Wwhat is the total distance from Thunder Bay, Ontario to Sydney, Australia? (in km)
24,509 km
100
There is a mail box located on the:
A) Sydney Opera House
B) Great Barrier Reef
C) on top of the Sydney Bridge
The Great Barrier Reef
100
____is the largest monolith rock in the world and it is one of the greatest world natural wonders. _____ is considered to be an ideal activity at sunrise and sunset; it is the time when the range of colors across the red rock is available, changing in fascinating patterns. located in the northern territory of Australia and is a place that speaks of timeless folklore, rich indigenous culture and great spirituality.
ULURU
100
Mainland Territories in Australia?
TWO
100
Perth is Australia's fourth most populous city with a population of approximately....
1.7 million people
200
What is the approximate, total flight time from Toronto Canada to Sydney, Aaustralia?
25 hours, 25 min (approximately 2 days with wait time and differing flights)
200
Australia is home to the "Worlds Largest Fence" called the _____ Fence
Dingo Fence
200
The ____ beach is the longest beach in Australia and is approximately 222 km with beautiful aqua water and white, beautiful sand.
COORONG
200
Number of States?
Australia has 6 states:
1.Queensland
2. New South Wales
3. Victoria
4. South Australia
5. Western Australia
6. Tasmania
200
Kangaroos are native to Australia. There is said to be ___ different species of kangaroos located in Australia
3
The Red Kangaroo (Macropus rufus) - This is the largest marsupial in the world and the most common in Australia.
The Eastern Grey Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus) - This species ranges over the fertile eastern part of the continent.
The Western Grey Kangaroo (Macropus fuliginosus) - This species is found in the southern part of west Australia, near the coast of south Australia and the Darling River basin.
300
What is the total time difference between Thunder Bay and Sydney, Australia?
Australia is 15 hours ahead of Thunder Bay
300
Australia recieves more snow than Switzerland
TRUE OR FALSE?
TRUE
Every winter the Australian Alps have more snow cover than Switzerland. The Alps (or "Snowy Mountains") are part of the Great Dividing Range on the eastern side of the country. The Great Dividing Range stretches over 3.500 kilometers (2,200 mi) and runs from north to south through the states of Queensland
300
____ _____is the world’s largest sand island. You can call it hidden natural treasure. It is host of an endangered species of wild dogs, Dingos, and several types of fish found only in Australia. With the beaches that looks like haven, it is very popular holiday destination for people all over the world.
Fraser Island
300
Lamb, mutton and wool are one of Australia's largerst primary resources. Approximately how many sheep are in Australia?
At the turn of the new century (2000), there were estimated to be 120 million sheep in Australia. Due to the effects of ongoing drought and lower demand for wool due to the wool stockpile, this figure has gradually fallen to the point where there is currently an estimated 100 million sheep in Australia. Therefore, Australia has five times more sheep than people (22 million inhabitants).
300
The Sydney Opera House is a tourist attraction for many traveling to Sydney Australia.The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and is known for its beautiful appearance and architectire. The construction of this building started in the year of 1958 and opened in _____.
1973
400
what is the total DISTANCE (km) and TIME (hrs) from Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia and Melbourne, Victoria, Aaustralia?
DISTANCE = 3752 km
TIME = 42 hrs
400
Although Australia may be rich in biodiversity in terms of marine species, various ecosystems, types of habitat, ans animals/insects ___% of Australia is dry and arid and cannot support much vegetation
75%
400
Is a must see for all wine lovers when travelling to Australia; the major wine producing area of our nation and home to some of the most wonderful wines including the world famous Penfolds Grange Hermitage red wine.
The Barossa Valley
400
Beer or "tinny" is one of the most popular drinks consumed in Australia. How many major brewiers are there in Australia?
There are 9 major breweries located in Australia
400
There are six main bodies of water that surround the country of Australia. Those being ____, _____, _____, ____, ______, and _____
what is the approximate distance of the great barrier reef?
2,500 - 2,600 km
500
Australia is called home to the most venomous marine creature on the planet called the ___ ____ ____
The BOX JELLY FISH is considered the world's most venomous marine creature. The box jellyfish has killed more people in Australia than stonefish, sharks and crocodiles combined.
500
This place is named after an animal native to Australia and is a small and peaceful place. Here you can be close to wallabies, goannas, koalas, echidnas, dolphins, sea lions, penguins, fur seals, eagles, whales and ospreys.
Kangaroo Island
500
____ are being threatened and are even endangered in some areas of Australia. It is estimated that there are less than 80,000 of them left in the wild. This is due to their habitat and food source (*hint* Eucalyptus) being destroyed.