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Underwater World – Australia

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Nudibranchs are marine molluscs renowned for their flamboyant colour patterns. They have evolved to the point where they no longer need the passive defence of a shell, instead opting for special chemical secreting glands or recycled stinging cells to keep their soft bodies intact. Nudibranchs have bright, colourful bodies that not only advertise their toxicity [...]

Rising Sun badge – Australia

Rising Sun Badge

Australia post issued a set of 5 stamps featuring Rising Sun badge worn by Australian Army personnel. The stamp traces the design evolution of the Rising Sun badge, also known as the General Service badge, worn by Australian Army personnel. There is some uncertainty as to the origin of the first design, but the most [...]

Farming Australia

The dairy industry is one of our major rural industries, ranking behind only beef and wheat. While all states and territories have dairy industries, most production occurs in the more temperate south-east areas of the country, and includes milk, yoghurts and a wide variety of cheese types. The most common dairy cow breeds are the [...]

Australian Waterbirds

Australian Waterbirds

Australia post issued a set of stamps featuring four water birds of Australia viz. Radjah Shelduck, Pink-eared Duck, Australian Shelduck and Plumed Whistling-Duck The Radjah Shelduck is a distinctive bird, with its white head, neck, underbelly and eye, and its rich chestnut neck band and back. It is sensitive to human incursions into its habitat, [...]

Phillip Law 1912-2010 – Australia

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Australia post issued a set of stamps to marks the centenary of the birth of Dr Phillip Law AC (1912-2010), one of Australia’s most experienced polar explorers. He was a pivotal fi gure in developing Australia’s Antarctic science program and in securing a commitment to the region. In his 19 years as an Antarctic explorer, [...]

Technology-Then and Now – Australia

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The technological revolution of the 21st century has touched the daily lives of most Australians. Mobile phones have revolutionized our daily communication. Unlike ?xed-line phones, today’s 4G phones can provide a myriad of functions including internet, video and audio, enabling us to be connected globally.


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