Australia

Australia Sean Byrne

Aborigines

Aborigines are the native people of Australia. The name means from the beginning in Latin.The aborigines first travelled from south Asian country's, they travelled using land bridges and water passages meaning their evidence was lost under water due water increases.Theses people used lots of tools like the boomerang, bows and spears.Platypus

Type:Mammal Diet:CarnivoreSize:Head and body, 15 in (38 cm); Tail, 5 in (13 cm)Weight:3 lbs (1.4 kg)Size relative to a 6-ft (2-m) man:

kangaroo

The red kangaroos is the giant of the Australian kangaroos. It is widespread over the mainland. It lives on grasses, and often lives in quite big mobs. It can leap up to five metres long in a jump and so is quite fast over short distances to escape danger.Dingo

The Dingo is Australia's wild dog. It is found in Australia, in all states but Tasmania. They are found throughout the mainland of Australia, close to a source of water. The Dingo is a medium sized dog, with a bushy tail, and red to yellow coat. Dingos do not bark, but they do howl.It is not a native animal to Australia.Koala

The Koala is one of Australia's best known animals. It is an icon represented when promoting Australia to the tourist industry, and in general people adore these cuddly creatures. There are two species, the Southern Koalas and the Northern Koalas.Koalas are often referred to as a Koala bear. However they are not a bear. The name Koala comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "no drink", as Koalas get enough fluids through the eucalyptis leaves they feed on. Koalas are found all over east Australia, mainly in the south east.

echidna

Echidnas are monotremes, or mammals that lay eggs. They have a lower body temperature than other mammals, maintaining temperatures around 31-32 C (87.8-89.6 F). Similar to reptiles, their legs protrude outwards and then downwards, resulting in a waddling effect when they walk.

Culture

Australian culture is founded on stories of battlers, bushrangers and brave soldiers. Of sporting heroes, working heroes and plucky migrants. Its all about a fair go, the great outdoors and a healthy helping of irony. Today Australia also defines itself by its. Aboriginal heritage, vibrant mix of cultures, innovative ideas and a thriving art scene.the FlagThe stars on the flag depict the Southern Cross. Stars appear white in the sky. The Union Jack was placed there because Australia was a colony of England.

Culture Australia is a product of a unique blend of established traditions and new influences. The countrys original inhabitants, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, are the custodians of one of the worlds oldest continuing cultural traditions. They have been living in Australia for at least 40 000 years and possibly up to 60 000 years. The rest of Australias people are migrants or descendants of migrants who have arrived in Australia from about 200 countries since Great Britain established the first European settlement at Sydney Cove in 1788.In 1945, Australias population was around 7 million people and was mainly AngloCeltic. Since then, more than 6.5 million migrants, including 675 000 refugees, have settled in Australia, significantly broadening its social and cultural profile

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By Sean Byrne 1997 Jonkey EnterprisesPIANOBASSCHORDSPIANOTUBACHORDSSNARETOMBELLS