Canberra, the Capital of Australia
Canberra is the purpose built capital city of Australia, located in the Australian Capital Territory in the south-east of New South Wales. It is a planned city, with national monuments, museums, and galleries all built around large man-made lakes. A bush capital - Canberra is also a great place to enjoy the outdoors, with excellent cycling, gardens, parks, bushwalking and nature reserves.
Canberra was established in 1913 as the capital for the newly federated Australian nation - this brought the rivalry between Sydney and Melbourne for national capital status to an end, after Melbourne had been the capital for the previous 12 years. The Australian Capital Territory was excised from New South Wales, and put under the control of the federal government. The artificial creation of the city was not without critics - cynics have said that it was a waste of a good sheep pasture.
Canberra is a highly planned city, its primary design conceived by the American architect Walter Burley Griffin, built on the shores of an artificial lake (Lake Burley Griffin). Populated at first largely by politicians and public servants, it took time to develop its own identity and culture. Extensive building of national facilities and a concerted effort to develop public institutions in the city have made it an interesting destination.
Lake Burley Griffin divides central Canberra. The central shopping and commercial area, known as Civic, on the north side and the parliamentary triangle and embassy area is on the south side. National institutions are likewise divided, examples being the National Museum of Australia and the Australian War Memorial on the north side and the National Library and National Gallery of Australia on the south side.
There are suburbs surrounding central Canberra, and also suburbs surrounding several outlying town centres. These town centres are, Belconnen and Gungahlin to the north, and Molonglo Valley, Tuggeranong and Woden to the south. The Australian Capital Territory also has surrounding towns, such as Murrumbateman, which boasts a strong cool climate wine selection. The historic villages of Hall and Tharwa are also on the outskirts of Canberra.
Many people who live in Canberra are not originally from Canberra, having usually moved there to study or take up employment with the Australian Government. A common pattern is that people from other parts of Australia move to Canberra, study or work for a few years and then return to their place of origin or move on to elsewhere. As this means a constant influx of new arrivals to Canberra, you should not be reluctant to ask for directions and the like from locals - they are more than used to it and usually only too happy to help.
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Canberra in a Can
If you haven’t visited recently, Canberra is filled to the brim with surprises… preservative free of course. There’s a reason we were named Lonely Planet’s 3rd Best City to Visit in 2018, and you can find out why by downloading a copy of the Canberra chapter here for free.
If that's got you frothing, come down to one of the following locations between 8am - 4pm and find the Canberra in a Can vending machine, pop open a can and you’ll be on your way to spending a refreshing break in the capital.
DATES AND LOCATIONS
Friday 25th May - Wynyard Park, Sydney
Saturday 26th May - Centenary Square, Parramatta
Wednesday 30th May - Federation Square, Melbourne
Thursday 31st May - State Library, Melbourne
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Best Hotels in Canberra CityStyle Executive Apartments BELCONNEN
Boasting a modern outdoor swimming pool and terrace, CityStyle Executive Apartments – BELCONNEN offers stylish, self-contained accommodation. Guests have complimentary access to a fitness centre.
Located in Belconnen, CityStyle Executive Apartments is a short 15-minute walk to Westfield Shopping Centre. The University of Canberra and Canberra International Sports and Aquatic Centre are within a 10-minute walk away. You can visit some of Canberra’s cultural highlights at Parliament House and the National Gallery of Australia, both a 15-minute drive from the property.
Each spacious, air-conditioned apartment will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen, complete with a dishwasher, oven and stovetop. Featuring contemporary fittings, your private bathroom includes a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. After a day of exploring the city, you can kick back and relax in the lounge area, which offers a flat-screen TV and a DVD player.
Some apartments feature a balcony with city views. Additional apartment amenities include laundry facilities, heating and each is accessible via wheelchair.
Visit the Old Bus Depot Markets - Canberra's Sunday Best!
Lovers of fine hand crafted wares, clothing collectors, food fanatics and jewellery junkies are just a few of the people who make their way to Canberra's famous Old Bus Depot Markets in Kingston every Sunday. In a fabulous old industrial building you will experience the endless colour, tastes, sounds and atmosphere that is Canberra's Sunday Best. Find your favourite stallholder and visit the Markets this Sunday from 10am-4pm.
Australia – University of Canberra on Saturday Morning
This is my first video made in video editor, so don't judge me too hard. :)
Это моё первое видео, сделанное в видеоредакторе, поэтому не судите строго. Знаю, что косяки присутствуют буквально во всём, но тем не менее... Начинать же надо с чего-то. :)
Сделал экскурсию по моему университету, чтобы показать, что в субботу в университете в Австралии вы навряд ли кого-то найдёте, в отличие от России и постсоветских стран.
Planes Landing At Melbourne Airport 720p
. Melbourne Airport (IATA: MEL, ICAO: YMML), colloquially known as the Tullamarine airport, is the primary airport serving the city of Melbourne, and the second busiest airport in Australia. It was opened in 1970 to replace the nearby Essendon Airport. Melbourne Airport is the sole international airport of the four airports serving the Melbourne metropolitan area.
The airport is 23 km (14 mi) from the city centre. The airport has its own postcode—Melbourne Airport, Victoria (postcode 3045).[5] This is adjacent to the suburb of Tullamarine.
The Melbourne–Sydney air route is the fourth most-travelled passenger air route in the world.[6] The airport features direct flights to 33 domestic destinations and to destinations in the Pacific, Europe, Asia and North America. Melbourne Airport is the number one arrival/departure point for the airports of four of Australia's seven other capital cities.[a] Melbourne serves as a major hub for Qantas and Virgin Australia, while Jetstar Airways and Tiger Airways Australia utilise the airport as home base. A regular coach service provides public transport to and from the city. Melbourne is the busiest airport for international export freight as of August 2011, while second busiest for import freight.[8] Domestically, Melbourne serves as headquarters for Australian air Express and Toll Priority and handles more domestic freight than any other airport in the nation.[9]
In 2003, Melbourne received the International Air Transport Association Eagle Award for service and two National Tourism Awards for tourism services.[10][11][12] The airport comprises four terminals: one international terminal, two domestic terminals and one budget domestic terminal. Most recently Melbourne Airport was awarded by Skytrax for having the best Airport hotel in the Australia/Pacific in the World Airport Awards. Melbourne Airport was also ranked the 43rd best airport for 2012. Melbourne reached 30 million passengers for the first time in the 12 months ending July 2013.[13] This increased to 33.1 million passengers per annum by July 2015.
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King Tutts Putt Putt
King Tutts Putt Putt is a mini-golf attraction with indoor & outdoor themed courses, plus arcade games & party facilities, located in central Surfers Paradise!
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Duetics in canberra youtube
A clip featuring some of the duetics team in Canberra, filmed and edited about 7 months ago.
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Will Hine
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James kennedy
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music from Astronomy Class
WHAT IS ONA COFFEE? - The Cupping Room - CANBERRA FOOD ADVENTURE
Looking for a great cafe in Canberra?
The Cupping Room is one of Canberra's most popular, and it's not hard to see why! Offering 3-4 specialist coffee blends with a focus on flavour, the Cupping Room is sure to satisfy your caffeine cravings.
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Instagram: @thecuppingroom
Address: 1/1-13 University Ave, Canberra ACT 2601
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Telstra tower - Canberra view from the top
Telstra tower - Canberra view from the top. Australia