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Australia Has More Than One Pink Lake (Many More!)
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Australia's western coast boasts such pink wonders. But what gives these lakes their pink hue?
What’s Your Australia IQ?
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If your knowledge of Australia is limited to what you learned from "Crocodile Dundee" and a few hazy images of boxing kangaroos, it's time to take a closer look. Check out this quiz to see what you really know about the land Down Under.
Where in Australia Should You Live?
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Where in Australia should you make your home? Thrilling Sydney or funky Melbourne? Laid-back Adelaide or charming Brisbane? Or do you fancy the Outback, Tasmania or the Never-Never? If you're having trouble deciding which region of Australia is right for you, take this quiz!
Are You More Australia or New Zealand?
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While there are striking differences between Australians and New Zealanders, many people find it difficult to differentiate between these groups of people. Which group are you more like? Take this quiz to find out!
World's Largest Dinosaur Footprints Discovered in Australia
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HowStuffWorks looks at the recent find in Australia of preserved dinosaur footprints that are among the largest ever discovered.
How Much Do You Know About Australia in WWII?
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When Japan slashed and dashed its way across the South Pacific in WWII, the U.S. and its damaged Navy were sorely out of position. Fortunately, the Land Down Under was there to save the day. What do you know about Australia during WWII?
Bandicoots Survived Eons of Changing Climates, But This Time It's Different
New findings about ancient, extinct Australasian bandicoot and bilby species underscore how dire things are today when even survivors like these are struggling.
This Gorgeous New Sea Slug Species Needs a Name
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A new species of nudibranch in Australia will be named by contest. Learn more about this sea slug naming contest in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
4-foot Flying Turkeys Roamed Ancient Australia
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The megapodes were supertall, but that didn't keep them from taking flight. Learn about the extinct brush turkey in this HowStuffWorks article.
How Well Has Strict Gun Control Worked in Australia?
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After a mass shooting in 1996, Australia imposed strict gun laws. HowStuffWorks looks at how successful they've been.