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Australia became part of the British Empire in 1770 when James Cook charted the eastern coast, claimed it for Britain and named it "New South Wales". However, it did not fully become part of the British Empire until the British returned and made a more positive claim by landing the First Fleet in 1788. However the western half of the continent named "New Holland" by William Dampier, was unclaimed by Britain until 1828 when it was annexed to New South Wales.
Australia was used by Britain as an outdoor prison as its own were full and overcrowded.
Britain took gold, wool and other materials and resources from Australia.
Britain brought rabbits and the English language to Australia.
Australia was never really separated from Britain until the 1960s.
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What continet is the country Australia located on?
The word Australia refers to both the nation and the continent. Strictly speaking, the nation of Australia is on the continent of Australia.
What countries are included in the Australian continent?
Australia is the only country in the world that is also its own continent. In effect, Australia is both a country and the smallest continent.
Name the continent that is smaller than Europe?
Australia
What country covers an entire continent?
Australia.
Is Australia a country of diverse population?
Yes. Australia is a country and a continent with a diverse population.
In Which continent is Australia found?
Australia is found on the continent of Australia. Australia is both a country and a continent.
WHAT CONtinent is aaustralia in?
Australia is located in the continent of Australia/Oceania.
What continent is Austarlia in?
Australia is located in the continent of Australia.
Which continent does Australia belong to?
Australia is both a country and a continent. The country of Australia belongs to the continent of Australia.
What is the continent of Healesville Australia?
Australia is a continent as well as a country. Therefore the continent of Healesville, Australia is Australia.
What contenent is Australia on?
Australia is located on the continent of Australia.
What are the countries that make up the continent Australia?
Australia is the only country on the continent of Australia.
On which continent is Australia located?
Australia is located on the continent of Australia.
What continent is the Northern Territory Australia in?
The Northern Territory of Australia is situated on the continent of Australia. Australia is an island continent.
What is the continent of sydney?
Australia. continent: Austria
Is Australia part of the continent of Asia?
Australia is an island continent. The country of Australia fits exactly onto the continent of Australia.
Is Oceania or Australia considered a continent?
Australia is considered a continent. Oceania is a region that includes Australia, but Australia itself is the continent.
