Australia

Australia

Do you know a country that is to the North West of New Zealand? Do you know the place that has koalas. It is Australia.

Australia has an estimated population of over 22 million people. It is the 6th biggest country by area. We think of Australia as the island continent. The largest cities in Australia are Melbourne,Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth.

In Australia there is one place that covers up most of the land, the desert called “outback”. And as I was saying it covers up most of the land. The name Australia comes from the latin word “Australis,” meaning Southern. The people have lived In Australia for about 45,000 years.

The highest mountain in Australia is Mt Kosciuszko. Australia has range of different landscapes, including urban areas, mountain ranges, deserts and rainforests. Australia has over 750 different reptile species which are more than any other country in the world!

Australia is known for the variety of unique animals such as the Koala, Kangaroo,Emu,Kookaburra, Platypus and many more. Australia has hosted the summer olympics in 1956 in Melbourne and again has hosted it in Sydney in 2000.

Australia is a wonderful place to be in and you should go there too. Australia has so many fascinating animals that you can learn about. I hope that you have learned some facts about Australia.

By: AJ

How do I use the toilet

  How do I use the toilet

Do you know how to use the toilet? Do you know what a toilet is? Do you know why you use the toilet?

When you go to the toilet the first thing you have to do is pull your pants down. The next thing to do is to sit on it. Place yourself in position and start doing your business.  Then you have to wipe yourself with the toilet paper. You have to make sure that you are all clean and also the floor. Then you have to pull your pants up.

After you clean yourself you have to flush the toilet. You have to flush the toilet so that no one can see your business. You also have to flush the toilet for hygiene. Then you have to go and wash your hands with soap. You have to wash your hands because there are lots of germs and also for hygiene.

After washing your hands you have to make sure that you dry them properly because if you don’t there are still germs in you which is not good for you and your health.

Going to the toilet is an important part of life because you have to make sure that you are clean and it is for your safety.  

By: AJ

            

 

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New Zealand's native Kiwi

New Zealand’s native Kiwi.

What is the population of a brown Kiwi?

The population of the North island brown Kiwi is 25,000. The population is declining by about 2-3% a year. The Kiwi is found in Lowland, Coastal native forests and areas in the North island. brown Kiwi’s are also very furry and soft. They also have pointy beaks.

What are some facts about their breeding?

The male Kiwi does most of the egg incubation (process), which is usually one clutch of one egg per year from June to December.

What is the brown Kiwi’s status?

All kiwi species are threatened with extinction. The most threatened Kiwi is the Rowi and Haast tokoeka. The Rowi and Haast tokoeka are related to the Kiwi. The brown Kiwi,spotted Kiwi,fiordland and Rakiura are nationally vulnerable.

What is the kiwi’s cultural importance?

The kiwi is a symbol of uniqueness of New Zealand's wildlife and the value of our natural heritage (Property). The bird itself is a taonga (treasure) to the Maori’s. It’s feathers are valued in weaving Kahukiwi (Kiwi feather cloak) for people of high rank.

What is the community involvement doing?

Today, more than 80 community groups actively protect our kiwi’s over a combined area estimated to be similar or potentially greater than 70,000 ha protected by DOC on public conservation land.

By: AJ