Australia is New Zealand’s most important economic and political partner, taking 22.6 per cent of our total merchandise exports and providing 17.5 percent of imports in 20091. Australia is the largest investor in New Zealand, while each country is the other’s major market for tourism. What connection does Australia have with New Zealand? Foreign relations […]
Why are some Australian flags red?
The red in the lower half stands for the earth and the colour of ochre, which has ceremonial significance. The circle of yellow in the centre of the flag represents the sun. The Australian Aboriginal Flag is displayed at Aboriginal centres and is well recognised as the flag of Aboriginal peoples of Australia. Was Australia’s […]
Who is most at risk of obesity in Australia?
The latest National Health Survey shows that men are more likely to be overweight or obese than women (74.5 % compared with 59.7% respectively). Men and women living in regional and remote areas of Australia are more likely to be overweight or obese than men and women living in major cities. Who is most affected […]
Are there slums in Sydney?
Apart from a few rundown suburban blocks and areas, Sydney no longer has any slums as conventionally contrived. Are there any slums in Sydney? According to the United Nations Environment Program’s report The Challenge of Slums ‘[a]part from a few run-down suburban blocks and areas, Sydney no longer has any slums as is normally conceived, […]
What is the rainiest month in Australia?
The wettest month is usually March, but the wet season will be in effect from November to April. What month does it rain the most in Australia? JanuaryRainfall per Month in Australia 2017 While January is normally the wettest month in Australia, in 2017 it experienced an estimated 63% more rain than the average rainfall […]
Is Australian accent British?
The official language of Australia is English, but you may have noticed that the Australian accent is very different to any accent you would hear in the United Kingdom.Children develop an accent when they learn to speak, and so their accent comes from the world around them. Is Australian and British accent the same? English […]
How far apart are Australia and New Zealand?
The total straight line distance between Australia and New Zealand is 2325 KM (kilometers) and 707.26 meters. The miles based distance from Australia to New Zealand is 1445.1 miles. What is the closest distance between Australia and New Zealand? Closest point to Australia The shortest distance from New Zealand territory to Australian territory is from […]
What is the coldest temperature in Melbourne?
Melbourne’s coldest temperature ever was −2.8 °C (27.0 °F) on 21 July 1869. How cold does it get in Melbourne? In Melbourne, the summers are warm, the winters are cold and windy, and it is partly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 43°F to 79°F and is […]
How does the separation of powers protect human rights in Australia?
The separation of powers is an important feature of the protection of human rights since it allows a formal process for the actions of the Executive and the Legislature to be challenged in the courts. That these challenges occur is an essential aspect of the rule of law. How does separation of powers protect individual […]
Is New Zealand getting poorer?
In the 21st century concern has been growing that an increasing number of New Zealanders, especially children, have been pushed into poverty where poverty is defined in income terms as households living at below 60% of the national median income. Is New Zealand a poor country today? Approximately 305,000 children in New Zealand live in […]
What is the biggest primary school in Sydney?
Sydney Grammar School. Top 150 Primary Schools in NSW # School Name Search Volume 1 Sydney Grammar School 5300 2 St Aloysius’ College 3100 3 McAuley Catholic Primary School 20 4 John Colet School 400 What is the biggest primary school in NSW? From the perspective of attendance, Haileybury College is the largest primary school […]
Are salaries higher in Australia or New Zealand?
Stats NZ figures for the March quarter show the average weekly income for full time workers in New Zealand is $1328.43. In Australia, the average is A$1711.60 (NZ$1807.66) for full time workers, as of November, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Is it better to work in Australia or New Zealand? Australia will offer […]
Is New Zealand friendly to foreigners?
Despite Kiwis being friendly to strangers, foreigners find it hard to convert interactions with New Zealanders into actual meaningful friendships. Kiwis can come across as clique-y and disinterested in making new friends, and expats often find themselves befriending other expats instead. Are immigrants happy in New Zealand? We are also a country in which migrants […]
What ethnic group is white Australian?
European Australians are citizens or residents of Australia whose ancestry originates from the peoples of Europe. They form the largest panethnic group in the country. Since the early 19th century, people of European descent have formed the vast majority of the population in Australia. What do you call a white Australian? White Australian may refer […]
Where is Australia located in the world?
Australia is situated entirely in the southern hemisphere, between the Indian and the Pacific ocean, south of Maritime Southeast Asia and north of the Antarctic. With an area of 7,617,930 km², Australia is almost (95%) as large as the continental USA (excluding Alaska). Which part of the world is Australia? OceaniaAs part of the southern […]