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The Australian Outback And Its People (Kate Darian-Smith) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) An exploration of the harsh outback landscapes of Australia from the traditional lifestyles of the Aborigines to the current dwellers in the area, looking at changes, and the steps being taken to conserve the environment. Illustrated with colour photographs and artwork. 9+ http://www.alibris.co.uk/booksearch?qwork=508325&matches=8&author=Darian-Smith%2C+Kate&browse=1&cm_sp=works*listing*title
Australia’s Outback (Jane Burton Taylor) $3 PB GC (Ex lib) A colourful guide to the landscapes, plants and animals, pioneers, people and the bush telegraph of the Outback. Includes maps, many photos and interesting text. 8+
Great People In Australian History “John Flynn And The Flying Doctor Service” (Kenneth Moon) $2 PB GC A great, older early reader telling the story of the development of the RFDS, John Flynn’s passion. Story-like text with interesting pictures and photos. 9+
Special Australian Services “The Royal Flying Doctor Service” (Nan McNab) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) This informative book is colourfully illustrated with photographs and drawings to highlight the various themes outlined on the double page spreads. Topics include 'Training and skills', 'Risks and dangers', 'Aircraft' and many others. 9+
Communities In Australia “Life In The Outback” (John & Jennifer Barwick) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) The Outback is defined and the unique living conditions of its people are described here. This includes government organization, housing, work, health, education, recreation and communication. This colourful series with its striking free form layouts is packed with information relating to all aspects of each type of community. The topics in the text are clearly divided under sub-topic headings. The coloured photographic illustrations are captioned in a finer typeface. Tables of population and other statistics, hand-drawn plans, maps, lists of books and websites are included as well as a table of contents and index. Great book! 8-12 YO
Communities In Australia “Life In A Country Town” (John & Jennifer Barwick) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) What is a typical country town in Australia like? What are the houses, schools, shops and facilities like? What do people do in a small town for recreation? Great book to introduce city children to the life of the typical country kid. Great format, illustrations and pictures. Includes a country town facts and figures table, a glossary and an index. 8-12 YO
Discover Wild Australia With The Bush Tucker Man “The Tropical Rainforest” (Les Hiddens) $4 PB VGC (Ex lib) In his direct style Hiddens examines all aspects of the rainforest and its native denizens, from the canopy to the forest floor. The many ways that Aboriginal people use rainforest resources are integrated into the text and illustrated with photographs of Aboriginal artefacts made from rainforest materials. http://www.amazon.com/Tropical-Rainforest-Discover-Australia-Tucker/dp/0141309962
The Tropical North (David Morrissey) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Looks at the climate and geography of the tropical regions of Australia. Examines all aspects of the tropics such as tropical fruit, farming in SE Queensland, beef cattle, sheep, rainforests, pearl, barra and prawn farming, and minerals such as bauxite and coal. Lots of colour piccies and nice format of info broken up with illustrations. 9+
Steve Parish Discover And Learn About Australia Series “Amazing Facts About Australian Landforms” (Allan Fox) $2 PB EC (Ex lib with scribble on two pages) Full of wonderful maps, photographs and diagrams. 8+ http://www.deastore.com/product.asp?isbn=1875932380
Australia’s States & Territories Series “South Australia” (Bev Harvey) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Gives a detailed account of SA’s history and the differences in the way it was settled from other states. It gives an overview of topics such as government, industry, geography, education, and culture today. Lots of colour piccies and nice format of info broken up with illustrations. 8+
Australia’s States & Territories Series “Australian Capital Territory” (Bev Harvey) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Gives a detailed account of the ACT’s history and the differences in the way it was settled from other states. It gives an overview of topics such as government, industry, geography, education, and culture today. Lots of colour piccies and nice format of info broken up with illustrations. 8+
All About The Territories (Judith Womersley) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) The perfect introduction to the history and character of the ACT, NT and the Australian Antarctic Territory. Simple terms are used to describe the peoples, festivals, architecture, landscapes, recreation, government and land use and industries, allowing students to gain an overall impression of these. Lots of colour piccies and nice format including fact files. 9+
Focus On Australia “Victoria” (Ann Kelly) $3 PB EC (Ex lib) A lively text covering the geography and environment, climate, peoples and daily life, history, industry and government of this state. Interspersed with many pictures. 10+
Capital Cities Of Australia “Darwin” (Ron Thomas) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Darwin is brought to life including info on the climate, population, housing, transport, recreation and festivals. Illustrated timeline shows how Darwin has developed and colour photos show how it looks today. Details, facts and figures are clearly set out and an index is present. 8+
Australian Cities & Towns (Brian Elliott) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Introduces the capital cities and some regional cities and towns in every state and territory of Australia. Along with information on the history and development of each city and town, the book describes the places of interest, myths and highlights that make each city and town unique or special. Lots of colour piccies and nice format of info broken up with illustrations. Glossary and index. 9+
Australia’s Industries “Dairy” (John & Jennifer Barwick) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Looks at the dairy industry in detail from how milk is produced and processed, jobs in the industry, as well as the history of this important primary producer and where it may be headed in the future. Lots of great pictures, graphs and tables, websites and a glossary and index. 9+
Australia’s Industries “Wheat” (John & Jennifer Barwick) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Looks at the wheat industry in detail from how this grain is produced and processed, jobs in the industry, as well as the history of this important primary producer and where it may be headed in the future. Lots of great pictures, graphs and tables, websites and a glossary and index. 9+
Australia’s Industries “Tourism” (John & Jennifer Barwick) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Looks at the tourism industry in detail from tourism in the past to its recent huge growth as a major income producer for Australia. Adventure, eco, indigenous tourism is looked at, the effect on our environment is discussed and where this important money spinner may be headed in the future is covered. Lots of great pictures, graphs and tables, websites and a glossary and index. 9+
Celebrating 100 Years Of The Federation Of Australia 1901-2001 (Kay Murray) $3 PB EC (Ex lib) Gives a brief history of Federation, but mainly concerns the unique birds, animals and plants used as the emblems of the States and Territories of Australia. Beautiful illustrations of the flora and fauna of each state. 9+
Wild Australians (Wendy L. Jennings) $4 PB VGC Shows and describes Australian wildlife, including the dingo, koala, kangaroo, echidna, parrot, platypus, and kookaburra. http://img.textbookx.com/images/large/44/0864177844.jpg
