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In which year was the name Australia formally adopted?
Flinders first proposed the name "Terra Australis", which became "Australia", the name adopted in 1824.
What did Luis Vaz de Torres discover?
Probably Australia but he was unaware of it. He is mainly remembered today for the Strait that bears his name between Australia and New Guinea.
How many years has Australia been competing in the Olympics?
Australia has been competing in the modern Olympics since its beginning - 1896. However, that first year, there was just one athlete from Australia. His name was Edward Flack, he was born in England was living in England in 1896; however, since he had resided in Australia for most of his life, he was considered suitably qualified as an "Australian" to be Australia's representative.
Who was the first European to land on the west coast of Australia?
It was Dirk Hartog who was the first European to land on the west coast of Australia.
Why did someone suggest the name Wool gold for the new capital?
The name Woolgold was a serious contender for the name of Australias capital because wool and gold are the 2 exports that arguably built Australia.
