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Australia in Focus

Australia is a vibrant country with an outward looking focus. Australians are renowned for their self reliance and willingness to have a go. Australia today has a diverse multicultural and multiracial society which is reflected in its food, lifestyle and culture.

With diverse and breathtaking landscapes, Australia's natural beauty has captivated Australians and international visitors alike for generations. Aboriginal Australia represents the oldest continuing civilisation in the world, with a rich history and culture that is an important part of modern Australia’s makeup, From ‘Banjo’ Paterson's The Man from Snowy River to Crocodile Dundee, the Australian character has long been linked to the landscape through love of the bush and the outback. It is the landscape and geography that has contributed to developing the Australian character and spirit of having a go and pulling together in good times and in adversity.

The Australia in Focus section provides information about Australia's people, geography, government and symbols:

• People
• Geography and Climate
• Symbols and Icons
• Government