Australia Culture
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Background Notes Archive - East Asia and the Pacific
Background Notes: Australia, October 1998Released by the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific AffairsU.S. Department of StateOfficial Name: Commonwealth of AustraliaPROFILEGeographyArea: 7.7 million sq. km. (3 million sq. mi.); about the size of the 48 continental United States.Cities: (1998) Capital--Canberra (pop. 310,100). Other cities--Sydney (4.0 million), Melbourne (3.5 million), Brisbane (1.5 million), Perth (1.3 million).Terrain: Varied, but generally low-lying.Climate: Relatively dry, ranging from temperate in the south to tropical in the north.PeopleNationality: Noun and adjective--Australian(s).Population (1998): 18.7 million.Annual growth rate: 1.3%.Ethnic groups: European 92%, Asian 7%, Aboriginal 1%.Religions: Anglican 22%, Roman Catholic 27%, other Christian 22%, other non-Christian 3%, No religion 17%.Languages: English.Education: Years compulsory--to age 15 in all states except Tasmania, where it is 16. Literacy--99%.Health: Infant mortality rat ... [Read More]
Department of State Washington File: Conference Considers the Role of Culture as Diplomatic Initiative
The Aga Khan viewed as "significant," and "a source of great hope," the convening of the conference, which he suggested mirrored U.S. interest in sustaining the concept of "cultural pluralism in society and in culture around the world." He cited several areas in which the United States can have an impact. These included assisting numerous societies "to convey to the world their cultures in English," to bolster cultural institutions in the developing world, to provide the "economic context" enabling artists in Asia and Africa to "survive from their commitments to culture," and to use its global communications capacity "to enhance understanding of the pluralism of human culture." ... [Read More]
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U.S. Department of State Background Notes: Australia, November 1997 Released by the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs.Official Name: Commonwealth of AustraliaPROFILEGeographyArea: 7.7 million sq. km. (3 million sq. mi.); about the size of the 48 continental United States.Cities: Capital--Canberra (pop. 310,100). Other cities--Sydney (3.7 million), Melbourne (3.1 million), Brisbane (1.3 million), Perth (1.2 million).Terrain: Varied, but generally low-lying.Climate: Relatively dry, ranging from temperate in the south to tropical in the north.PeopleNationality: Noun and adjective--Australian(s).Population (1997): 18.3 million.Annual growth rate: 1.3%.Ethnic groups: European 92%, Asian 7%, Aboriginal 1%.Religions: Anglican 26%, Roman Catholic 26%, other Christian 24%, non-Christian 11%.Languages: English.Education: Years compulsory--to age 15 in all states except Tasmania, where it is 16. Literacy--99%.Health: Infant mortality rate--6/1,000. Life expect ... [Read More]
Background Notes Archive - East Asia and the Pacific
U.S. Department of StateBackground Notes: Australia, May 1996Bureau of East Asian and Pacific AffairsPrepared and released by the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, Office of Australia and New Zealand AffairsMay 1996Official Name: Commonwealth of AustraliaPROFILEGeographyArea: 7.7 million sq. km. (3 million sq. mi.); about the size of the 48 continental United States.Cities: Capital--Canberra (pop. 310,100). Other cities--Sydney (3.7 million), Melbourne (3.1 million), Brisbane (1.3 million), Perth (1.2 million).Terrain: Varied, but generally low-lying.Climate: Relatively dry, ranging from temperate in the south to tropical in the north.PeopleNationality: Noun and adjective--Australian(s).Population (1995): 18.2 million.Annual growth rate: 1.1%.Ethnic groups: European 94%, Asian 5%, Aboriginal 1%.Religions: Anglican 24%, Roman Catholic 26%.Languages: English.Education: Years compulsory--to age 15 in all states except Tasmania, where it is 16. Literacy ... [Read More]
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Culture and Diplomacy Transcript: Clinton Remarks at White House Culture & Diplomacy Conference ... Transcript: Albright Remarks at White House Culture & Diplomacy Conference ... [Read More]
Frequently Asked Questions - General Information
If you are interested in Australia, the country and its culture, please contact the Australian Embassy in the country where you reside. Americans should contact their nearest Australian Consulate General or the Australian Embassy in Washington, D.C. ... • Agriculture ... [Read More]
Department of State Washington File: Transcript: Albright at White House Culture/Diplomacy Conference
And a lot of people would come and visit from Europe, and they would say, "There's no culture in America." And I got kind of fed up with that as I became a real American. And I know that we get criticized a lot for being nekulturni or a different kind of culture, but to me the strength of this country is the variety of the culture that we have. And so I think that we have a lot to learn from other cultures, but I do think that the United States has a great deal to offer in terms of the way that we have managed to meld the variety of cultures. ... [Read More]
Consulate General of the U.S. Sydney
"The men and women of ESG-5 are excited at the opportunity to experience Australia's history and culture as well as Australia's world famous hospitality." said Rear Admiral Christopher Ames, Commander of ESG-5, embarked aboard Bonhomme Richard. "These Sailors and Marines have performed admirably in every facet of a demanding but rewarding deployment. I am proud to serve with men and women whose performance and professionalism have been second to none. This is a well deserved opportunity to relax, represent our country and see the sights of Australia." ... [Read More]
Australia (12/04)
Much of Australia's culture is derived from European roots, but distinctive Australian features have evolved from the environment, aboriginal culture, and the influence of Australia's neighbors. The vigor and originality of the arts in Australia--films, opera, music, painting, theater, dance, and crafts--are achieving international recognition. ... Australia's aboriginal inhabitants, a hunting-gathering people generally referred to as Aboriginals and Torres Straits Islanders, arrived more than 40,000 years ago. Although their technical culture remained static--depending on wood, bone, and stone tools and weapons--their spiritual and social life was highly complex. Most spoke several languages, and confederacies sometimes linked widely scattered tribal groups. Aboriginal population density ranged from 1 person per square mile along the coasts to 1 person per 35 square miles in the arid interior. When Capt. James Cook claimed Australia for Great Britain in 1770, the native population may have numbered 300,000 in as many as 500 tribes speaking many different languages. The aboriginal population currently numbers more than 410,000, representing about 2.2% of the population. Since the end of World War II, the government and the public have made efforts to be more responsive to aboriginal rights and needs. ... [Read More]
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