Offers a basic introduction to Australia, discussing its landscape, climate, population, religion, education, economy, farming, transportation, and more. Features color photographs, accessible text, a glossary, further resources, and an index.

Discovering Australia -- Landscape and climate -- Population and health -- Settlements and living -- Family life -- Religion and beliefs -- Education and learning -- Employment and economy -- Industry and trade -- Farming and food -- Transportation and communications -- Leisure and tourism -- Environment and wildlife.