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Oceania

The islands of the southern, western, and central Pacific Ocean, including Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. The term is sometimes extended to encompass Australia, New Zealand, and the Malay Archipelago.

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How the physical geography of Oceania has directly affected its culture?

It's on the Tropic of Capricorn, so the weather is hot and tropic which means they need to adjust. It's also pretty well separated from the other continents, so it might rely heavily on their own resources.

Where can one find a cheap Oceania cruise?

'Cheap' is very subjective, but looking around for the most inexpensive deal for cruises has been made a lot simpler via the internet with the introduction of comparison sites. Prices will depend on the specifics of your cruise such as how long it will be and what the proposed route is.

Who is leader of Tuvalu?

The Monarch of Tonga use to have absolute power in the Kingdom but as of 2010 had delegated everyday duties of running the country to the Prime Minister. if you asked a native tongan they would say God :)

Is Oceania in the northern southern hemisphere or both?

Most of Oceania lies in the Eastern hemisphere, but the 180° longitude passes through the easternmost part of Oceania and all of the islands east of that are in the Western hemisphere - including Tonga, Samoa and French Polynesia.

What famous person is from papua new guinea?

  • Oshen- Even though he's American he speaks Pidgin in his songs and uses a Papua New Guinean style of music.
  • Justin Wellington- He's Australian but he lived in Papua New Guinea and speaks pidgin in some of his songs.
  • Stanley Gene and Adrian Lam -both former professional rugby league players in England, and Lam also played in the NRL. Gene is currently the national coach of PNG.

Is Tuvalu the smallest country?

No, Tuvalu (at 10 sq. mi.) is the fourth smallest nation, after Vatican City, Monaco, and Nauru.

What countries are in Australia and Oceania?

The countries are Fiji,Samoa,Hawaii,Kiribati,French Polynesia,Marshall Islands,Palau,Micronesia,Australia,New Zealand,Papua New Guinea,Solomon Islands,Tuvalu,Vanuatu,Coral Sea islands, and Indonesia.

What kind of music do the people from papua new guinea listen to?

This question can really only be answered by generalizing. Recreational music is the normal pop music that is on any other Western country's radio. Though the majority of youth enjoy genres of hip-hop/rap, R&B and pop songs. There is a vast interest in reggae and island reggae (e.g. Oshen, O.N.E.T.O.X.); which is also popular with the older population.

There is also the norm of cultural music such as kundu drumming at cultural celebrations like Independence Day.

What country Oceania or Australia produce the most bauxite?

Oceania is not a country. So that just leaves Australia as the country to produce the most bauxite.

How do you say 'good afternoon' in Kiribati?

Te Mauri , Te Raoi ao Te tabomoa . it means "Greetings , Peace and Prosperity"

Who is the Minister for Justice for Papua New Guinea?

James Marape is the Minister for Finance for Papua New Guinea.

National food for Fiji?

Food, just like in any other country. In Fiji we have the Western foods - KFC, McDonalds, Pizza Hut, Hard Rock..etc. Traditional food is: Dalo (root crop like potato), seafood, chicken, and pooh

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Fiji is a very diversified, rich in culture and wonder. Every types of food around the globe can be found in this small island state. Westernized/American junkies such as McDonalds, KFC, Burger King can be found all over the island. There are also restaurants specializing in Japanese cuisines, Korean dishes, Indian Foods, Mexican Tacos, and whatnot. Indo-fijians and native fijians would rather have fresh local produce goods and vegetables with rootcrops such as cassava, dalo, breadfruit, yams, sweet potatoes and more.

What are the famous landmarks of Oceania?

There is the Sydney Opera House and the Harbor Bridge in Australia.

There is Rangitota Island in Auckland near New Zealand.

That is all I know really. Hope you enjoy!

What is the capital of Tuvalu?

Tokelau is a territory of New Zealand. It does not have an official capital, but the largest town is Atafu. The capital of New Zealand is Wellington.

What does Tuvalu mean?

"Tuvalu" means "group of eight" referring to the country's eight traditionally inhabited islands.

What is the relative location of Guam?

Guam lies between 13.2°N and 13.7°N and between 144.6°E and 145.0°E

What are the impacts of tourism on kiribati language?

There are many impact of tourism on the kiribati Language and the one it can change our own stile talking

What is the symbol for Guam?

The Guam symbol meaning the seal, is crescent shaped, with the ocean, palm tree, and boat inside.

What do you call person who lives in Guam?

If they're native to the island they're called Chamorro, however if they're immigrants they're just Guamanians.

I asked my sister in law, shes a Guam native.

Or you can also call them, Guamibears : )

What is the basic unit of currency for Tuvalu?

The currency used in Tuvalu is the Tuvaluan dollar and the Australian dollar.