December 22, 2014

December in Australia

Author: Stockpile Reports

Stockpile Reports has been in Australia the month of December, visiting clients and enjoying the country’s culture and hospitality.

Covering a total area of 7.69 million square kilometres, mainland Australia is the world’s largest island – but the smallest continent.

Australia is divided into six states and two territories. The states are New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and the largest by area is Western Australia.  Tasmania is separated from mainland Australia by Bass Strait and is the smallest state in Australia.

More than 80 per cent of Australian plants, mammals, reptiles and frogs are unique to it and are found no-where else. Some of the best-known animals are the kangaroo, koala, echidna, dingo, platypus, wallaby and wombat.

If you are planning a trip to Australia, the country’s website is a great place to begin your exploration. We will be returning to America in 2015. Here are a few photos we’re pleased to share with you.

Two ‘birds’ commonly seen in Australia– the Kookaburra and the airplane.

Australia’s unique animals are a major drawcard for international visitors; and many zoos in Australia are among the world’s best.

A walk in Brisbane. The capital and largest city in the state is Brisbane, Australia’s third largest city.

Townsville is a city on the north-eastern coast of Queensland, Australia. Adjacent to the central section of the Great Barrier Reef, it is in the dry tropics region of Queensland.

A view from the plane, taking off from Townsville.

On December 17, 19, 20 and 21, fireworks ignited the night sky over Brisbane– a special Christmas treat.