Where to go in Queensland
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- Time zone: +8 GMT
- Flight time: 17 hours - 23 hours
- Recommended airlines: British Airways, Emirates, Qantas, Singapore Airlines
- Currency: Australian Dollar
- Tipping guideline: Optional, but not expected
- Health considerations: No major health risks. There is no risk of yellow fever in Australia, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Canberra
- Population: 2.66995e+007
- National languages: English
- Electricity and plugs: Type I (V), 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You need a visa for Australia if you have a British passport - apply online
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