Countries in Australia

Australia(Oceania) is the smallest continent in the world and the sixth largest country in the world,comprising of 17 countries.Here is the list of 17 countries in Australia and their capitals.

S.no.	Countries	Capitals
1.	Australia	Canberra
2.	East Timor	Dili
3.	Fiji	Suva
4.	Indonesia	Jakarta
5.	Kiribati	South Tarawa
6.	The Marshall Islands	Majuro
7.	Micronesia	Palikir
8.	Nauru	Yaren
9.	New Zealand	Wellington
10.	Palau	Melekeok
11.	Papua New Guinea	Port Moresby
12.	Samoa	Apia
13.	The Solomon Islands	Honiara
14.	Tonga	Nuku'alofa
16.	Tuvalu	Funafuti
17.	Vanuatu	Port Vila

Facts About Australia

1.It is the smallest continent in the world but the sixth largest country in the world.

2.Canberra, the capital of Australia and Mount Kosciuszko is the highest mountain in Australia.

3.Lake Eyre is the largest Lake in Australia.

4.Murray-Darling river system is the Longest River in Australia.

 Facts About Australia

5.It is sometimes called the land "Down Under".This is because if u look on a map,it is located in the bottom of the Earth.

6.Koalas,Kangaroos and platypuses are the animals mostly found in Australia.

7.Sydney is the biggest city in Australia.The Sydney Opera House is made to look like the white sails of the ship.

8.Australia is completely surrounded by water on all sides and so referred as " Island Continent".

9.Its population density is one of the lowest in the whole world.

10.Australia has many natural resources which include natural gas and petroleum, diamonds, nickel, uranium, bauxite, coal, zinc, tin, iron ore, mineral sands, silver, lead, and tungsten.


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Discovering Melbourne and delivering lifetime feast for eyes is my desire.

Melbourne Aquarium : First I want to visit the breathtaking GreatBarrier Reef-style exhibit.Dance of the Rays, movements of various aquatic animals(mainly mesmerizing sea jellies, spiky lion fish)want to observe and relax my mind forgetting myself.More excited  to run to the ice and WATCH majestic King and cheeky Gentoo penguins.If penquins DON'T BITE,want to take a snap sitting with penquins.Lastly in aquarium,want to walk in underwater close to giant stingrays, sharks and hundreds of amazing fish and have an unforgettaBLE EXPERIENCE for lifetime.

The Great Ocean Road :My eyes and heart want to capture the beauty of amazing coastal scenery,sandy beaches and jumping kangaroos.

My heart jumps to explore the spectacular city by kayak.Next Plan is to enjoy a on water dining experience in Yarra River.The sight of the colourful Yarra Valley with stunning waterfalls is enthralling and inspiring me to visit Melbourne.

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Attractive jumping Kangaroo

In Phillip Island, I have planned to spot Australia's largest fur seal colony, the Little Penguins,kangaroos and cuddly koalas.I am very keen to watch the parade of small penguins.Then love to experience bush walking,having leisure time in sandy beaches is the desire running in my mind.

Using Puffing Billy train ride visiting the forest areas,taking photos of diverse range of landscapes,Summerland Beach,French Island,Great Otway National Park I love to visit.

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Melbourne Planetarium,Galactic Circus is the very important spot I planned to give great fun time to my kids ,Ice Skating with my spouse.Royal botanic garden,Albert park-Countless birds,mammals,reptiles are there.I am specific to see -Emu bird and Epacris impressa flower and tall trees.

My mouth is watering and yearning to taste the Australia's traditional spongy and melted chocolate lamington cake.

Royal Botanic garden

               

Epacris impressa

Galactic Circus 

Art Galleries which attracted me....

I enjoyed by dreaming and visiting Melbourne by writing this post.Now it's your time to visit Melbourne NOW!’

Written for contest  "Its time to visit Melbourne"

Justin Bieber Performs On ‘Australia’s Got Talent’!

It’s been a while since we’ve seen Justin Bieber in action and it sounds as though his testicles ascended back into his body during his break from the stage. Indeed, when the young star performed ‘live’ on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ yesterday, his voice was noticeably higher than it has been in months.

Bieber thrilled his screaming fans with renditions of ‘Boyfriend’ and ‘his new single, ‘As Long As You Love Me’. He recently filmed the video for the latter in Los Angeles alongside Usher,will.i.am and his collaborator on the song, Big Sean.

