What is the Capital of Australia?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
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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