Australia is a massive country with endless opportunities and things to explore. With a diverse range of landscapes and climates, nature and wildlife to discover. From the Tropical North to the Outback in the centre, vibrant cities, endless beaches and national parks. Australia really has something for everyone. While you dream away about your next holiday to this incredible place, we have put together a collection of quirky facts about Australia.
With one-third of the state made up of national parks, or is World Heritage protected. It is a walker's paradise.
With an area of 23,677 square kilometres, Anna Creek Station was originally established in 1863.
The world's longest earthworm can be found in Gippsland, Victoria. The giant Gippsland earthworm can stretch out up to four metres!
The world's longest piece of straight railway line stretches 478 kilometres across the Nullarbor Plain in South Australia.
The Great Barrier Reef is the largest living ecosystem in the world. It can even be seen from space!
Located in the Northern Territory, Kakadu National Park is truly a special place to visit.
Of course, they picked the best behaved!
Nullarbor Links. The 18 hole course is located along 1365 kilometres of the Eyre Highway.
The Eyre Highway in Western Australia is 148 kilometres long.
Located between Alice Springs and Adelaide, Coober Pedy is a mining town, supplying 80% of Australia's opals. Restaurants, shops, museums, and even the local church are all located underground!
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