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There are many more than two islands close to Australia.
The nearest large island is New Guinea to the north, while to the southeast is the island country of New Zealand, made up of two main island, the North Island and the South Island, as well as numerous other islands. Australia's own island state of Tasmania lies south of the eastern seaboard. Two smaller islands to the east are Lord Howe and Norfolk Island, while Rottnest lies west of Perth. Off the South Australian coast can be found Kangaroo Island.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe closest country to Australia is Papua New Guinea.
Other close countries are East Timor, Indonesia and New Zealand.
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∙ 15y agoAustralia's nearest neighbour is Papua New Guinea, to the north, and Indonesia. To its southeast is New Zealand.
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∙ 9y agoThe closest countries to Australia are Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Indonesia. New Caledonia and New Zealand are also close.
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∙ 10y agoBoth Papua New Guinea and Indonesia are directly north of Australia.
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What country is near Australia and is made up of two islands?
New Zealand.
In ww2the islands near Australia where a main battle was fought were the?
In World War II, the islands near Australia where a main battle was fought were the ________. solomon islands
Is cayman island near to Australia?
No, Australia is very far from the Cayman Islands.
What are three countries that are islands near Asia?
australia
Two islands east of Australia?
Lord Howe Island and Norfolk are 2 islands east of Australia.
Where did the Maori come from?
The Maori are Polynesian indigenous people who originated from eastern Polynesia, likely the Society Islands of French Polynesia. They migrated to New Zealand around the 13th century and are known for their rich culture and traditions.
What is an island starting with the letter k near Australia?
Islands near Australia beginning with the letter "k" include Kangaroo Island and King Island.
What country located Southwest of Australia is made up of two islands?
There is no country southwest of Australia that is made up of two islands.New Zealand is located southeast of Australia, and it is made up of two main islands.
What city southwest of Australia is made up of two islands?
There is no city southwest of Australia that is made up if two islands. The only things southwest of Australia are the Indian Ocean and Southern Ocean.
What two continents are also islands?
Australia & England.
Which two islands are in south Asia?
India and Australia
What country south of Australia is made of two islands?
There is no country located south of Australia that is made up of two islands.New Zealand is a country located 2000 km southeast of Australia, and it is made up of two main islands.
