67'ers on Wheels - Australia Crossword
Across
- 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.
- 6. A popular tourist site in Australia, it's known for the biodiverse and green environment, and is also the capital of Queensland.
- 7. A swath of hot, arid desert, and stretches into four states of Australia.
- 8. The national animal of Australia, and are also known for their lethal kicks and boxing-like movements.
- 9. A semiaquatic egg-laying mammal with a duck bill? Quite unheard of, unless you're in eastern Australia.
- 10. The wild dog known for its agility and speed, they are know vulnerable due to excess trapping and hunting of these dogs.
- 11. The flightless bird native to Australia, can only be found in Australia, and is the tallest native bird in Australia.
- 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.
- 15. One of Australia's largest cities, the most populated city in Australia
- 17. An adorable furry creature that Australia is well-known for being a dedicated napper, eucalyptus leaf eater, and its gentle cuteness.
- 18. The old tribe that has created the framework for Australian culture, with its unique mythology, language, and beliefs.
- 19. The capital city of Australia. It's also surrounded by forests and farmland, giving it the nickname "Bush Capital"
Down
- 1. A wind instrument created by the Aboriginal tribe using eucalyptus wood, and is played using a technique called circular breathing.
- 3. A popular beach and tourist destination in Australia, and is also located in Sydney.
- 4. The second most populated city in Australia, well known for it's old-timey architecture, and hosts the Queen Victoria Market.
- 5. A center of performing arts in Australia, and located on the Sydney harbor, and they put on over 40 shows a week.
- 7. The scary hairy spiders that are crawling all over Australia.
- 12. A culturally and naturally preserved site, it holds great historical importance to the Aboriginal people of Australia.
- 14. The region Australia is located in, including New Guinea and many other islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
- 16. The southern island off the tip of Australia, the 26th biggest island in the world, and home to a variety of unique creatures.