GeoByte1:The Southern Cross is a constellation used by sailors for navigation. The five stars at the right of Australia's flag represent the Southern Cross.
GeoByte2:Australia is the only nation that is also a continent.
GeoByte3:Australia is the island continent southeast of Asia. Its capital is Canberra.
GeoByte4:The large seven-sided star on Australia's flag symbolizes the six Australian states and the Northern Territory.
GeoByte5:All six of Australia's state flags feature the Union Jack, the flag of the United Kingdom.