Australia and Its People
History, geography, national symbols, and Indigenous peoples
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What this topic covers
This section covers the history, geography, and symbols that make Australia unique:
- Australia's Indigenous peoples — Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures
- Key historical events: the First Fleet (1788), Federation (1 January 1901), ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day
- National symbols: the Australian flag, the Commonwealth Star, the Southern Cross, the coat of arms
- Geography: the six states, two territories, and their capital cities
- National emblems: the wattle (floral emblem), kangaroo, emu, and the national colour (green and gold)
Other topic areas
Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties
Australian democracy, freedoms, rights, and civil liberties
Government and the Law in Australia
Parliament, courts, federal/state/local government structure, and law
Australian Values
Mateship, equality, multiculturalism, and civic participation