Australia is an ancient island continent of contrasts and
extremes, from lush tropical rainforests to the parched deserts
of the inland. The continent's diversity of climates, landforms
and habitats are home to an array of fauna and flora, many unique
to Australia.
At sixteen sites, the natural and cultural heritage values are
so outstanding that they have been inscribed on the World
Heritage List. In these, and in national parks and reserves, the
country's natural treasures are protected and preserved. These
such wonders of Australia are exquisitely captured in Australia
in Focus Australia.