingo.
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