Watch Bieber and his lighter voice perform on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ below:

Justin Bieber singing “As Long As You Love Me” live on Australia’s Got Talent 18th July 2012

Justin Bieber singing “Boyfriend” live on Australia’s Got Talent 18th July 2012

Put on a happy face! Selena Gomez dons a cheery t-shirt as she visits a children's hospital in New Zealand with Justin Bieber!

Selena Gomez made an inspired fashion choice today as she donned a yellow smiley face t-shirt for a visit to a children's hospital.

Accompanying pop sensation boyfriend Justin Bieber, the Disney star was all smiles as the couple continued their tour of the Antipodes with a visit to Starship Hospital in Auckland during a promotional visit to New Zealand.

The 19-year-old managed to mix style with a sense of fun as she teamed the light-hearted top with a trendy studded denim shirt and skinny black jeans.

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Smiley, happy people: Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez cheered up sick children during a visit to a hospital in New Zealand today

Canadian phenomenon Justin sported a white t-shirt under a sleeveless plaid shirt and waved to fans as the pair left the building.

Bieber has been an advocate for the Starship Foundation, calling on his fans to donate money in the launch of his Believe Charity Drive since November of last year.

The couple visited the sick children in advance of the teen's surprise show on Auckland's waterfront later this afternoon.

Fashion forward: Selena's choice of t-shirt seemed an appropriate choice for the event

  

Giving: Bieber has encouraged his fans to donate money to the Starship Foundation via his charity

Bieber's New Zealand schedule has been kept under wraps, but he is expected to bungy jump rom the Auckland Harbour Bridge again -  as he did on his last visit in 2010  - followed by a showcase for around 200 fans on Auckland's waterfront.

The location and time of the concert are being kept top secret to avoid a mob of fans showing up. 

Even those with tickets will not officially know where the concert is until later today.

Fans eagerly awaited his arrival from Australia at the Auckland airport last night but were disappointed when he avoided the main terminal.

Power couple: The pop stars have been drawing record crowds Down Under

Hopeful Beliebers also waited outside the Langham hotel this morning, the same place One Direction stayed in April, to catch a glimpse of the heartthrob.

The last time the teenage superstar was in New Zealand, a hysterical group of girls shoved his mother out of the way and stole his baseball cap causing speculation as to why he is reticent to appear.

Bieber is in New Zealand promoting his latest album, Believe, until Friday.

Justin Bieber performs at Fox Studios for Channel V.

 

Having just seen him exclusively unplugged, I so get the buzz. Sure, true "Beliebers" have "got" the social-media created and now universally-adored sensation since he emerged from YouTube.

But for me, it took an afternoon bus ride to a secret location in Sydney, evading pesky Bieberazzi on the way, and a solid set of seven acoustic songs to really cement the serious talent of Justin Bieber.

               

Sure, we've all been bombarded with the surname over the last few years, and to many, the hype and Beatles-type hysteria has had some dismissing him, or not even bothering to go beyond the hype. But as this gig proved, he is good. Very good.

               

The Bieber: Live and Intimate gig at Fox Studios had the Biebs performing acoustic songs from his new album, Believe, with his guitarist Dan Kanter.

       

While the new album debuted here at No.1, the Biebs didn't forget the crowd faves, his first mega-hit, Baby, and the more recent biggie, Boyfriend.

"We had 30,000 people apply for tickets and we could only have max 350 so it was a fierce competition,'' said Shaun James, Foxtel's music channel boss, who co-hosted the afternoon's "private" gig. Sean said 2Dayfm's Hot30 Countdown, Universal Music and Channel [V] will broadcast the intimate gig on Friday night.

          

Guests were asked to meet and check-in at Cargo Bar, a waterside hang on the King St Wharf in Sydney before being whisked off in buses to Fox Studios where security was tight. No appropriate wristband. Absolutely no entry.

After the bus ride to Fox, with names like Timomatic, Sarah de Bono, cricketer Shane Watson and wife Lee Furlong along for the ride, we waited until the proficient and cute Channel [V] and Top30 hosts pre-recorded their intros.

             

Finally, Justin wandered, humbly, onto the stage, wearing a Levi's denim vest, immaculate hair, his signature pumped-up kicks and a killer $30K solid gold Rolex. Well, just his doco Never Say Nevertook $US30 million, so he is allowed a little treat to himself.

He performed his new single As Long As You Love Me, as well asCatching Feelings and All Around The World.

