Australia: flag, capital and facts

Australia is a country in Oceania (Australia & Oceania). Its capital is Canberra. Population — 27,196,812. Area — 7,692,024 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of Australia

The Union Jack and the Southern Cross constellation.

The capital of Australia — Canberra

Canberra is the capital of Australia. The capital isn't Sydney — it's Canberra, built halfway between Sydney and Melbourne.

Facts about Australia

Official name: Commonwealth of Australia
Capital: Canberra
Continent: Australia & Oceania
Region: Oceania
Population: 27,196,812
Area: 7,692,024 km²
Currency: AUD ($)
Status: UN member state
Coordinates: -27°, 133°

How to remember the name

The nameAustralia — kangaroos and koalas.

Did you know?

Kangaroos and emus can't walk backwards — that's why they're on the coat of arms.

Flags that look alike

These flags are easy to mix up with the flag of Australia — in the game they are trained side by side, so the difference sticks.

Other countries of Oceania

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