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Sometimes you just have to admit the Kiwis do it better. Here are 10 areas where New Zealand towers over Australia as a tourist destination. Via Peter Mellow 
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This year’s referendum on the UK’s membership of the European Union and Scotland’s 2014 independence vote were just the latest in a long line of similar events. While Scotland joined Quebec (1995) in voting for the status quo, others such as Norway (1905) and Montenegro (2006) voted in favour of separation. One theme that seems common to all referendums is that ultimately the voters get what they vote for. A majority for separation means separation. Yet there are exceptions to this rule. On April 8th, 1933, Western Australia voted in favour of seceding from the Australian Commonwealth, though it remains together to this day. What allowed the democratically expressed will of the people to be ignored? Via Kent College History
Kent College History's curator insight,
August 15, 2017 4:58 AM
'Western Australia’s desire to secede as ‘Westralia’ in 1933 was undermined by a change in Britain’s attitude towards its Empire.'
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Following the launch GDA2020, Australia’s coordinates have shifted 1.8 metres northeast. Via Neil Bombardier
Neil Bombardier's curator insight,
February 6, 2017 5:33 AM
Did you feel it? Australia moved on average 1.8m to the north east a couple weeks ago
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"Ecotourism strives to protect the native cultures and environments of destinations while entertaining and informing tourists of all ages. For many years people within the tourism industry have debated what destinations and practices truly qualify as ecotourism without reaching a definitive consensus."
Sally Egan's curator insight,
July 18, 2016 9:08 PM
The trend for Ecotourism is presented in this article with questions raised about what practises fulfil the requirements of truly ecotourism. Appropriate to the future directions of Tourism as a global economic activity.
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Brush-tailed bettong, three-toed snake-tooth skink, swift parrot and types of orchid and albatross listed Via mrhill
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These satellite images show how surface mining has changed the Australian landscape. Even the smallest of these images is several kilometres wide. There are many more surface mines than those show here, but recent satellite imagery is not been available for all of them. Some images below are composite images. Via mrhill
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A preserved dance hall in Australia, once buried under 100 tonnes of droppings and a secret canal used by Olympic swimmers were part of what is a decaying power station, set for a billion dollar overhaul.
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The latest Closing the Gap report, tabled in federal parliament on Wednesday, shows poor progress on improving the situation… Via dilaycock
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Melbourne-based photographer spent two months in the Nullabor Plain out in the Western Australian desert in order to find the perfect location for her final photography assignment.
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See how Queensland’s booming coal industry is resulting in port expansions that may exacerbate existing threats to reef health Via mrhill
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Japan’s Southern Ocean “scientific” whaling program is contrary to international law, the International Court of Justice found last night after a four week trial between Australia and Japan in June last… Via dilaycock
dilaycock's curator insight,
April 1, 2014 4:41 PM
A win in the short-term, but unfortunately the ban refers to the current whaling program and does not prevent Japan developing future "scientific" programs.
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Baby boomers are increasingly looking at apartment living, with implications for urban planning. Via dilaycock
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March 5, 2014 8:23 PM
Implications of an ageing Australian population on housing and population density. 
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June 7, 2014 8:25 PM
Australian Curriculum Geography - enhancing liveability for different age groups through appropriate housing mixes |
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If people were asked to typify aspects of Australian culture, barefoot would be in there. Via Peter Mellow
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Senate inquiry starts as report into political, military and humanitarian risks of climate change across Asia Pacific released Via mrhill
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Uluru has 400,000 visitors a year of which 80% respect the request to not climb the rock. Some tour operators see this as a missed opportunity to make more money. Aborigines see Uluru a Via mrhill
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As the mortality rate in Australia continues to decline, here we’ve visualised the leading causes of death, for each gender, by age group Via mrhill
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"Australia urged the UN's World Heritage Committee to keep the Great Barrier Reef off the 'in danger' list to protect their tourism industry. But that doesn't mean the ecological treasure is not in danger." Tags: biogeography, environment, ecology, Australia, Oceania.
