SS6G12 The student will be able to locate selected features of Australia. SS6G13 The student will explain the impact of location, climate, distribution of natural resources, and population distribution on Australia. location, climate, and natural resources a.Describe how Australia’s location, climate, and natural resources have affected where people live. location, climate, and natural resources b. Describe how Australia’s location, climate, and natural resources impact trade. Today’s Standards

“Australia: Secrets from the land Down Under” edirect=1 edirect=1 (From 1:30-9:00) While viewing the film, write down 10 Facts about Australia that you were not aware of before viewing the film. Film Viewing

R66 More Australian Geography

Location

Where Do People Live?

 Most people live along east coast  Most populated city is Sydney, in New South Wales  Another populated city: Brisbane, Queensland Population

 Nearly 80% of Australians live in urban areas  Australia is one of the world’s most urbanized countries (people live in cities)  70% of all Australians live in cities of more than 100,000 people  Sydney has 3 1/2 million people  Melbourne has about 3 million people Location

Climate Natural Resources Where do People Live? Trade -Southern/Eastern Hemisphere’s -Most people live in the cities in Southeastern & Southwestern coasts b/c of the Mild Climate (Not Too Hot or Cold) -80% of the population lives in urban (city) areas -Around 2,000mi. Southeast of Asia -Between the Indian & Pacific Oceans

Climate

 Northern part of Australia is closest to the equator  Tropical climate and is warm-to-hot all year round  Gets more rain than any other part of the country  Winter: wet and cool  Summer: hot and dry Climate: North Australia

 Desert is the largest part of Australia  Little rain falls here  Most of this area gets less than 10 inches of rain per year! Climate: Central Australia (The Outback)

 Only the southeast and southwest corners have a temperate climate  Summers aren’t too hot & winters aren’t too cold (similar to Georgia)  Climate in these regions is the one that Australians prefer the most  Most Australians live along southeastern coast Climate: Coasts

 Tourists from the Northern Hemisphere often visit Australia’s warm and sunny beaches when it is cold in their homeland.  Summer is the rainy season in the tropical regions of the north.

 Tourists usually wait until spring or fall to visit the rural areas outside the cities (the bush) and the outback (the wilderness areas in the country’s interior).  That is because the weather is milder in spring and fall.

 The winter months of June through September are generally mild, but there are snowfields in the southern mountain regions.  In the non-desert regions, Australians grow grains in central inland Queensland, central New South Wales, inland Victoria, southeast Australia, and southwest Western Australia. Australia Climate

Location Climate Natural Resources Where do People Live? Trade -Southern/Eastern Hemisphere’s -Most people live in the cities in Southeastern & Southwestern coasts b/c of the Mild Climate (Not Too Hot or Cold) -80% of the population lives in urban (city) areas -Around 2,000mi. Southeast of Asia -Between the Indian & Pacific Oceans Summer (Dec-Mar) Winter (June-Sept) North – TropicalCentral- Hot/Dry (Desert Conditions) Southeast & Southwest- Mild (Not Too Hot or Cold)

Natural Resources

 In the outback and across much of Australia, the ground is barren (has nothing growing on it). This is not ideal for farming.  However, many important natural resources lie below the continent’s surface. Natural Resources

 These resources include precious metals (gold and silver), uranium, coal, copper, and iron ore.  Australia exports more coal and iron ore than any other country.  Many industries use coal and iron ore.

 Australia leads in mining bauxite, titanium, and industrial diamonds.  No country has more reserves of lead, cadmium, or nickel.  Uses for bauxite: in cement, chemicals, face makeup, soda cans, dishwashers, siding for houses, and other aluminum products....

 Australia has exported nearly $400 billion worth of metals, minerals, and fuels in the past 20 years.  Natural resources account for 1/3 of the country’s economy.  Natural resources have always been important to Australian trade.

Location Climate Natural Resources Where do People Live? Trade -Southern/Eastern Hemisphere’s -Most people live in the cities in Southeastern & Southwestern coasts b/c of the Mild Climate (Not Too Hot or Cold) -80% of the population lives in urban (city) areas -Around 2,000mi. Southeast of Asia -Between the Indian & Pacific Oceans Summer (Dec-Mar) Winter (June-Sept) North – TropicalCentral- Hot/Dry (Desert Conditions) Southeast & Southwest- Mild (Not Too Hot or Cold) Arable Land for Farming & Grazing Minerals- Many (Iron, Copper, Tin, Gold, Etc.) Energy- Coal, Oil, Natural Gas ***ABUNDANT RESOURCES***

Major Trading Partners

 China is Australia’s large neighbor to the north.  Its economic growth has a direct impact on the Australian economy.  Australia is the major supplier of natural resources to China.  China needs Australian minerals and metals for industries. Location

 Foreign tourists create about ¼ of Australia’s $81 billion tourist industry.  Most international tourists to Australia come from New Zealand.  After that, they mostly come from England, the United States, and China. Tourism

Location Climate Natural Resources Where do People Live? Trade -Southern/Eastern Hemisphere’s -Most people live in the cities in Southeastern & Southwestern coasts b/c of the Mild Climate (Not Too Hot or Cold) -80% of the population lives in urban (city) areas -Around 2,000mi. Southeast of Asia -Between the Indian & Pacific Oceans Summer (Dec-Mar) Winter (June-Sept) North – TropicalCentral- Hot/Dry (Desert Conditions) Southeast & Southwest- Mild (Not Too Hot or Cold) Arable Land for Farming & Grazing Minerals- Many (Iron, Copper, Tin, Gold, Etc.) Energy- Coal, Oil, Natural Gas ***ABUNDANT RESOURCES*** Major Partners- Japan, China, & United States Major Exports- Coal, Iron, Gold, Meat, Wool, Aluminum, Wheat Currency- Australian Dollar *Exchange Rate (3/11/2011) → 1USD = 1.29 AD

How does the factors of location, climate, access to water, and natural resources affect where Australians choose to live and work? How do the factors of location, climate, access to water, and natural resources affect trade? Return to our……. “Essential Question(s)”