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World Heritage sites of Australia

In 1981 Australia had three World Heritage sites. From Uluru to Shark Bay, we now have 18 stunning protected sites.

Images of Australia: Royal Exhibition building, Victoria

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World Heritage site: Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, Victoria.

The building and the gardens surrounding it reflect the global influence of the international exhibition movement of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Photo Credit: Museum Victoria

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ALAN

31 Aug 2011

we are so lucky to live here / please all look after it for our children/ and theirs for ever Report
phillip

12 Nov 2011

HOW IS IT THAT SEA TURTLES ARE STILL BEING SLAUGHTED IN PROTECTED AREAS OF CAIRNS Report