What is the national animal of NSW?

The Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus), is the animal emblem of NSW.

1. Does NSW have a motto?
2. What is Australia's state animal?
3. What does the NSW emblem mean?
4. What is NSW state flower?
5. What is NSW famous for?
6. What is Australia's state bird?
7. Do Australians eat kangaroo?
8. What is Australia's state flower?
9. What does Australia call their states?
10. What's the biggest desert in Australia?
11. Why is NSW Blue?
12. Are there lions on Australia's coat of arms?

Does NSW have a motto?

The Latin motto of NSW 'Orta recens quam pura nites' means 'Newly risen how brightly you shine.

What is Australia's state animal?

The red kangaroo is the unofficial mammal emblem for the entirety of Australia. It's officially the chosen mammal for the Northern Territory as well, so we'll talk about it more in that section. Australia's national bird emblem is the emu. It appears alongside the red kangaroo on the Australian Coat of Arms.

What does the NSW emblem mean?

It represent the origins of the founders of the Colony of New South Wales as well as the independence of their succeeding generations. ... The rising sun in the crest has been used in the heraldry of New South Wales since the 1820s, essentially to symbolise hope in the future.

What is NSW state flower?

The Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) is the floral emblem of NSW, a large (10-12cm across) and spectacular scarlet flower growing in the bush in clumps of tall stems. The Waratah is protected by law.

What is NSW famous for?

New South Wales boasts endless golden beaches, breathtaking natural treasures and one of the world's most famous and vibrant cities. New South Wales is well-known for its sparkling capital of Sydney, its seemingly endless beaches and bushland, and its sophisticated dining scene.

What is Australia's state bird?

It's got fluffy feathers. No, not Big Bird from Sesame Street—we're talking about the emu, the avian emblem of Australia. Here's 11 fun facts you might not know about Australia's national bird.

Do Australians eat kangaroo?

Australians have an ingrained reluctance to eat their national emblem, but a number of chefs are now championing kangaroo meat as a delicious - and environmentally friendly alternative to beef and pork. ... But unlike any other butcher in Australia, or indeed the world, Dean Cooper only sells meat from the kangaroo.

What is Australia's state flower?

Australia's national floral emblem is the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha Benth.). When in flower, the golden wattle displays the national colours, green and gold. As one species of a large genus of flora growing across Australia, the golden wattle is a symbol of unity.

What does Australia call their states?

The Federation of Australia constitutionally consists of six federated states (New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia) and ten federal territories, out of which three are internal territories (the Australian Capital Territory, Jervis Bay Territory, and Northern Territory ...

What's the biggest desert in Australia?

The South Australian section of the Great Victoria Desert (GVD) is one of nine distinct sub-landscapes in the Alinytjara Wilurara region. It is the largest desert in Australia, spanning over 700 kilometres.

Why is NSW Blue?

In 1872 the NSWCA resolved “The uniform of our players is to be white, with a light blue riband [ribbon],” and for the 1858 game the organising committee “decided that the New South Wales Eleven should wear light blue shirts and white caps – thus to present an agreeable contrast to the white shirts and blue caps of the ...

Are there lions on Australia's coat of arms?

Description of the Shield

Symbols of Australia's six states appear on the shield: New South Wales – the Cross of St George with lion and stars. Victoria – the Southern Cross. Queensland – a blue Maltese Cross and Crown.