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Australia is a successful global leader and innovator in sport.

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai

A global platform for achievement, innovation, collaboration, and cooperation

About Australia

Australia is a stable, democratic and culturally diverse nation with a highly skilled workforce and one of the strongest performing economies in the world.

Australia in Brief publication

This is the 52nd edition of Australia in Brief, revised and updated in February 2021

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To help Australians avoid difficulties overseas, we maintain travel advisories for more than 170 destinations.

International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate

Prove your COVID-19 vaccinations when you travel overseas.

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The Australian Passport Office and its agents are committed to providing a secure, efficient and responsive passport service for Australia.

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