Multi Cultural & Multi-ethnic Society

Known for its stunning landscapes, Australia is one of the favorite destinations today

Australia is often referred to as the "lucky country", with temperate climate, impressive landscape, growing economy, political stability and a quality of life envied by many. Australia is known around the world for its stunning landscapes. It is surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

It is the sixth largest country in the world and about the same size as the 48 mainland states of the USA and 50 per cent larger than Europe, but has the lowest population density in the world - just two people per square kilometers.

Australia is a tolerant and inclusive society, a nation built by people from many different backgrounds. Cultural diversity has become a touchstone of its national identity. As Australia entered the 20th century, its population consisted of a relatively small number of Indigenous people and an overwhelming majority of Europeans, most of whose origins lay in the British Isles. In 2000, its population having grown from 3.8 million to more than 19 million, Australia is home to people from more than 140 countries and has an enviable international reputation for its diversity and tolerance.

The term 'Australian multiculturalism' summarizes the way the nation addresses the challenges and opportunities of its diversity. It accepts and respects the right of all Australians to express and share their individual cultural heritage within an overriding commitment to Australia's democratic foundations and to English as the national language.

The term 'Australian multiculturalism' summarizes the way the nation addresses the challenges and opportunities of its diversity. It accepts and respects the right of all Australians to express and share their individual cultural heritage within an overriding commitment to Australia's democratic foundations and to English as the national language.