It ended the 1840s depression.
It ended the 1840s economic depression.
Edward found gold
changed the convict colonies into more progressive cities
Western Australia is the state where most of Australia's gold is currently found. It has about half of Australia's working gold mines.
Western Australia has about half of Australia's working gold mines.
Australia is home to approximately 50 operating gold mines, with several more in development or exploration stages. The country is one of the largest producers of gold globally, contributing significantly to the mining industry. Major gold mining regions include Western Australia, New South Wales, and Queensland. This diverse geographic distribution supports a vibrant mining sector.
In 1892, gold was found at Coolgardie, Western Australia, sparking off the gold rush in Western Australia.
Australia is one of the world's major gold producers. For information on working gold mines in Australia, see the related questions.
At the time gold was found in Australia, there was a major gold rush going on in California.
Gold fever in Australia began with the first official discovery of gold in 1851.
Australia does have gold deposits, but many other places in the world do as well.
The state which produces the most gold in Australia today is Western Australia.