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Australia (.au)

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Clues

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Identity & symbols

Language

English; Uses the Latin alphabet with no special characters.

Culture

Prominent Indigenous art and culture, Australian fauna like kangaroos and koalas, and common features like barbecues in public parks.

Miscellaneous

Look for distinctively Australian wildlife, such as kangaroos on the roadside, and the presence of Australian flags in suburban areas.

Capital

Canberra

Environment & landscape

Environment

Diverse landscapes including beaches, deserts, rainforests, and bushland. Unique flora such as eucalyptus trees.

Infrastructure

Architecture varies from modern urban designs in cities to traditional outback buildings. Common use of corrugated iron in rural areas.

Coverage

True

Foliage

Common tree types include eucalyptus, acacia, and melaleuca; grasses are often drought-resistant varieties.

Topography

Australia features a diverse topography including flat plains, low hills, deserts, and the Great Dividing Range with its mountainous regions.

Roads & transportation

Cars

Vehicle registration plates typically have a white background with different color codes depending on the state or territory. Often include the state abbreviation.

Driving

Vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

Signs

Road signs are generally rectangular, with blue, green, or yellow backgrounds. Speed limits are in kilometers per hour (km/h).

Stop

Stop signs read 'STOP' in Australia.

Bollards

Bollards in Australia are often painted in bright colors or have reflective stripes for visibility.

Poles

Utility poles in Australia are typically wooden and often have cross-arms for wires, with some areas using metal poles.

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