1、1National Symbols & HistoryGovernment and PoliticsSocial and Cultural LifeEconomy(farm)2National SymbolsNationalFlag:Capital:CanberraCountry Name： The Commonwealth of Australia3National SymbolsNationalEmblem:4National SymbolsNationalAnthem:Advance Australia FairNationalFlower:NationalBird: emu5Histo

2、ryFocus in: Convictism Federation The Great Depression The 1999 referendum The Gold Rush The 1980s depression The New Right6Australias Economy 7farm8Australias farms mostly locate on the middle and western area, where feeds swarms of cattle and sheep. The climate is very suitable.9As for the economy

3、 in Australia: The Australian economy has been performing nominally better than other economies of the OECD and has supported economic growth for 16 consecutive years. 10Australias system of governmentAustralias system of government is founded in the liberal democratic tradition. Based on the values

4、 of religious tolerance, freedom of speech and association, and the rule of law, Australias institutions and practices of government reflect British and North American models. At the same time, they are uniquely Australian.1112Australia DayOn 26 January each year, Australians celebrate Australia Day. Australia Day is a public holiday in every state and territory in Australia.On Australia Day, large and small communities across Australia celebrate all that is great about Australia and being Australian. It is the biggest annual public event in Australia.13TravelGreat Barrier Reef14Tra