Chris Costa's curator insight,
December 1, 2015 4:27 PM
I have enjoyed the emphasis on the human aspect of geography in this course, and how geography impacts us. However, as much as the world influences us, we do have a substantial amount of influence on the composition of the planet, oftentimes for the worse. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the greatest wonders of the world, home to some of the most spectacular sights one can see; as someone who has been scuba diving a handful of times, I can only imagine what it must be like to explore such a world below the surface, seeing all the life that surrounds me. I would love to be able to at some point in my life, but there is a great probability that I might never get the opportunity, as the reef is dying- fast. 50% of the reef has been lost over the past 3 decades, and while Australia has pledged to reserve over a billion dollars to fund conservation efforts, it might be a case of too little, too late. Man-made climate change as a whole is taking a toll on one of nature's greatest treasures, and it might be out of the hands of the Australian damage to reverse the damage that has already been done. I would love to have the opportunity to see this one day, and I hope I get to, but I don't know if I ever will if current rates of reef loss continue. Here's to hoping humanity gets it act together and tries to save the geography we often take for granted; we won't like the ugly landscapes that will follow if we don't. 
Matt Manish's curator insight,
May 3, 2018 1:03 AM
The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is certainly considered to be a natural wonder. But according to this video, 50% of the reef has been lost within the last three decades. This is very discouraging news, not only is the Great Barrier Reef the largest living organism on Earth, but it is also home to many other species as well. So in result to much of the reef dying, it also takes a heavy toll on the ecosystem as a whole, since much of it depends on the reef for survival. Hopefully there will be a positive impact on this Australian treasure with the 1.5 billion dollars the Australian government plans to spend to conserve the reef over the next few years and the consequences of pollution can be reversed.
Kelsey McIntosh's curator insight,
May 3, 2018 10:42 PM
The Great Barrier Reef is in danger. Even though it is not listed this way, nearly half of the reef has died, and the rest is in serious trouble if conservation is not underway. According to the video, Australia has invested over 1 billion dollars to saving its beloved coral reef. What was once filled with beautiful colors has been blanched. The loss of the reef would be devastating and could greatly impact the sea life as well as Australian tourism.
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With a reputation in Australia for public drunkenness and antisocial behaviour, backpackers might not seem likely role models for “greener” ways of living. Most backpackers are from upper- or middle-class… Via dilaycock
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February 13, 2015 4:23 PM
A positive spin on the oft maligned behaviour of backpackers.
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Before online shopping, catalogues kept country people entertained and stocked up.
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The mammoth task of protecting a huge area of land and sea, as well as fighting to keep local languages and traditions alive, is all in a day’s work for Girringun’s extraordinary rangers Via mrhill
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"Only 2% of Australia's population lives in the yellow area. "
Nicole Canova's curator insight,
May 2, 2018 4:13 PM
This distribution of Australia's population should come to no surprise to people who have a vague idea of the continent's geography. The coastal areas are by far preferable to the desert areas of the continent's interior. A good example of how geography impacts population density and where people decide to live.
Stevie-Rae Wood's curator insight,
December 9, 2018 10:20 PM
The population of Australia is highly concentrated at the coast. Only about two percent of the population lives in the yellow shaded area on the image present in the article. The reason for the middle of Australia being so lightly populated is because the harsh climates. Where most people do not live the climate resembles the Sahara desert, which is very dry, and lacks rainfall. While the coastal areas where most of the population is concentrated resembles climates like Brazil, California, and India. These climates that most people live are not as harsh on the human and better for agriculture, cattle and port cities are known to be economically more powerful and populated. Since they access to the sea is so imperative these days.
Matt Danielson's curator insight,
December 12, 2018 4:38 PM
The area often referred to as the "Outback" of Australia is one of the most sparsely populated areas on the planet. Due to the harsh environment and lack of resources not many people live their at all with the exceptions being some scientist, anthropologist, and native aboriginal tribes. This environment to many seems like a horrible, desolate place. Hence why it was a great setting for Mad Max to help Illustrate the gravity and desperateness of the situation. To people that know the land better there is a lot there and a vast array of species only found in the Outback.
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For many Australians, the brumby – or wild horse – symbolises the romance and adventure of the outback. Via Susie Blackmon
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December 30, 2013 6:49 AM
Too many people..... not enough horses. ;-)) |
