67'ers on Wheels - Australia Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. The world's largest coral reef system, and filled with variety of aquatic wildlife, it's located in the Pacific Ocean to the east of Australia.
  2. 6. A popular tourist site in Australia, it's known for the biodiverse and green environment, and is also the capital of Queensland.
  3. 7. A swath of hot, arid desert, and stretches into four states of Australia.
  4. 8. The national animal of Australia, and are also known for their lethal kicks and boxing-like movements.
  5. 9. A semiaquatic egg-laying mammal with a duck bill? Quite unheard of, unless you're in eastern Australia.
  6. 10. The wild dog known for its agility and speed, they are know vulnerable due to excess trapping and hunting of these dogs.
  7. 11. The flightless bird native to Australia, can only be found in Australia, and is the tallest native bird in Australia.
  8. 13. A multipurpose tool created by the Aboriginal people, was used for hunting, ceremonies, and digging. This throwing tool is well-known for returning to the owner, although a many made today do not.
  9. 15. One of Australia's largest cities, the most populated city in Australia
  10. 17. An adorable furry creature that Australia is well-known for being a dedicated napper, eucalyptus leaf eater, and its gentle cuteness.
  11. 18. The old tribe that has created the framework for Australian culture, with its unique mythology, language, and beliefs.
  12. 19. The capital city of Australia. It's also surrounded by forests and farmland, giving it the nickname "Bush Capital"
Down
  1. 1. A wind instrument created by the Aboriginal tribe using eucalyptus wood, and is played using a technique called circular breathing.
  2. 3. A popular beach and tourist destination in Australia, and is also located in Sydney.
  3. 4. The second most populated city in Australia, well known for it's old-timey architecture, and hosts the Queen Victoria Market.
  4. 5. A center of performing arts in Australia, and located on the Sydney harbor, and they put on over 40 shows a week.
  5. 7. The scary hairy spiders that are crawling all over Australia.
  6. 12. A culturally and naturally preserved site, it holds great historical importance to the Aboriginal people of Australia.
  7. 14. The region Australia is located in, including New Guinea and many other islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
  8. 16. The southern island off the tip of Australia, the 26th biggest island in the world, and home to a variety of unique creatures.