The Great Barrier Reef, Cairns


Acclaimed as amongst the world's most wonderful assets are the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropical Rainforests in Queensland. The Great Barrier Reef is the longest coral reef in the world and supports an amazing array of colourful tropical fish and coral species within its turquoise seas. Great snorkelling spots can be found as fringing reefs with spectacular corals surround many of the offshore islands. Besides that, the natural barrier created by the Great Barrier Reef provides one of the calmest boating destinations in the world. The coastal region of Eastern Australia is of such pristine beauty and exceptional value that they have been listed by the World Heritage Society.


Snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef


These jellyfishes are real slimy.                       A huge and hideous sea cucumber.


Another sea cucumber                                         Starfish


Sheep Shearing Demonstration

Sheep shearing in Australia, a phenomenal task handled with ease by an experienced farmer, is the most time honoured tradition in the country. Being able to see the shearing this close was fantastic.

Different species of sheep


Sheep shearing process, before and after


The Royal Flying Doctor Service

This is the story of how medicine, aviation and radio were combined to bring health care to the people who live, work and travel in the more remote areas of Australia. Established in 1928 and developed on a national basis in the1930s, the Service provided not only emergency medical aid to the people of the Inland, but also a comprehensive health care and community service.


The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia


The rich heritage of Aborigins, Australia

Among the most spectacular manifestations of Aboriginal culture are the ceremonies and dances that are regularly performed in remote Outback Australia. There are festivals, like the yearly ones in Barunga in the north of the Northern Territory and in Yuendumu in the Centre, where different communities come together for a few days of cultural exchange, among others.

The vibrant traditional aboriginal dance


Picture of cotton-like clouds taken from the plane

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