Australia Facts

Australia for Kids

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Here are some interesting Australia Facts which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids.

  • Name: Commonwealth of Australia
  • Government: Democracy
  • Population: About 25.5 million (2021)
  • Urban Population: 90%
  • Capital: Canberra with 462,000 people (2021)
  • Language: English
  • Unemployment: 12%
  • Currency: 1 Australian dollar ($) = 100 cents
  • Religion: mainly Christians
  • Timezones: 3
  • National Symbols: Golden wattle (flower), opal (gemstone), green and gold (colours) and the Commonwealth Star (a seven-pointed star)
  • National Animals: Kangaroo, emu
  • National Holiday: 26 January (Australia Day)
  • National Anthem: Advance Australia Fair