Australia, officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country and continent located in the Southern Hemisphere, southeast of Asia. Known for its unique wildlife, including kangaroos and koalas, and iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Great Barrier Reef, Australia boasts diverse landscapes from arid deserts to lush rainforests. A developed nation with a high quality of life, Australia has a multicultural society with a rich Indigenous history dating back tens of thousands of years. Its major industries include mining, agriculture, and tourism.
