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∙ 11y agoI suspect it was just an easy name based on its geographic location...
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What is the original name of south Australia?
The name "South Australia" originates purely from the fact that the state is in the south of Australia.
What is the name of water just south of western Australia and south Australia?
The Great Australian Bight
What is the nicknane for south Australia?
the nick name or initials for south Australia would obviously be SA
What is the name of the ocean to the south Australia and nezland?
The Indian Ocean is to the south, west, and north or Australia.
Name 3 states of Australia?
queens land south Australia Victoria
What is the name of one of the south pacific islands in Australia?
There are no South Pacific islands in Australia. Australia is a single country and continent in the South Pacific, but the South Pacific Islands are not within Australia. Australia should not be confused with the general geographical region known as Oceania.
What was Australia's new name after federation?
The Commonwealth of Australia is the official name. Commonly simply called Australia. Before federation there were six separate colonies with their own names (New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania.) Australia was a common, but unofficial name for the colonies together.
Name the continent south of europe?
Africa, or Australia
What is the name of the island located south of Australia?
Tasmania.
Is Australia a greek word?
No. The name Australia is derived from the Latin "Australis", meaning 'south'.
What is the name of the body of water below Australia?
The Southern Ocean lies South of Australia.
Name an island country in the south Pacific in Australia?
Australia is the only country in Australia. There are no other countries on the continent of Australia.
