Task 1: a)Write one sentence describing the geographical position of Australia in relation to the International Date line b)Write another sentence describing the geographical position of Australia in relation to which hemisphere it is located in

Task 2: Draw 3 maps of Australia Using the first map of Australia a)Locate the 8 states and territories of Australia b)Locate the 8 capital cities of the states and territories of Australia c)Find the 3 letter city codes for the 8 capital cities

Task 3: Using the second map of Australia a)Locate any 6 of these geographical features of Australia Great Barrier Reef Snowy Mountains Murray River Uluru (Ayers Rock) Fraser Island Twelve Apostles Great Australian BightMt Koscuisko Bungle Bungles Lake Eyre Cradle Mountain

Task 3: Using the third map of Australia b)Locate these 8 international airports of Australia Adelaide Brisbane Cairns Darwin Melbourne Perth Sydney (Find the airport codes for these airports as well)

Task 4: Write a sentence or two about the distance and location of the airport and the city for the following places… Adelaide Brisbane Cairns Darwin Melbourne Perth Sydney Example: The Auckland(AKL) international airport is situated 20km South of Auckland City. There is no direct motorway or train from the airport to the city.

Task 5: 4 Posters or 4 Brochure or 1 Tourist Guide Book Attractions: Find (2) constructed attractions for each state and territory (16 in total). Find (1) natural attraction for each state and territory (8 in total). Activities: Find (2) commercial activities for each state and territory (16 in total). Events: Find (4) sporting events. Six (6) other types of events are identified. (NB: WRITE IN FULL SENTENCES and REFERENCE EACH WEBSITE) Features include: What there is to see and do Location Duration Time of year Facilities/services available for tourists Opening hours Price, etc.

Task 6: International Flights Choose 6 of these flight paths to complete the table below: Auckland – Melbourne Wellington – Sydney Auckland – Brisbane Auckland – Sydney Christchurch – Melbourne Wellington – Melbourne Christchurch – Sydney Christchurch – Brisbane FromTo Three letter airport code. From - to Operating carriers Transportation time Source for transportation time

Task 7: Domestic Flights Use the following flight paths to complete the table below: Sydney – Perth Brisbane – Melbourne Adelaide – Perth Darwin – Brisbane FromTo Three letter airport code From – To Operating carriers Transportation time Source for transportation time

Task 8: Airport Transfer Services Find airport transfer services for the following airports: Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Choose a fourth airport (NB: Costs must be in Australian dollars) CityType of transfer CostsSource

Task 9: Land travelling time between cities in Australia Identify a land transport type system between the cities below to complete the table: Adelaide – Alice Springs Cairns – Brisbane Darwin – Kakadu Sydney – Melbourne FromToTransport TypeTravelling TimeSource

Task 10: Long Distance Coach Find (2) long distance coach operators in Australia. Describe the services each operator offers. Interstate Travel Interstate Travel operates long distance routes between and in the states of Queensland, Northern Territories and Western Australia. The company uses 5 star coaches with air conditioning, extra wide reclining seats, a full bathroom with toilet and a fully trained Coach Leader. There are two travel passes that can be used. These are the Flexi pass and the Roaming pass. Source: Website Services may be: Routes On board facilities/services available Travel passes (if available)

Task 11: Long Distance Rail Services Find (2) long distance rail services in Australia. Describe the services each operator offers. The ‘Prospector’ train The Prospector by Rail Australia runs from Perth to Kalgoorlie and return. It takes approximately 6hrs 45min, has 18 services per week and covers a distance of 655 kilometres. Standard features include personal music channels, new release movies, access to power points for laptop computers, phone and facsimile services, buffet and special facilities for people with mobility difficulties. There are no travel passes available to be used on this service. Source: Services may be: Routes On board facilities/services available Travel passes (if available)

Task 12: Rental Vehicle Operators Find (2) rental vehicle operators in Australia. Describe the services each operator offers. Abel Rent a Car Depot locations: Abel Rent a Car has depots throughout Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. They offer a range of vehicles from economy, to large cars, to people movers. Rental inclusions: There is 24 hour roadside assistance on all vehicles. For hires starting and finishing at an airport depot there are free airport transfers. Insurance: All rental vehicles are insured. There is a standard multi vehicle damage liability included with all standard daily rates. However, it doesn’t cover any single vehicle accident/incident damage. Loyalty programmes: Corporate rates are available. Extra hire items: GPS navigation and street directories are available for a fee. Source: Depot locations Rental inclusions Insurance Loyalty programmes Extra hire items

Task 13: Coach Tour Operators Find (2) coach tour operators in Australia. Describe the services each operator offers. Scenic Tours Types of tours available: Variety of tours in Western Australia and Northern Territories. Duration: Range from 7 to 21 days. Tour itineraries: Various itineraries are available. For instance, the 7 day Wildflower Wonders tour itinerary will look like this: Perth (3 days); Geraldton (2 days); Monkey Mia (1 day); Perth. Price range: From AUD$2,995 (twin share) up to AUD$10,565 (twin share). Tour inclusions: All sightseeing, full buffet breakfast each day, most dinners, farewell dinner and airport transfers. On board services/facilities available: Services include Tour Directors and Coach Captains. Source: Types of tours available Duration Price range Tour itineraries Tour inclusions On board services/facilities available

Task 14: Accommodation Find (2) different types of accommodation for the following cities: Sydney Melbourne Choose 2 other cities Describe the services each offers. Crown Plaza Hotel Types of customer: Business and holiday makers. Services/ facilities available: Rental car desk, tour desk, air-conditioned public areas, ATM/cash machine, baby- sitting, concierge services, foreign currency exchange, porter/bellman service, room service, safety deposit box available, secretarial services, copying, courier service, , facsimile, computer, printer, high-speed Internet access, wireless computer data connection, 126 parking spaces and easy access to the National Convention Centre. Price range: From AUD$184 to AUD$766 per room per night. Specific location: 1 Binara St, Canberra. In the city centre. Source: Accommodation type Services/facilities available Price range Specific location

Task 15: Travel Products Identify four (4) different products from two (2) different suppliers. Example: - Product 1 = Supplier A - Product 2 = Supplier A -Product 3 = Supplier B -Product 4 = Supplier B

Task 16: Time Zones and Differences Identify all Australian time zones Complete the table below Time Zone Difference to New Zealand standard time Difference to New Zealand daylight standard time

Task 17: Time Zones and Differences Describe the entry requirements into Australia in for the following: 1.New Zealand passport holders 2.Non-New Zealand passport holders (One paragraph each)

Task 18: Travel Information Give two (2) sentences on each point below. 1.Health and safety precautions 2.Tipping and taxes 3.Currency

Task 19: Climatic Conditions Choose four (4) tourist destinations from the following: Alice Springs Melbourne Perth Gold Coast SydneyDarwin Cairns Describe two (2) different seasons and/or specialist seasons for each destination. Descriptions of seasonal information must include: Minimum temperature Months of the season Maximum temperature Type of weather experienced (i.e. windy, wet, humid, dry, rainy) Average rainfall Kakadu National Park Season 1 – Wet season - Minimum temperature: 24°C to 25°C - Maximum temperature: 34°C to 36°C - Average rainfall: mm for the season - Months of the season: October to April - Type of weather experienced: Violent thunderstorms, heavy rains, flooding, hot and humid Season 2 – Dry season - Minimum temperature: 19°C to 21°C - Maximum temperature: 32°C to 38°C - Average rainfall: 6-15mm for the season - Months of the season: May to September - Type of weather experienced: Dry, low humidity and this is the most comfortable time to visit Source: