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∙ 10y agoThe name "Australia" was first proposed by sea explorer Matthew Flinders in the early 1800s, as part of the full name Terra Australis, meaning Southern Land. The actual name "Australia" was then adopted in 1824.
The name Australia comes from the Latin term 'terra australis incognita', meaning "unknown southern land", because for so long the continent of Australia was theorised, but not realised.
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Where in Australia is the city or town named letter?
There is no city or town in Australia named "Letter".
What named line of longitude crosses Australia?
No "named" line of longitude crosses Australia. The Tropic of Capricorn (latitude) crosses Australia.
When did Australia get named?
1924
How was south Australia named?
Based on its geographical location in relation to Australia.
Is anyone named Australia?
I hope not.
What year did Australia get named Australia?
Australia officially received its name of Australia in 1824.It became the Commonwealth of Australia upon Federation in 1901.
Is Halerys a city in Western Australia?
No. There is no place anywhere in Australia named 'Halerys'.
What was the Australia zoo first named?
It was originally named Beerwah Reptile Park.
What bird is named after a city?
Penguin, Tasmania, Australia Cockatoo, Victoria, Australia
Are there places in the world named Australia?
YES
What part of Australia is Memphis in?
there is no place in Australia named Memphis. there is one in America i think Source: I live in Australia
What state in Australia is named after an English kings wife?
Victoria was named after Queen Victoria
