Australian States & Territories
There are 6 states and 3 territories in Australian States & Territories. Canberra is the capital.
6 states and 3 territories
Australia is made up of 6 states and 3 territories (including the Jervis Bay Territory). The states have their own constitutions and parliaments, while the territories are governed by the Commonwealth government.
A continent of contrasts
Australia is the world's sixth-largest country by area and the only country that occupies an entire continent. Its states and territories range from the tropical north of Queensland to the temperate south of Victoria and the arid interior of Western Australia.
Australian States & Territories at a glance
- Eastern Australia3 regions
- Southern Australia3 regions
- Western Australia1 regions
- Northern Australia1 regions
Frequently asked questions
How many states does Australia have?+
Australia has 6 states: New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia. It also has 3 territories: the Australian Capital Territory, the Northern Territory, and the Jervis Bay Territory.
What is the difference between a state and a territory?+
Australian states have their own constitutions and full legislative powers under the Commonwealth. Territories have a more limited form of self-government, with the Commonwealth Parliament retaining the power to override territory legislation.
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