His young crew of fans shrieked and watched much of the gig through the lenses of their iPhones and Galaxys (the only rule: no flash allowed) while pliable orange earplugs were supplied for those left wanting. Yes, there were a few mums verging on happily hysterical in the audience but the great thing about all of these Bieber-buffs was that they were just 100% happy. And there isn't anything wrong with that.

               

Certainly the biggest and most hyped gig Justin Bieber is doing while he's here is on the Seven Network's Sunrise, happening at the Overseas Passenger Terminal in Sydney tomorrow morning.

             

Another strictly security-controlled and ticketed event, for those who are still left wanting, he is performing on the Australia's Got Talent grand final tomorrow night before bidding his Aussie promotional duties farewell.

But like all seasoned celebs, Justin Bieber left all 350 of us with the promise that he will be back touring Australia within the year. Boy, I think I have turned into a Belieber.

Justin Bieber makes time for mum on trip!

Justin Bieber reckons his family keeps him humble.

It might not be easy for a teenage music superstar to stay grounded but Bieber thinks it's possible if you're surrounded by the right people.

Interviewed on the Seven Network's Today Tonight program on Tuesday, he was asked what had been the best piece of advice he had received.

"I'd probably say, you know, just to stay humble and keep your family close, keep the people that were there at the beginning there, because those are the people who cared and care enough to stay with you," Bieber said.

"The relationship with my family, always I keep that first. Last time I was here (in Australia) my grandparents were here with me.

"You need to pull up your pants, that's what my grandparents say all the time.

"Like my mum, its always something. They are always super proud of me no matter what... That's what keeps me humble and I do this for them."

The promotional interview with Bieber did not include any tough questions, nor did it probe his personal life or his relationship with Selena Gomez.

The 18-year-old Canadian recorded two songs on Monday for an episode of Australia's Got Talent in Melbourne, where he was mobbed by fans, mostly teenage girls.

He will sing three songs on Seven's Sunrise in Sydney on Wednesday morning.

Bieber said his arrival in Australia this time had not been as frenzied as when he last visited because he was prepared.

"(This time) the car scoots me right when I get off the plane, so I go into the car and can drive right off the tarmac," he said.

Justin Bieber Fever Hits Australia!

MORE than 50 Beliebers are lining the perimeter of The Olsen Hotel on Chapel St, South Yarra where they hope to catch a glimpse of their pop prince today.Hundreds of girls were chanting “We want Justin!” and waving up to the window of a suite at the five-star hotel.

They jumped on trains from around suburban Melbourne after Twitter rumours surfaced that the 18-year-old was returning to the same hotel that he stayed in during his visit to Melbourne last year.

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Langham sources said Bieber was not staying with them this time, but 
his fans were undeterred, saying they would wait all day.

Bieber will be in Australia for three days to promote his new album Believe.

Security is on lockdown with Bieber's record label Universal offering few details about the trip, which will include appearances on Australia's Got Talent, Sunrise and Channel [V].

Teenagers across the country have taken to Twitter to express their excitement, while the paparazzi is poised to pounce on Bieber as soon as he touches down in Australia.

"Guys it's really happening, after over a year Justin is coming back! Omg!" one fan Tweeted.

"10 hours and Justin is in the same country as me! Cannot contain my excitement ATM!!!!!" another fan wrote on the social networking site.

Last time the Canadian star visited in April 2010 it was pandemonium. A planned free concert, put on by the Seven Network's Sunrise program at Sydney's Circular Quay, was cancelled due to overcrowding.

As hordes of teens surged forward, things got so dangerous that Bieber pleaded with them to go home.

The television network is taking no chances this time, promising beefed up security to safeguard Bieber's Sunrise performance on Wednesday morning.

Justin Bieber Arrives In Australia And Takes Pictures With The Fans

The teen idol was to arrive in Melbourne at an undisclosed time on Sunday after departing Malaysia, where he performed at the MTV World Stage Live on Saturday.


'Hate these long flights. But worth it to see my fans in Australia', Bieber tweeted.
If you are to believe his dedicated followers then the Beeb' is here.


'AUSSIE BELIEBERS, WHO ELSE IS EXCITED? justinbieber IS FINALLY IN OUR COUNTRY!!!' one fan has Tweeted.


'WELCOME BACK TO AUSTRALIA JUSTIN, (3 good to have you back! :D' another fan tweeted.

Bieber, 18, will be in Australia for three days to promote his new album Believe.


Security is on lockdown with Bieber's record label Universal offering few details about the trip, which will include appearances on Australia's Got Talent, Sunrise and Channel (V).


The first pictures of Bieber in Australia: