What is the Capital of Australia?

The flag of Australia has a dark blue field. It features the flag of the United Kingdom — the Union Jack — in the canton, beneath which is a large white seven-pointed star. A representation of the Southern Cross constellation, made up of one small five-pointed and four larger seven-pointed white stars, is situated on the fly side of the field.
Capital of Australia Canberra

The capital city of Australia is Canberra. Australia is located in Australia and New Zealand, Oceania, with a population of 27,536,874. The official currency is the Australian dollar and the primary language spoken is English.

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Capital of Australia — FAQ

What is the capital of Australia?

The capital of Australia is Canberra.

Is Canberra the largest city in Australia?

No — while Canberra is the capital, the largest city in Australia is Sydney.

What country is Canberra in?

Canberra is the capital city of Australia.

What continent is Canberra in?

Canberra, the capital of Australia, is located in Oceania.

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