Australia

Oceania · Capital Canberra

Australia is a country in Oceania. Its capital city is Canberra. It has a population of around 24,982,688 people. The main language is English and the official currency is the Australian dollar. It has no land borders.

Australia is a country in Oceania. Its capital is Canberra. It has a population of 24,982,688, with no land borders. The official language is English. The official currency is the Australian dollar.

Where is Australia?

Australia at a glance

Capital: Canberra
Population: 25.0M
Currency: Australian dollar
Language: English
Continent: Oceania
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Australia

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Bordering countries

Australia has no land borders.

Frequently asked questions about Australia

What is the capital of Australia?

The capital of Australia is Canberra.

What continent is Australia in?

Australia is located in Oceania.

What is the population of Australia?

Australia has a population of approximately 24,982,688 people.

What is the currency of Australia?

The official currency of Australia is the Australian dollar.

What language is spoken in Australia?

The main language spoken in Australia is English.

What is the flag of Australia?

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