Australia

Australia - a sovereign nation covering the Australian continent, the world’s sixth‑largest country by land area. It federated on 1 January 1901, forming a constitutional monarchy with Canberra as the capital and Sydney and Melbourne as its biggest cities. Australia’s mixed‑market economy relies on mineral exports, agriculture and services, and it is a member of the Commonwealth and the United Nations. The country is renowned for its Indigenous heritage, varied ecosystems and strong sporting culture, especially cricket, rugby and Australian rules football. Readers find the latest news and reports about it here.